Litigation Associate Attorney

Masis Professional Group; California; Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work equipment

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Job summary

Masis Professional Group is recruiting a California-licensed Litigation Associate Attorney for a multistate law firm representing banks, mortgage servicers, and other financial institutions. This position focuses on defensive litigation involving residential real estate, property title, mortgages, and foreclosure.

The attorney will manage matters from pre-litigation through resolution, advise clients on case strategy, and attend court proceedings as needed.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active California Bar admission.
• At least 3 years of experience involving residential real estate, title to real property, mortgages, or foreclosures.
• Ability to meet a 1,920-hour annual billable requirement.
• Availability for in-person court appearances throughout California as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation arising from mortgage-servicing and foreclosure matters.
• Handle pre-litigation cases and assist with clearing title to real property.
• Analyze cases and advise clients on litigation strategy.
• Draft pleadings and motions.
• Conduct discovery, including taking and defending depositions.
• Attend hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and other court proceedings.

Skills

Litigation management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Active California Bar admission

Job description

Remote in California | Full-Time | $120,000–$160,000

Masis Professional Group is recruiting a California-licensed Litigation Associate Attorney for a multistate law firm representing banks, mortgage servicers, and other financial institutions. This position focuses on defensive litigation involving residential real estate, property title, mortgages, and foreclosure.

The attorney will manage matters from pre-litigation through resolution, advise clients on case strategy, and attend court proceedings as needed. The position is remote, with in-person appearances throughout California when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation arising from mortgage-servicing and foreclosure matters.
• Handle pre-litigation cases and assist with clearing title to real property.
• Analyze cases and advise clients on litigation strategy.
• Draft pleadings and motions.
• Conduct discovery, including taking and defending depositions.
• Attend hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and other court proceedings.

Required Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and active California Bar admission.
• At least 3 years of experience involving residential real estate, title to real property, mortgages, or foreclosures.
• Relevant litigation experience and the ability to manage a caseload.
• Ability to consistently meet a 1,920-hour annual billable requirement.
• Availability for in-person court appearances throughout California as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of foreclosure procedures and requirements.
• Familiarity with consumer protection statutes, including the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary range is $120,000–$160,000
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness programs
• Equipment provided for remote work (including dual monitors)