As vice president and deputy general counsel at United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM), Anthony Valentine is a steady force behind the company’s continued growth and legal resilience. With nearly 12 years at UWM, Valentine has been instrumental in building the legal framework that supports the company’s innovation, protects it from risk and enables its position as the nation’s #1 mortgage lender.
Valentine oversees multiple facets of UWM’s legal operations, including marketing review, vendor contract negotiation, subpoena response and complex legal matters. He plays a lead role in managing legal oversight of mortgage servicing rights (MSR) transactions — balancing protection and liquidity while guiding high-impact decisions. His ability to break down complex legal issues and translate them into actionable guidance allows internal teams and executives to move quickly with confidence.
Leading a team of over 30 professionals, Valentine has cultivated one of the most tenured legal teams at UWM. His leadership style is people-first — prioritizing open communication, trust and collaboration. He holds weekly leadership meetings to surface ideas, address challenges and align on solutions, creating a culture where legal risk is not just mitigated but proactively managed.
Known for his calm demeanor and business fluency, Valentine ensures legal is not a bottleneck, but a partner in growth. His commitment to excellence, deep institutional knowledge and strategic guidance have made him a cornerstone of UWM’s legal and business infrastructure — quietly powering the decisions and deals that keep the organization moving forward.
Name:
Anthony Valentine
Title:
Vice President, Deputy General Counsel
Company Name:
United Wholesale Mortgage
