Litigation Attorney

Schneiderman & Sherman, PC; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

PTO and holidays

Medical and dental insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Vision insurance

401(k) and Roth plans

Pension plan and profit-sharing

Long-term disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. is seeking a Litigation Attorney for in-office work in Farmington Hills, MI.

You will represent lenders and financial institutions in foreclosure-related litigation, file court documents, and manage complex cases with a focus on timely, compliant client service. The ideal candidate has a JD, Michigan bar admission, 5+ years of relevant experience, and strong research, writing, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the State Bar of Michigan in good standing.
• 5+ years of relevant foreclosure- or creditors' rights experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Michigan court procedures and filing requirements.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and research skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft and file court documents including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Represent lenders, banks, and financial institutions in foreclosure-related matters.
• Manage contested, litigated, and commercial foreclosure files.
• Handle title issues, multi-party disputes, and guaranty enforcement.
• Develop and execute litigation strategy; draft dispositive motions.
• Attend hearings, oral arguments, settlements, mediations, and trials.
• Collaborate with attorneys, staff, and external vendors.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Organization

Time management

Analytical thinking

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

At Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C., our mission is to provide clients with access to the most creative, cost-effective solutions for their various legal issues. We are always accessible, responsive, and attentive to detail. We will vigorously fight for the interests of our clients by providing the most innovative and effective representation in our field.

The firm prides itself on its exemplary timelines, client communications, and corporate compliance. Our continued commitment to advancing default technology has provided significant value and savings to our clients nationwide.

Our attorneys and staff are proud of our history serving the mortgage industry. We are dedicated to the interests of our clients, our people, and our community. We strive to address their needs and meet their expectations efficiently and effectively – and we do so with integrity, insight, and innovation.

Litigation Attorney Position Summary

Litigation Attorneys are responsible for representing lenders, banks, and financial institutions in recovering assets and managing default-servicing cases through structured litigation. You will make court appearances, prepare legal documents, and achieve ideal case outcomes on behalf of assigned clients. You are responsible for representing the firm professionally through timeliness and compliant processes. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has strong organizational skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional client service.

Litigation Attorney Job Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare legal documents for court filing, including but not limited to pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Represent client interests; provide strategic legal counsel to staff and clients on a variety of issues.
• Manage all contested, litigated, and commercial foreclosure files
• Handle complex title issues, multi-party disputes, guaranty enforcement, and commercial loan structures inherent to commercial matters
• Develop and execute litigation strategy on contested matters; draft and argue dispositive motions
• Attend and manage contested hearings, oral arguments, settlement conferences, mediations, and trials
• Work cross-functionally with other attorneys, legal assistants, support staff, and external vendors.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor(s).

Required Qualifications And Skills

• Juris Doctor (JD) is required from a law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Michigan and being in good standing is required.
• 5+ years of relevant experience required; experience in foreclosure, default servicing, or creditors' rights preferred.
• Knowledge of Michigan court procedures and filing requirements.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and research skills.

What We Offer You

• Competitive pay rates
• Paid time off (PTO) + paid holidays
• Medical + Dental (Blue-Cross Blue-Shield and Blue Care Network) insurance options
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Vision (EyeMed) insurance
• 401(k) Traditional and Roth retirement plans
• Employer-funded pension plan and profit-sharing retirement contributions
• Company-paid long-term disability and basic life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including free mental health and financial counseling services
• Paid Leave Benefits
• Company-organized Volunteer opportunities
• Commitment to providing work-life balance
• Team bonding events, gift raffles, annual holiday party, and more.

This is a full-time, in-office position, Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with an average of 40 hours per week. The position may require extended hours and flexible availability outside of the regular business schedule.
Office Location: Farmington Hills, MI