Senior Counsel - Litigation
Budget / Salary$103,000–193,100
TypeFull-time job
LocationUnited States
Posted1 hour ago
Overview
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? LoanCare, one of the top providers in the mortgage services industry, seeks an individual with a solid work history in the mortgage or real estate industry, to join our team as a Senior Counsel - Litigation. The ideal candidate will enjoy working with clients, both internal and external, be detail oriented, and is driven to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. If you are ready for a career and not just your next job, now is the time to join our team and become a part of something big
Responsibilities
Responsible for overseeing and managing Litigation related to our GSE loans from defaulted issuers, by supervising, coordinating and strategizing with outside counsel in connection with lawsuits and claims and providing complete transparency to the account owning GSE
Advise senior executives on litigation strategies
Supervise the work of other junior attorneys and paralegals
Lead negotiations and revisions of renewing subservicing agreements with clients
Manage all aspects of consumer finance litigation, including the selection and management of, and communication with outside counsel and administration and processing of outside counsel’s legal billing
Lead presentations regarding periodic updates and risk reports to senior litigation counsel
Provide legal advice to managers and supervisors and perform necessary research for guidance in operational processes and procedures
Manage and oversee the responses to discovery requests, including e-discovery
Review and provide guidance on subpoena duces tecum
Assist internal business units with responses to information requests from external LoanCare clients
Identify trends in litigation matters as well as borrower and/or regulatory complaints; communicating these trends to senior litigation counsel as well as internal business units; coordinating with operations in order to develop policies and procedures to remediate issues
Provide support and assistance to Senior In-house counsel in responding to requests for legal advice and related assistance from internal business unit
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Juris Doctor from an ABA accredited law school and state bar admission required
7+ years of experience in consumer/mortgage loan servicing litigation defense management
Knowledge of mortgage origination, closing and servicing practices
Knowledge of various types of mortgage loan products such as conventional, ARMs, HELOC, etc.
Knowledge of loan documents (note, mortgage/deed of trust, etc.)
Knowledge of Federal and State Consumer Finance Laws as well as Government Sponsored Entity Seller/Servicer Guidelines
Knowledge of federal laws and regulations governing residential mortgages, including ECOA, FCRA, TILA, RESPA, and FDCPA and the ability to apply the requirements to business practices
Experience in representing mortgage servicers against ‘consumer’ litigation claims involving such matters as privacy, contested foreclosures, FDCPA, FCRA, TILA, RESPA and other disputes under state and federal consumer protection laws
Experience overseeing complex litigation
Experience responding to discovery requests, including e-discovery
Experience researching, interpreting, and articulating legal issues
Experience working directly with management on residential mortgage default litigation issues
Substantial experience delivering presentations to clients and executive management
Strong legal research ability and familiarity with legal research tools (Westlaw or Lexis Nexis)
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to maintain confidential and/or privileged information
Ability to work independently, as well as, a team setting
Ability to interpret and apply applicable laws and regulations
Flexibility to simultaneously manage a wide range of projects and matters and meet deadlines in a changing and fast-paced environment
Results driven, has an attention to detail and passion for driving best practices
Total Rewards
LoanCare’s Total Rewards Package offers a comprehensive blend of health and welfare, financial, lifestyle and learning benefits to support employee well-being and engagement. Highlights include:
Health & Welfare Coverage: Optional medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Time Off: Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
Retirement & Investment: Fidelity National Financial matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans
Wellness Programs: Access to mental health resources, including free Calm memberships, and initiatives that promote physical and emotional well-being
Employee Recognition: Programs that celebrate achievements and milestones
Lifestyle & Learning Perks: Enjoy discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and employee purchasing programs, plus access to a tuition reimbursement program that supports your continued education and professional growth.
Compensation Range: $103,000 - $193,100 anually. Actual compensation may vary within the range provided, depending on a number of factors, including qualifications, skills and experience.
Build Your Future with LoanCare®
At LoanCare, we don’t just service mortgage loans—we serve people. As a leading full-service mortgage loan subservicer, we deliver excellence to banks, credit unions, independent mortgage companies, investors, and the homeowners they support. Backed by the strength and stability of Fidelity National Financial (NYSE: FNF), a Fortune 500 company, we offer a career foundation built on integrity, innovation, and collaboration.
Here, you’ll find:
A culture that helps you thrive, with resources and support to fuel your growth
Flexibility to work remotely, while staying connected through virtual engagement
Opportunities to make a real impact in an industry that touches millions of lives
If you're ready to grow your career in a place that values your contributions and empowers your success, we invite you to join our team.
WHO WE AREAbout us …LoanCare is a leading national provider of full service subservicing and interim subservicing to the mortgage industry and has offered its expertise and best practices in providing servicing solutions for others since 1991. At the present time, LoanCare subservices over 1.8 million loans in 50 states. LoanCare has a seasoned loan servicing team with senior managers averaging nearly 30 years of experience in the mortgage and financial services industry.LoanCare, its affiliates and subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
WORK CONDITIONSWorking conditions are normal for an office environment. Ability to attend work and be productive during normal business hours and to work early, late or weekend hours as needed for successful job performance. Over time required as necessary.Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
LoanCare, its affiliates and subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Originally posted on Himalayas
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? LoanCare, one of the top providers in the mortgage services industry, seeks an individual with a solid work history in the mortgage or real estate industry, to join our team as a Senior Counsel - Litigation. The ideal candidate will enjoy working with clients, both internal and external, be detail oriented, and is driven to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. If you are ready for a career and not just your next job, now is the time to join our team and become a part of something big
Responsibilities
Responsible for overseeing and managing Litigation related to our GSE loans from defaulted issuers, by supervising, coordinating and strategizing with outside counsel in connection with lawsuits and claims and providing complete transparency to the account owning GSE
Advise senior executives on litigation strategies
Supervise the work of other junior attorneys and paralegals
Lead negotiations and revisions of renewing subservicing agreements with clients
Manage all aspects of consumer finance litigation, including the selection and management of, and communication with outside counsel and administration and processing of outside counsel’s legal billing
Lead presentations regarding periodic updates and risk reports to senior litigation counsel
Provide legal advice to managers and supervisors and perform necessary research for guidance in operational processes and procedures
Manage and oversee the responses to discovery requests, including e-discovery
Review and provide guidance on subpoena duces tecum
Assist internal business units with responses to information requests from external LoanCare clients
Identify trends in litigation matters as well as borrower and/or regulatory complaints; communicating these trends to senior litigation counsel as well as internal business units; coordinating with operations in order to develop policies and procedures to remediate issues
Provide support and assistance to Senior In-house counsel in responding to requests for legal advice and related assistance from internal business unit
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Juris Doctor from an ABA accredited law school and state bar admission required
7+ years of experience in consumer/mortgage loan servicing litigation defense management
Knowledge of mortgage origination, closing and servicing practices
Knowledge of various types of mortgage loan products such as conventional, ARMs, HELOC, etc.
Knowledge of loan documents (note, mortgage/deed of trust, etc.)
Knowledge of Federal and State Consumer Finance Laws as well as Government Sponsored Entity Seller/Servicer Guidelines
Knowledge of federal laws and regulations governing residential mortgages, including ECOA, FCRA, TILA, RESPA, and FDCPA and the ability to apply the requirements to business practices
Experience in representing mortgage servicers against ‘consumer’ litigation claims involving such matters as privacy, contested foreclosures, FDCPA, FCRA, TILA, RESPA and other disputes under state and federal consumer protection laws
Experience overseeing complex litigation
Experience responding to discovery requests, including e-discovery
Experience researching, interpreting, and articulating legal issues
Experience working directly with management on residential mortgage default litigation issues
Substantial experience delivering presentations to clients and executive management
Strong legal research ability and familiarity with legal research tools (Westlaw or Lexis Nexis)
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to maintain confidential and/or privileged information
Ability to work independently, as well as, a team setting
Ability to interpret and apply applicable laws and regulations
Flexibility to simultaneously manage a wide range of projects and matters and meet deadlines in a changing and fast-paced environment
Results driven, has an attention to detail and passion for driving best practices
Total Rewards
LoanCare’s Total Rewards Package offers a comprehensive blend of health and welfare, financial, lifestyle and learning benefits to support employee well-being and engagement. Highlights include:
Health & Welfare Coverage: Optional medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Time Off: Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
Retirement & Investment: Fidelity National Financial matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans
Wellness Programs: Access to mental health resources, including free Calm memberships, and initiatives that promote physical and emotional well-being
Employee Recognition: Programs that celebrate achievements and milestones
Lifestyle & Learning Perks: Enjoy discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and employee purchasing programs, plus access to a tuition reimbursement program that supports your continued education and professional growth.
Compensation Range: $103,000 - $193,100 anually. Actual compensation may vary within the range provided, depending on a number of factors, including qualifications, skills and experience.
Build Your Future with LoanCare®
At LoanCare, we don’t just service mortgage loans—we serve people. As a leading full-service mortgage loan subservicer, we deliver excellence to banks, credit unions, independent mortgage companies, investors, and the homeowners they support. Backed by the strength and stability of Fidelity National Financial (NYSE: FNF), a Fortune 500 company, we offer a career foundation built on integrity, innovation, and collaboration.
Here, you’ll find:
A culture that helps you thrive, with resources and support to fuel your growth
Flexibility to work remotely, while staying connected through virtual engagement
Opportunities to make a real impact in an industry that touches millions of lives
If you're ready to grow your career in a place that values your contributions and empowers your success, we invite you to join our team.
WHO WE AREAbout us …LoanCare is a leading national provider of full service subservicing and interim subservicing to the mortgage industry and has offered its expertise and best practices in providing servicing solutions for others since 1991. At the present time, LoanCare subservices over 1.8 million loans in 50 states. LoanCare has a seasoned loan servicing team with senior managers averaging nearly 30 years of experience in the mortgage and financial services industry.LoanCare, its affiliates and subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
WORK CONDITIONSWorking conditions are normal for an office environment. Ability to attend work and be productive during normal business hours and to work early, late or weekend hours as needed for successful job performance. Over time required as necessary.Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
LoanCare, its affiliates and subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Originally posted on Himalayas
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