Litigation Manager

Overview

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Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for leadership and legal operations? Do you thrive in high-impact environments where performance, precision, and collaboration drive success?

We're looking for a Litigation Manager to lead the Consumer Litigation team and oversee all stages of litigation related to deficiency balances on charged-off accounts. You will manage internal legal processes and coordinate with external attorney firms to move cases efficiently through the pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the litigation process for charged-off accounts, including civil lawsuits and referrals to outside counsel
• Supervise and support a team of associates, ensuring performance goals are met or exceeded
• Train and mentor both entry-level and senior staff within the department
• Collaborate closely with the Director of Consumer Litigation on day-to-day departmental operations
• Oversee the accurate preparation and filing of legal documents
• Generate and reconcile daily, weekly, and monthly reports to track productivity and financial metrics
• Monitor and manage department call flow and ensure proper call distribution
• Prepare and submit legal placement files to outside attorneys
• Act as a liaison between Westlake and its affiliates, including outside legal vendors
• Develop, implement, and enforce departmental policies, procedures, and productivity standards
• Assist in motivating staff and improving overall department performance
• Influence and negotiate effectively with internal and external stakeholders

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We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not unlawfully discriminate in employment. No question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant from consideration for employment on a basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Equal access to employment, services, and programs is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and / or interview process should notify a representative of the organization.

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