Litigation Paralegal

Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC•Alpharetta, GA

About The Position

The Foreclosure Paralegal provides comprehensive support to one or more attorneys in a default practice group managing a high-volume foreclosure litigation caseload. The role requires strong organizational skills, knowledge of foreclosure legal procedures, and the ability to manage time-sensitive work while complying with court rules, client requirements, and deadlines. The paralegal handles correspondence, schedules court-related events, prepares and files legal documents, conducts required mailings, maintains case files, and works directly with assigned attorneys on case strategy and daily operations. The role also includes monitoring case progress, reviewing files and billing tasks, and conducting regular case-status reviews with attorneys to keep matters moving efficiently.

Requirements

At least 3–5 years of paralegal experience; foreclosure, real estate, or creditor rights experience is preferred.
Strong working knowledge of foreclosure processes, court rules, e-filing systems for local and federal courts, and document recording procedures.
Proficiency in legal software, Microsoft Office Suite, and PDF tools such as Adobe Acrobat.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a professional demeanor.
Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities, including the ability to manage a high-volume caseload with minimal supervision.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, deadlines, and proactive follow-through.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in sensitive matters.

Nice To Haves

Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program is strongly preferred.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is considered.
Experience tracking and managing attorney billing and client invoicing.
Familiarity with judicial and non-judicial foreclosure procedures and courts.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

Manage client, court, and opposing counsel correspondence, including drafting, reviewing, and responding to emails, letters, and phone communications.
Schedule hearings, depositions, and other court-related events; coordinate with judicial staff and maintain accurate calendars for assigned attorneys.
Prepare, file, and record legal documents with courts and county recorder offices, including motions, orders, discovery requests and responses, pleadings, and affidavits.
Conduct mailings, including service of process, notices, and other required communications.
Work directly with assigned attorneys to support case strategy and daily operations.
Review files to identify billable tasks, request hourly fees for each file, and ensure attorneys accurately bill completed work in compliance with client guidelines.
Conduct weekly file reviews with assigned attorneys to assess case status, identify upcoming deadlines, and develop action plans.
Monitor case progress to ensure court-imposed, client, and internal deadlines are met and procedural requirements are followed.
Maintain organized electronic and physical case files, including document management and e-filing systems.
Perform additional administrative and paralegal duties as needed to support the foreclosure litigation team.