Civil Litigation Paralegal

The Mortgage Law Firm•Portland, OR

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About The Position

The Civil Litigation Paralegal assists attorneys and other team members with preparing legal materials for foreclosure litigation defense, title curative, and loss mitigation. The role handles legal research, document and case-file management, court filings, correspondence, scheduling, deadline monitoring, and client compliance requirements. The paralegal also tracks billable time, helps manage attorney calendars, participates in cross-training, and provides backup coverage for colleagues. The position requires strong organization, analytical and problem-solving skills, the ability to handle competing priorities under pressure, and familiarity with legal terminology and court procedures. The work environment is usually moderately noisy. The role continually involves sitting and using hand and finger dexterity, and occasionally involves standing, walking, talking, or hearing.

Requirements

Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a law firm; real estate law firm experience is preferred but not required.
Proficiency with a variety of software programs, including Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Black Knight, Equator, LPS, Tempo, Westlaw, PACER, and ECF.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to multitask, set priorities, and work well under pressure.
Familiarity with legal terminology, court procedures, and accessing local rules.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and communicate clearly in writing and verbally.

Nice To Haves

Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program or accredited post-secondary institution; an associate degree and a paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred but not required.
Mortgage servicer experience. Preferred but not required.
Experience in a law firm specializing in real estate matters.

Responsibilities

Assist attorneys and other team members in preparing pleadings, motions, petitions, letters, notices, and orders for foreclosure litigation defense, title curative, and loss mitigation.
Perform legal research related to litigation matters.
Research and retrieve relevant documents from client databases.
Update information in client databases and the firm’s case management system in a timely manner.
Organize and maintain case files and relevant materials.
Prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, petitions, notices, summonses, and orders.
File documents with courts.
Prepare correspondence to clients, other parties, and non-parties.
Schedule, coordinate, and monitor court hearing dates and deadlines.
Understand court procedures and access local rules.
Maintain a well-organized calendar, assist with attorney calendars, and oversee case record management.
Track hourly billable time worked as required.
Participate in cross-training for routine tasks and provide backup for staff who are out of the office.
Manage a high volume of client compliance requirements and ensure timely adherence to applicable rules and deadlines.
Perform other related duties assigned by management.