Affirmative Litigation Attorney

W3Global Inc.; Denver (CO); Remote; USD 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Colorado is seeking a Homeowner Affirmative Litigation Attorney to join their growing team. The attorney will focus on litigation related to homeowner rights and support vulnerable communities during foreclosure processes. This remote role requires strong litigation experience, organizational skills, and a dedication to social justice. Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development are provided.

Benefits

Flexible time off

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k

Technology stipend of $720 per year

Salary differential for language skills

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Plaintiff's side civil litigation with a focus on mortgage servicing.
• Demonstrated passion for social and racial justice.
• Strong desire for collaborative work in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Work on affirmative litigation cases to protect homeowners' rights.
• Coordinate case tracking and attend court appearances.
• Prepare and advocate for homeowner rights to diverse audiences.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Client-focused attitude

Research capabilities

Education

Admission to the US District Court for the District of Colorado

Admission to the Colorado State Bar

Tools

MS Office Suite

Google Suite

CLIO

Job description

More about the Homeowner Affirmative Litigation Attorney Role

CED Law, the legal arm of CEDP, currently consists of a tenant legal services team, a homeowner legal services team, and is continuing to expand the services offered to tenants and homeowners in Colorado. We have grown into an important pillar in the housing community by establishing reputation and trust with those we serve. At the same time, foreclosures in Colorado continue to skyrocket across Colorado each month and we see an ever more pressing need to take the offensive on behalf of our clients. To meet this need, we are seeking an experienced litigator to help with the growth and development of our affirmative practice.

In this role you will :

Work on affirmative litigation for homeowners and mobile homeowners to assert property and ownership rights, assert abusive and illegal mortgage servicing errors, bring class action cases on behalf of clients, and other affirmative cases protecting homeownership

In collaboration with the Homeowner Defense and Mobile Home Project teams, work on litigation focused on abusive and illegal mortgage servicing errors, sale of defective mobile homes, and other actions designed to assist in defending homeowners' rights and preventing loss of property in the midst of foreclosures, mobile home lot evictions, and replevin actions

Set and complete case goals identified by supervisors and / or in partnership with supervisors

Meet for weekly check-ins with direct supervisor and for All Firm meetings with the entire law firm staff

Coordinate across CEDP to ensure timely tracking and reporting of case completions

Attend hearings, court appearances, and conferences based on case requirements

Interact with and present to partners across the organization to serve clients efficiently and effectively

Prepare and present on homeowner and mobile homeowners' rights to groups of clients, partners across the organization, and partner organizations across the state

Complete required documentation for both case tracking and also personal management

The successful candidate will have :

Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management

A supportive, client-focused attitude

A creative, self-driven attitude

An ability and desire to give and receive feedback with the goal of continual skills and professional development for self and colleagues

Demonstrated passion for social and racial justice, underpinning a commitment to fighting for the rights of vulnerable communities

A strong desire to work in a collaborative, rapid-change environment centered on social justice and equity

Ability to work collaboratively with other attorneys, supervisors, and team leads

Willingness and ability to travel within the Denver Metro area and surrounding suburbs to serve clients effectively

Strong organizational abilities coupled with excellent interpersonal communication skills

Position Requirements

Admission or eligible for admission to the US District Court for the District of Colorado

Admission to or eligible for admission to the Colorado State Bar, with current admission being preferred

2+ years of experience in Plaintiff's side civil litigation, with strong preference given to candidates who have experience in mortgage servicing and / or predatory lending litigation

2+ years of experience in housing law, real estate, bankruptcy, lending, litigation or related law and litigation experience

Demonstrated passion for social and racial justice

Robust research and drafting capabilities

Strong desire to center client and community needs

Excellent interpersonal communication skills

Strong organizational abilities

Knowledge of MS Office suite, CLIO, Google Suite desired

Other language skills not required, but are a strong plus and eligible for additional stipend

The position includes competitive pay, flexible time off, benefits package (including medical, dental, vision), and 401k

This position is remote, but will require occasional in-person work at meetings and court hearings

A competitive base salary of $90,000 a year, if hybrid or in-person there is a $1,000 per year hybrid employee salary adjustment

Employees who utilize two languages or more at work are eligible for a $2,000 salary differential per year added to the salary grade listed above. Language assessment will be conducted by the organization as a requirement to receive the differential

All employees receive a technology stipend of $720 per year

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, but must be received by May 15, 2025

The estimated time to complete the recruitment process will be by May 28, 2025

CEDP is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status