VP, In-House Counsel – Litigation & Foreclosure

Patriot Bank, N.A.

. Manage and oversee the Bank's portfolio of commercial and consumer litigation matters, including foreclosure, bankruptcy, collections, and related proceedings .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing commercial and consumer litigation matters, including foreclosure and bankruptcy, while providing legal guidance and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Strong analytical and negotiation skills are essential for evaluating legal risks and developing effective litigation strategies.

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Juris Doctor (J.D.)Active License to Practice LawForeclosure and Bankruptcy ExperienceStrong Analytical and Negotiation SkillsKnowledge of TILA/Regulation Z and EFTA/Regulation E

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Hard Skills

Litigation ManagementLegal Risk EvaluationPleadings and Motions ReviewSettlement Agreement AnalysisForeclosure ProceduresCreditor RightsCollections ManagementCommercial LitigationProblem Loan ResolutionVendor Agreement Review

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationProblem-Solving SkillsDetail-DrivenCollaborative Team Player

Tools & Technologies

Payment SystemsSaaS AgreementsData-Sharing Agreements

Certifications & Qualifications

Connecticut Bar Admission (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Consumer Financial ServicesFinancial InstitutionsMortgage ServicerCreditors' Rights PracticeBSA/AMLCARD ActCFPB GuidanceState Money Transmission LawsConsumer Protection Laws

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and oversee the Bank's portfolio of commercial and consumer litigation matters, including foreclosure, bankruptcy, collections, and related proceedings
Direct and supervise outside counsel, including budget management, strategy development, and litigation oversight
Evaluate legal risks, recommend litigation strategies, and advise internal stakeholders regarding disputed matters
Partner with lending, credit, special assets, and servicing teams to resolve problem loans and maximize recoveries
Review pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, and litigation-related correspondence
Provide legal guidance regarding foreclosure procedures, creditor rights, workouts, loan enforcement, and bankruptcy matters
Assist with responses to subpoenas, discovery requests, and governmental inquiries
Monitor legal developments impacting lending, collections, foreclosure practices, and creditor remedies
Support enterprise risk management initiatives and legal compliance efforts
Perform other duties as assigned
Travel to client offices, prospects, branches, and industry events as necessary
No managerial responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Active license to practice law in any U.S. jurisdiction
Connecticut bar admission or eligibility for admission in Connecticut preferred
3–5 years of relevant legal experience, preferably with a law firm, financial institution, mortgage servicer, or creditor's rights practice
Experience handling or managing foreclosure, bankruptcy, creditors' rights, collections, or commercial litigation matters
Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Ability to independently manage a significant portfolio of matters while balancing competing priorities
Sound judgment and a practical, business-oriented approach to legal issues
Clear and effective communicator
Collaborative team player
Detail-driven with a high level of accuracy
Experience supporting financial institutions, payment companies, FinTech organizations, or consumer financial services businesses preferred
Familiarity with credit card, prepaid card, debit card, ACH, RTP, or other payment systems preferred
Working knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, including TILA/Regulation Z, EFTA/Regulation E, UDAAP, BSA/AML, CARD Act, CFPB guidance and regulations, payment-network rules, and state money transmission and consumer protection laws preferred
Experience reviewing technology, SaaS, data-sharing, or vendor agreements preferred
Ability to travel to client offices, prospects, branches, and industry events as necessary

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote work arrangement
Opportunity for meaningful responsibility and direct interaction with executive leadership
Collaborative, high-performing legal team
Travel to client offices, prospects, branches, and industry events as necessary