Hiring: Attorney- Onsite Company: Dovenmuehle Location: Lake Zurich, IL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 11:36:59 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Office, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management About the job Experience: •3 years plus of experience handling contested default servicing litigation. Required Skills: •Provide a wide variety of services to the Default Litigation, Mediation and Attorney Oversight Departments. The position is premised on assisting each department as needs dictate, including the ability to manage strict deadlines, adapt to and learn new processes, work well with other departments within DMI and manage multiple projects. •Provides legal analysis, advice and counsel on litigation files as assigned. •Reviews, evaluates, and handles high risk litigation for DMI and its clients. •Reviews, evaluates, and handles highly escalated loans and issues to prevent future litigation. •Assists with litigation and correspondence/complaints assigned to default litigation specialists to ensure matters are handled in an effective and efficient manner. •Ensures that Company-wide policies and procedures, on matters for which Attorney is responsible, are applied in full recognition of all legal implications and risks. (Can collaborate with the Company Compliance Department). •Remains current and knowledgeable about applicable legislation, case law and administrative rulings, as well as pending legislation and administrative regulations pertinent to the Company; as assigned, provides counsel to Attorney Oversight, Mediation and/or Default Litigation departments in interpretation and training to minimize compliance risks. •Work cooperatively with the other departments to keep up with all law changes applicable to the business and provide guidance and support to department staff based on those changes. Qualifications: •5 - 10 + years in default servicing law firm or mortgage servicing company with focus on Foreclosure, Bankruptcy, regulatory issues, litigation, and/or real estate legal matters. 3 years plus of experience handling contested default servicing litigation. •Extensive knowledge of federal and state laws impacting mortgage servicing such as TILA, ECOA, FCRA, FDCPA, RESPA, the Fair Housing Act, the Homeowners Protection Act, predatory lending laws, state foreclosure laws and the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. •Demonstrated capacity to prioritize work, effectively manage, and interact effectively with senior management. •Extensive Legal writing and analysis and research skills. Working knowledge of Foreclosure, Bankruptcy, Eviction, Mediation, and other related issues, laws, and regulations. •Submission of writing sample required. Compensation: •$100,000 - $109,000 / year •Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness, Flexible Spending Account, and Employee Assistance Program and more Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!