CA Litigation Attorney - Remote Work from Home!

at  Aldridge Pite LLP

Aldridge Pite, LLP is a multi-state law firm that focuses heavily on the utilization of technology to create work flow synergies with its clients and business partners. Aldridge Pite is a full-service provider of legal services to depository and non-depository financial institutions including banks, credit unions, mortgage servicing concerns, institutional investors, private firms, and other commercial clients. Aldridge Pite is dedicated to providing best-in-class representation across all of its Practice Areas through its unwavering subscription to three fundamental tenets: Partnership, Integrity, and Innovation.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Juris Doctor from accredited law school.
• Admission to practice law in the state of California and maintain all necessary licensing and MCLE requirements; (additional license in firm’s other footprint states a plus).
• Five years of litigation experience preferred, but will consider entry-level candidates with strong interest in real estate or mortgage law.
• Knowledge of foreclosure, real estate, secured transactions and creditor’s rights preferred, but not required.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must be proficient in software tools including Word, Excel, Outlook and the Internet.
• Must maintain hourly billing requirement of 1920 hours annually.
• Candidate must live in California or one of the firm’s other footprint states; candidate must be available and willing to attend in person hearings in California, as needed.
• MUST include a cover letter when you apply

PURPOSE:

Aldridge Pite, LLP is looking for a Litigation Attorney to practice in California, with remote work available. We have offices in San Diego and Sacramento, but attorneys have the flexibility to work remotely, if desired. Litigation Associates are responsible for handling pre-litigation and litigation matters involving real estate, title, mortgages, foreclosure, and creditor’s rights. Candidates must be self-motivated and have excellent written and oral advocacy skill and experience with civil litigation. Logical and critical thinking is essential.

• In addition to applying, you can reach out to the hiring manager directly as well. Laurel Handley (LHandley@aldridgepite.com)*

SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage litigation cases from inception to completion.
• Manage pre-litigation cases and clear title to real property.
• Develop and seek approval for budgets and legal strategy.
• Research and prepare legal analysis on risks, exposure and strategies.
• Draft/argue pleadings and motions.
• Conduct all aspects of discovery.
• Develop and implement case strategy with supervising partner and client; communicate directly with clients.
• Attend court hearings, mediation, settlement conferences, etc. both telephonic, via video and in person.
• Assist with bankruptcy motions, hearings and adversary proceedings, as needed.
• Other duties and special projects as needed.
• Manage litigation cases, settlement conferences, etc. both telephonic, via video and in person.
• Assist with bankruptcy motions, hearings and adversary proceedings, as needed.
• Other duties and special projects as needed.