Travel nationwide to appear at depositions, hearings, trials or other sworn court proceedings as a representative for the Bank. Attend mediations, settlement conferences, arbitrations, or ADRs as an authorized representative for the Bank or its investors. Manage portfolio of defaulted loans that are litigated and strategize with In-House Legal, Outside Counsel, and Site Managers to resolve litigation. Review in-House Legal or Outside Counsel opinions and prepare summaries to Senior or Executive Management for analysis and decision. Review pleadings and other court documents for accuracy in accordance with case facts and business objectives. Perform the highest level of substantive legal or factual research as needed.

Managed multi-million dollar litigation portfolio of several hundred defaulted loans for all 50 states within the mortgage servicing division of the Bank by assessing and mitigating legal risk to the bank arising from litigation. Ensured compliance with investor guidelines (FNMA, FHLMC, IMPAC). Applied knowledge of state and federal law and financial regulations to assist counsel with development of case strategy. Identified, investigated, and reported fraudulent activity. Interpreted new laws and analyzed their impact on the bank. Reviewed business records and researched allegations of mortgage servicing errors. Liaised with internal lines of business to obtain supporting evidence and preserve and protect bank properties. Reviewed title, survey, and other due diligence documents. Analyzed and approved case budgets from counsel for resolving litigation. Updated litigation database and departmental reports with case information and critical milestones. Drafted and presented in-depth case analyses to senior management. Analyzed terms of settlement agreements and assisted with formulation of discovery responses. Served as an On-the-Job Trainer. Attended trials, mediations, depositions, and settlement conferences.