Litigation Attorney

If you think you are the right match for the following opportunity, apply after reading the complete description.

Are you a litigation rockstar who’s passionate about advocacy, strategy, and getting real results? Do you want to work in a firm where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your colleagues actually enjoy coming to work? Come join the adventure.

• What Makes Our Culture Special :
• People First :
• We genuinely care about each other. We celebrate wins, support one another through challenges, and believe that a strong team starts with mutual respect and kindness.
• What makes Ghidotti Berger a great place to work

At Ghidotti Berger the heart of our success are passionate, driven people who love what they do. We take pride in building a workplace that’s collaborative, supportive, and full of energy. Whether we're tackling complex legal challenges or helping clients, we bring creativity, clarity, and confidence to everything we do.

Being part of our team means always aiming higher—for our clients, our community, and each other. We're constantly evolving, rethinking the way legal work gets done, and raising the bar on what clients can expect from their firm.

As an attorney in our firm, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a team of highly experienced leaders who are deeply committed to your professional development. You'll benefit from a collaborative environment where knowledge sharing, guidance, and ongoing support are part of the culture. Our leadership takes an active role in fostering growth and encouraging excellence, making this an ideal setting for motivated individuals who are eager to learn, contribute, and thrive in a dynamic legal practice.

If you’re looking for a place where you can thrive, learn, and make a real impact, we want to hear from you!

• ABOUT US :

We are a growing nationwide forward-thinking law firm established in 2012 with a vibrant culture. We are looking for a Litigation Attorney who is eager to dive into a variety of cases and make an impact. In this key role, you’ll be providing crucial support and working with a team of talented attorneys while working with top-tier clients, including secured creditors, banks, investors, and foreclosure trustees. You’ll have the chance to work on both transactional and litigation matters, gaining invaluable experience in a fast-paced and exciting legal environment.

• What You’ll Be Doing (AKA Where You’ll Shine) :
• Represent clients with respect to assigned matters including but not limited to referrals relating non-routine litigation, replevins, and title / transactional matters
• Appear in court and argue motion necessary to completion of both routine and contested foreclosure, eviction, title disputes, collection, and replevin matters
• Draft, review and file legal pleadings, motions, discovery, etc. in furtherance of active litigation files
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding case status
• Analyze loan files, title reports and research and analyze case law and provide advice and recommendations to clients
• Manage case load of contested matters on behalf of residential and commercial mortgage lenders and other secured creditors
• Utilize case management system and client sites to properly update and document the status of each account
• Step into a key role where your litigation skills will truly make an impact. You’ll be the go-to advocate for our clients—trusted, respected, and empowered to drive results. Here’s how you’ll bring the heat :
• Take the lead on a variety of complex matters—including non-routine litigation, replevins, title disputes, and transactional cases—representing major lenders, mortgage servicers, investors, and other secured creditors.
• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
• Preferred
• : Creditor's rights law experience
• 5-7 years of legal experience
• Previous experience with mortgage default / collections legal work and foreclosure litigation involving residential and commercial properties is a plus
• Admitted to Practice in California
• Admitted to Practice in other states a plus
• Experience in drafting pleadings, making court appearances, and case law research
• Must be able to proficiently handle appearances, all aspects of creditor representation with minimal or no supervision
• Excellent leadership skills
• Excellent communication and organization abilities
• Ghidotti Berger Benefits :

We offer a competitive salary a supportive environment prioritizing work / life balance. Our benefits package includes :

• 401(k) with 3% competitive match
• Dental insurance
• Significant health insurance contribution
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Sick Time
• Floating Holiday
• Volunteer PTO day
• Long term disability
• Short term disability
• HSA & FSA Account
• Hybrid / remote opportunity
• Bonus potential
• Mentorship opportunities
• Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!

Ghidotti Berger deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $125,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year

Benefits :
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s) :

• Have you passed the California bar?

Experience :

• Legal : 5 years (Required)
• Creditor's rights law : 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute :

• Santa Ana, CA 92705 (Required)

Work Location : Hybrid remote in Santa Ana, CA 92705