Legal Assistant – Foreclosure Sales & Post‑Sales

Diaz Anselmo & Assoc. PA•Naperville, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Diaz Anselmo & Associates, P.A. is seeking a dedicated Legal Assistant to join our Foreclosure Sales and Post-Sale department. This role is ideal for someone who excels in a fast-paced environment, possesses a sharp eye for accuracy, and enjoys managing files seamlessly from initial sale scheduling to final post-sale completion. The position requires exceptional organization, thrives in a collaborative team setting, and offers an opportunity to advance your career with a respected nationwide law firm.

Requirements

1 to 3 years of hands-on Legal Assistant experience, preferably within foreclosure, real estate, or default servicing (direct foreclosure sale background is a major asset).
A Paralegal Certificate, Associate Degree, or related legal studies.
Exceptional precision and top-tier organizational habits.
Professional, polished, and effective written and verbal communication skills.
The agility to juggle multiple competing priorities smoothly in a high-volume atmosphere.
A proactive problem-solving approach combined with the ability to work independently while remaining a strong team player.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and file crucial foreclosure sale paperwork, notices, bidding instructions, and sale confirmations.
Maintain clear, effective communication with courts, sheriffs, auctioneers, vendors, and other external parties.
Closely monitor critical sale milestones to ensure every statutory and client deadline is strictly met.
Conduct thorough bankruptcy searches, military status verifications, and foundational legal research.
Provide reliable backup for attorneys and address client inquiries with poise and professionalism.
Review property details, legal descriptions, tax histories, and lien information to guarantee absolute accuracy.
Keep Case Management System and client portals updated with clean, precise records.
Handle complex post-sale workflows, including preparing deeds, processing surplus funds, and filing final confirmations.
Assist with electronic court filings, high-volume mailings, and day-to-day administrative duties as required.