Consumer Financial Services Attorney

Elevate Legal Talent; California; Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

PTO

Holidays

Retirement plan

Student loan repayment

Wellness resources

Parental leave

Professional development

Job summary

Elevate Legal Talent is seeking a California-licensed Consumer Financial Services Attorney – Litigation to join a nationally recognized litigation practice. Ideal candidate has civil litigation experience, particularly in mortgage defense and consumer finance litigation, and can manage complex matters for sophisticated financial services clients from a remote setup.

The role emphasizes practicing in California state and federal courts, strong research and writing skills, and maintaining client

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• Minimum of 4 years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience handling mortgage litigation defense and/or consumer financial services litigation.
• Experience practicing in California state and federal courts.

Responsibilities

• Defend consumer financial services clients in complex litigation matters in state and federal courts.
• Manage a diverse caseload involving mortgage and consumer finance-related disputes.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other litigation-related documents.
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic case analysis.
• Handle all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Develop and implement effective litigation strategies in collaboration with attorneys and clients.

Skills

Civil litigation

Mortgage litigation

Consumer finance litigation

California courts

Legal research

Legal writing

Advocacy

Time management

Client relations

Remote work

Education

California Bar license

Job description

Our customer, a nationally recognized law firm, is seeking an experienced Consumer Financial Services Attorney – Litigation to join its growing litigation practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a California-licensed attorney with civil litigation experience, particularly in mortgage litigation defense and/or consumer financial services litigation, to handle complex matters for sophisticated financial services clients.

Time Zone: PST highly preferred | Mountain Time Zone will be considered if you have a CA license)

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: $140,000–$190,000+ annually, depending on experience and qualifications

Qualifications:

• Active California Bar license and in good standing.
• Minimum of 4 years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience handling mortgage litigation defense and/or consumer financial services litigation.
• Experience practicing in California state and federal courts.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple litigation matters and deadlines.
• Strong communication and client relationship management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fully remote environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience representing banks, lenders, mortgage servicers, or other financial institutions.
• Experience with depositions, motion practice, and hearings.
• Ability to manage litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Strong client-facing and case strategy experience.
• Experience collaborating with distributed legal teams in a remote environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Defend consumer financial services clients in complex litigation matters in state and federal courts.
• Manage a diverse caseload involving mortgage and consumer finance-related disputes.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other litigation-related documents.
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic case analysis.
• Handle all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Develop and implement effective litigation strategies in collaboration with attorneys and clients.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide regular updates regarding case status and strategy.
• Manage multiple matters and competing deadlines effectively.
• Competitive base salary of approximately $140,000–$190,000+, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Performance-based and discretionary bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Retirement savings and financial wellness programs.
• Student loan repayment assistance.
• Wellness and mental health resources.
• Parental leave and family support programs.
• Professional development, mentorship, and continuing legal education opportunities.
• Long-term career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Flexible career growth paths and advancement opportunities.

Equitability and inclusion are critical to Elevate Legal Talent success. As The Law Company, changing the legal business landscape, we know a diverse, inclusive work culture is at the heart of attracting, retaining, and celebrating the industry's most talented people. We empower our employees to bring their whole selves to work because we know that diversity of experience and perspective drive innovation and is simply good business.

As a strong proponent of diversity, equitability, and inclusion, Elevate Legal Talent is committed to hiring diverse candidates from all backgrounds. We invite you to apply to become part of the Elevate Legal Talent Team – help us change the legal business landscape and make a dent in the legal universe.