Vice President, Litigation & Claims

About this position About Omninet Capital LLC Omninet Capital is a vertically integrated private real estate investment and property management firm headquartered in Beverly Hills, California. Founded and led by its principals, the firm owns and operates a diversified portfolio of multifamily and commercial assets across the United States, with approximately 300 professionals managing the platform end‑to‑end from acquisitions, capital markets, asset management to property operations, construction, accounting, legal, and technology. We combine institutional rigor with the speed and conviction of a principal investor, leveraging AI and automation to accelerate underwriting, sharpen decision‑making, and uncover opportunities others miss. Position Summary We are seeking a senior litigation attorney to lead our litigation and claims function as Vice President, Litigation & Claims. Reporting directly to the CEO, this person will own the full lifecycle of claims and litigation arising at our properties, partner with insurance carriers on claim resolution, and oversee eviction matters across all nine states in which we operate. This role is hands‑on, individual‑contributor leadership. The function will be built from the ground up and personally managed day‑to‑day. The ideal candidate has firsthand litigation experience, either from the plaintiffs’ side or as a successful defense attorney. Key Responsibilities Litigation & Claims Management Manage all claims and litigation arising at company properties across nine states, including premises liability, personal injury, habitability, fair housing, ADA, landlord‑tenant, commercial disputes, and work‑man’s comp. Conduct early case assessment, set litigation strategy, evaluate exposure, and make settlement and resolution recommendations to leadership. Manage pre‑litigation demands and claims to resolve matters efficiently before escalation. Maintain a centralized view of the active matter portfolio, including status, reserves, key deadlines, and projected outcomes. Outside Counsel Management Select, retain, and direct outside counsel across all operating jurisdictions. Set case strategy and budgets, review and approve invoices, enforce billing guidelines, and hold counsel accountable to outcomes and cost discipline. Build and maintain a bench of qualified, jurisdiction‑specific firms. Insurance & Risk Tender claims to carriers, manage relationships with insurers and third‑party administrators, and coordinate defense efforts. Track reserves, monitor coverage positions, and pursue subrogation and recovery where appropriate. Partner with operations and asset management to identify loss‑prevention opportunities and reduce future claims exposure. Evictions Oversee and manage eviction proceedings across the portfolio, coordinating with property management teams and local counsel to ensure compliance with state‑and jurisdiction‑specific landlord‑tenant law. Standardize and improve eviction processes and documentation across markets. Reporting & Cross‑Functional Partnership Provide regular reporting to the CEO on litigation status, exposure, spend, and trends. Advise operations, property management, and acquisitions teams on legal risk, contractual matters, and best practices. Coordinate with the Head of HR and outside employment counsel on HR‑related claims as needed. Required Qualifications Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school. Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar. Minimum 10 years of litigation experience; 12–15+ years strongly preferred. Demonstrated ability to operate independently as a hands‑on practitioner. Demonstrated ability to select, manage, and control outside counsel and legal spend. Experience handling insurance claims and working directly with carriers and TPAs. Strong judgment, negotiation skills, and the ability to manage a high‑volume, multi‑jurisdiction matter portfolio independently. Preferred Qualifications Prior experience as a plaintiffs’ attorney, or a successful track record defending premises liability, habitability, landlord‑tenant, and related real estate matters. Experience in real estate, multifamily, and/or commercial property litigation. Multi‑state litigation and landlord‑tenant experience. Familiarity with eviction proceedings across multiple jurisdictions. Experience building or improving an in‑house claims/litigation function. Compensation & Benefits Base salary: $150,000 – $225,000, commensurate with experience and location. Target bonus: performance‑based, tied to claims outcomes, legal‑spend management, and resolution performance. Full benefits package. Omninet Capital, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. Location: Dallas, TX or Beverly Hills, CA (onsite) Reports to: Chief Executive Officer Employment Type: Regular, Full‑Time #J-18808-Ljbffr Omninet Capital LLC