Contested Foreclosure Paralegal

Seeking a Foreclosure Paralegal with either law firm or servicing background. This is a client-facing, full-time position (40 hours per week, with available paid OT as needed) within a team oriented environment located in Addison, TX reporting for work between the times of 8:30 am and 5:00pm. The chosen applicant would be expected to maintain a courteous, professional demeanor at all times. The successful candidate will act as an oversight specialist and liaison between the client and a network of local counsel nationwide. Candidate would work with their team to oversee a divided revolving case load of 1200+ assets per month. Applicants must have a moderate understanding of the foreclosure lifecycle as well as extensive understanding of the foreclosure litigation process. Extensive experience in Black Knight and moderate experience in Microsoft Excel and Outlook are basic requirements of this position as well. Applicant must have the ability to effectively communicate in order to drive quality results in a time/production based environment. Candidate must be able to review and understand all pleadings related to the foreclosure proceeding and work with counsel to ensure that their requests are met timely in order to drive results and mitigate impediments. Candidate must have experience and understanding of Contested Answers, Affirmative Defenses, Motions to Dismiss, Motions to Vacate, Counterclaims, Discovery Requests, Mediation Hearings, etc. Candidate must also have a working knowledge of CFPB and FDCPA rules and regulations as well as read and understand RESPA requests, TROs and QWRs. Candidate must be assertive and thorough when working with counsel to ensure that all deadlines are met with urgency and precision, therefore confidence in knowledge is a must. Candidate must be able to identify risk and evaluate all potential avenues for resolution while adhering to all applicable state/federal laws. Candidate must be organized and have the ability to manage caseload through utilization of multiple system programs/applications. Ability to pick up the telephone and speak confidently with attorneys/paralegals is paramount.

Minimum Requirements:

Ability to represent our firm professionally and respectfully at all times Prioritize client satisfaction above everything else Foreclosure experience either with a law firm or servicer Experience reading/reviewing legal documents Extensive understanding of the foreclosure litigation process and civil procedure Extensive experience in Black Knight (fka LPS Desktop) Moderate experience in Microsoft Excel and Outlook Excellent written and verbal communication skills Organized and efficient with high volume of cases

Preferred Qualifications:

Paralegal certificate

AS400 / LSAMS

experience Experience in multiple states Experience in Discovery processes

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$40,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Work Location:

In person