Litigation Attorney

Witt/Kieffer; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Critical illness insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

PTO 18 days

Job summary

Brock & Scott, PLLC is a well-established law firm seeking a driven Litigation Attorney to join our foreclosure litigation team in Tampa. This role requires handling a high-volume caseload with strategic advocacy and strong client service.

Hybrid work from our Tampa, FL office; JD and Florida Bar in good standing are required; prior foreclosure experience preferred and candidates must manage deadlines and collaborate with staff.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with The Florida Bar.
• Prior litigation experience preferred; foreclosure and/or creditors’ rights experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to independently manage and prioritize a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong courtroom presence and confidence handling hearings, mediations, and contested matters.
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with clients, courts, and internal teams.
• Demonstrated ability to assess issues, problem-solve, and make sound legal decisions in a timely manner.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality work product and exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and approve foreclosure-related pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents.
• Manage a high-volume foreclosure litigation caseload from referral through resolution, including contested matters.
• Handle all aspects of contested foreclosure litigation, including strategy development, issue spotting, and case progression.
• Represent clients in mediations, depositions, hearings, and other court appearances, both telephonic and in person.
• Draft and respond to substantive motions, discovery, objections, and other litigation-related filings as needed.
• Review loan documents, title work, and chains of title to ensure accuracy and identify potential legal issues.
• Communicate with clients regarding case status, litigation strategy, risk assessment, and case developments.
• Partner with internal legal staff, support teams, and management to ensure cases are moving timely and in compliance with client and court requirements.
• Maintain compliance with court deadlines, procedural requirements, and client-specific expectations.
• Perform additional duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Skills

Courtroom presence

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Communication

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active Florida Bar

Job description

About the Organization Brock & Scott has been a trusted leader in the financial services and real estate industry for over 25 years with a commitment to helping our clients succeed. Our attorneys and staff drive solutions that create value and results to achieve client goals and help them accomplish more. Through multiple offices across our geographic footprint, we work as one team, at our best each day, putting our clients' interests first.

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion: In principle and in practice, Brock & Scott values and seeks inclusion and diversity within our community. Brock & Scott is committed to providing a welcoming and equitable environment with opportunities for engagement regardless of individual thought, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, culture, ethnicity and experience.

Description

Brock & Scott, PLLC is a well-established, full-service law firm dedicated to providing high-quality legal representation with integrity, efficiency, and professionalism. With a strong presence across multiple states, the firm is known for its commitment to client service, industry expertise, and a collaborative team environment that supports both client success and employee growth.

Brock & Scott, PLLC is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Litigation Attorney to join our growing team. This role is ideal for a legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and brings a strategic approach to foreclosure litigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and approve foreclosure-related pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents.
• Manage a high-volume foreclosure litigation caseload from referral through resolution, including contested matters.
• Handle all aspects of contested foreclosure litigation, including strategy development, issue spotting, and case progression.
• Represent clients in mediations, depositions, hearings, and other court appearances, both telephonic and in person.
• Draft and respond to substantive motions, discovery, objections, and other litigation-related filings as needed.
• Review loan documents, title work, and chains of title to ensure accuracy and identify potential legal issues.
• Communicate with clients regarding case status, litigation strategy, risk assessment, and case developments.
• Partner with internal legal staff, support teams, and management to ensure cases are moving timely and in compliance with client and court requirements.
• Maintain compliance with court deadlines, procedural requirements, and client-specific expectations.
• Perform additional duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with The Florida Bar.
• Prior litigation experience preferred; foreclosure and/or creditors’ rights experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to independently manage and prioritize a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong courtroom presence and confidence handling hearings, mediations, and contested matters.
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with clients, courts, and internal teams.
• Demonstrated ability to assess issues, problem-solve, and make sound legal decisions in a timely manner.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality work product and exceptional client service.

Work environment: This position is hybrid out of our Tampa, FL office.

Benefits Detail

Brock & Scott, PLLC offers an attractive benefit package to full-time employees on the 1st of the following month of hire. The insurance portion includes medical, dental, voluntary life, voluntary vision, and critical illness, all at competitive rates. At the 90-day introductory period, the Firm also provides a basic life insurance policy in the amount of one time your annual salary (with a minimum of $25,000 and a maximum of $200,000.00) at no cost. Full-time attorneys receive paid holidays, including six (6) firm-recognized holidays and one (1) Day of Observance, as well as a premium PTO package of 18 days per year. PTO accrues monthly and is credited on the 15th of each month, in accordance with firm policy. PTO benefits increase after 2 years of employment and again after 5 years of employment. After six months of service, employees over the age of 21 become eligible to participate in the firm's 401(k) plan at the beginning of the next quarter.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Employment with Brock & Scott, PLLC is contingent upon the successful completion of all required pre-employment screenings and verifications, which may include, but are not limited to, a criminal background check, conflict of interest check, employment and education verification (as applicable), and a pre-employment drug screening. Drug testing is conducted only after a conditional offer of employment has been extended and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Location Brock & Scott, PLLC - Tampa

Shift -not applicable-

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