Senior Foreclosure Litigation Counsel - Hybrid/Remote NYC

Prevail Recruiting; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 215,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Prevail Recruiting is seeking an experienced Foreclosure Litigation Counsel to manage a high-volume residential foreclosure docket in the New York City area. This hands-on role requires courtroom comfort, strong motion practice, and the ability to take files from filing through judgment with minimal supervision.

The position offers Hybrid/Remote work with required in-office court appearances within the five boroughs.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• 5+ years of New York foreclosure litigation experience.
• Track record with contested foreclosures and motion practice.
• Plaintiff-side experience for lenders, banks, servicers, or other financial institutions.
• Deep knowledge of New York foreclosure law and court procedure.
• Experience carrying a high-volume caseload.
• Strong research, writing, advocacy, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and juggle competing deadlines.
• Ability to commute to courts and the office throughout the five boroughs.

Responsibilities

• Manage contested and uncontested residential foreclosure cases from start to judgment.
• Draft, file, and argue procedural and dispositive motions, including summary judgment.
• Appear at settlement conferences, hearings, and other proceedings.
• Handle discovery, settlement negotiations, and contested matters.
• Run a large caseload independently while keeping deadlines, accuracy, and compliance on track.
• Stay current on New York foreclosure law, court rules, and client-specific requirements.
• Communicate professionally and consistently with institutional clients.
• Use sound judgment to balance efficiency with quality.
• Stay poised and professional in court and under pressure.

Skills

Foreclosure litigation

Motion practice

Courtroom experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Independent work

Deadline management

Client communication

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Prevail Recruiting is seeking an experienced Foreclosure Litigation Counsel to manage a high-volume residential foreclosure docket in the New York City area. This hands-on role requires courtroom comfort, strong motion practice, and the ability to take files from filing through judgment with minimal supervision.

The position offers Hybrid/Remote work with required in-office court appearances within the five boroughs.