Litigation attorney (Real Estate)

Real Estate Litigation Attorney This role sits within a highly respected New York litigation boutique known for its deep expertise in real estate disputes, particularly across mortgage enforcement and foreclosure-related matters. You will join a sophisticated, fast-paced practice handling complex, high-stakes litigation for financial institutions, servicers, and real estate stakeholders.About the firmOur client deliver expert legal services that help clients achieve their business goals in a practical and cost-effective manner, while also supporting the local community to sustain its position as a leading place to live and work.What you'll doHandle a broad range of real estate litigation matters, with a focus on mortgage enforcement, foreclosure actions, and property related disputes.Draft and argue motions, pleadings, and appellate briefs in state and federal courts.Advise clients on litigation strategy, risk exposure, and resolution pathways across contested real estate matters.Manage cases from inception through resolution, including discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation.Work closely with colleagues across the firm in a collaborative, team-driven environment.Engage directly with clients, delivering clear, commercially focused advice in time-sensitive situations.What you'll needJD from an accredited U.S. law school and admission to the New York Bar.5+ years of experience in real estate litigation, with exposure to mortgage and/or foreclosure matters.Strong drafting skills, with the ability to produce clear, persuasive written advocacy.Experience handling motions practice and familiarity with New York court procedures.Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment without sacrificing quality.A collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute to a team-oriented practice.PerksCompetitive compensation aligned with experience.Performance-based bonus structure.2-3 days in the office and the rest remote.Comprehensive benefits package.Exposure to complex litigation typically reserved for larger firms, within a more agile environment.Why this role mattersYou will step into a practice where real estate litigation is core not peripheral. The matters are complex, the clients are sophisticated, and your work will directly impact outcomes in high-value disputes.The firm offers a genuinely collaborative culture, where strong writers and strategic thinkers can stand out quickly.This is an opportunity to deepen your expertise in mortgage and foreclosure litigation while gaining broader exposure to complex real estate disputes.Call to actionThis is a confidential, unadvertised opportunity within a leading New York litigation practice. If you are a real estate litigator with mortgage or foreclosure experience seeking more responsibility and higher-quality work, I would welcome a conversation.Lorna HardcastleLorna.hardcastle@simpsonjudge.com331-215-9850