Foreclosure Paralegal – Maryland & Virginia
About The Position
Stern & Eisenberg, P.C. is seeking an experienced Foreclosure Paralegal to manage residential mortgage foreclosure files in Maryland and Virginia. The role handles matters from initial referral through foreclosure sale and post-sale completion, under attorney supervision, and requires familiarity with state-specific statutory requirements, court procedures, timelines, and mortgage servicer guidelines. The paralegal will manage a high-volume caseload, identify potential delays and compliance issues, and collaborate with attorneys, clients, vendors, and internal operations teams. The position is remote eligible. Remote employees must maintain a professional, secure, reliable workspace; be available during established business hours and for scheduled virtual meetings and training; meet productivity, quality, and client service expectations; maintain confidentiality and follow information security policies; and have reliable high-speed internet and the ability to use the firm's technology platforms. Remote eligibility is subject to firm approval, operational requirements, and applicable employment policies. The firm offers competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience, health and other employee benefits, a 401(k) with employer matching, paid time off and company holidays, remote work eligibility, and professional development and career advancement opportunities. Stern & Eisenberg, P.C. has a 40-year history of providing legal representation to financial institutions, mortgage servicers, investors, and other clients, with a creditors' rights and default servicing practice throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of foreclosure paralegal experience, preferably involving Maryland and/or Virginia foreclosure proceedings.
- Working knowledge of residential mortgage foreclosure procedures and documentation.
- Experience preparing foreclosure pleadings, notices, affidavits, and supporting legal documentation.
- Ability to manage multiple files, prioritize competing deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a high-volume environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and electronic case management systems.
- Strong organizational skills, analytical abilities, and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and operational staff.
- Remote employees must maintain a professional, secure, and reliable workspace; be available during established business hours and for scheduled virtual meetings and training; meet productivity, quality, and client service expectations; maintain confidentiality and comply with information security policies; and have reliable high-speed internet and the ability to use the firm's technology platforms.
Nice To Haves
- Direct experience handling both Maryland judicial foreclosure and Virginia nonjudicial foreclosure matters.
- Experience in a creditors' rights law firm or mortgage default servicing environment.
- Familiarity with Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, FHA, VA, and other investor or insurer foreclosure requirements.
- Experience using CaseAware, Black Knight, Vendorscape, TEMPO, or comparable default servicing platforms.
- Knowledge of foreclosure sale procedures, title issues, bankruptcy-related holds, and post-sale processes.
- Experience with high-volume case management and client performance metrics.
Responsibilities
- Manage Maryland and Virginia foreclosure files from initial referral through foreclosure sale and post-sale completion, under attorney supervision.
- Prepare, review, and coordinate foreclosure documentation in accordance with Maryland and Virginia statutory requirements.
- Monitor foreclosure milestones, statutory deadlines, client service-level agreements, and investor requirements.
- Review loan documentation, assignments, deeds of trust, title reports, and supporting documents to identify deficiencies or issues requiring attorney review.
- Coordinate with foreclosure trustees, substitute trustees, court personnel, vendors, and other parties involved in foreclosure proceedings.
- Identify and escalate title defects, documentation deficiencies, contested matters, bankruptcy filings, and other issues that may affect foreclosure timelines.
- Prepare and coordinate Maryland Notices of Intent to Foreclose and Orders to Docket, including required affidavits, certifications, and supporting documentation.
- Monitor Maryland foreclosure mediation requirements, procedural deadlines, sale scheduling, publication, statutory notices, post-sale procedures, and applicable Maryland Rules.
- Coordinate Virginia nonjudicial foreclosure proceedings under deeds of trust, including trustee appointments, assignments, and notice requirements.
- Prepare and coordinate Virginia notices of default, notices of sale, publication requirements, and related documentation; coordinate trustee sales with substitute trustees and vendors.
- Assist with bid instructions, trustee sale reporting, trustee deeds, and Virginia post-sale documentation.
- Maintain timely updates in CaseAware and use mortgage servicing and vendor platforms, including Black Knight, Vendorscape, TEMPO, and client-specific systems.
- Communicate milestones, delays, exceptions, and required client actions through designated portals and approved channels; respond to client inquiries and follow up on documentation and approvals.
- Ensure compliance with client procedures, reporting requirements, and performance expectations.
- Complete and document bankruptcy and military status checks as required, and monitor compliance with state laws, investor guidelines, and client requirements.
- Maintain calendars and tracking systems for statutory deadlines, court dates, foreclosure sales, and post-sale milestones.
- Review case files for completeness and accuracy before significant procedural milestones; escalate legal issues and compliance concerns to attorneys and management.
- Assist with workflow improvements to reduce delays, improve productivity, and strengthen quality controls.
- Prepare filing packages, check requests, fee approvals, and vendor instructions; maintain organized electronic case files.
- Coordinate with internal departments, attorneys, outside vendors, and court personnel.
- Generate and review CaseAware reports to monitor case progression, outstanding tasks, and client deadlines.
- Support departmental initiatives and other assignments as directed by management.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
- Health and other employee benefits.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- Remote work eligibility.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
