Litigation Attorney - Philadelphia

Overview
We are a legal recruiting firm partnering with a leading law firm in the financial services litigation space that is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney to join its growing Pennsylvania practice. This is an urgent, growth-driven hire driven by increased client demand and case volume.

The ideal candidate will possess substantive mortgage servicing litigation experience and be capable of independently managing a portfolio of contested matters from inception through resolution. This position offers remote flexibility, with occasional in-person requirements for court appearances, training, client meetings, or team events.
Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of contested mortgage servicing and foreclosure litigation matters throughout Pennsylvania
• Handle all aspects of litigation, including case assessment, strategy development, discovery, motion practice, and resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other litigation-related documents
• Appear independently at hearings, conferences, mediations, and court proceedings
• Advise clients on litigation strategy, risk assessment, and case developments
• Manage related matters involving title disputes, property issues, code violations, bankruptcy-related litigation, and other real estate-related disputes
• Collaborate with firm leadership and support staff to ensure efficient case management and client service
• Maintain compliance with client guidelines, court deadlines, and reporting requirements

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active admission to the Pennsylvania Bar
• 3–8+ years of litigation experience
• Demonstrated experience handling mortgage servicing, mortgage foreclosure, or financial services litigation matters
• Strong litigation skills, including motion practice, court appearances, discovery, and case management
• Ability to independently manage a high-volume caseload with minimal supervision
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Comfortable working in a remote environment while maintaining productivity and responsiveness

Ideal Candidate

• Prior law firm experience representing mortgage servicers, lenders, investors, or financial institutions
• Experience handling contested foreclosure litigation throughout Pennsylvania
• Ability to "hit the ground running" and assume responsibility for an existing portfolio of matters
• Highly organized and capable of managing competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving abilities and sound professional judgment
• Collaborative team player with a client-service mindset