Paralegal (Landlord–Tenant) — Retainer / Contract

Empire Property Management Group • Easton, PA

1h • Hybrid

About The Position

Empire Property Management is a Lehigh Valley–based property management company located in Easton, PA, managing over 1,000 residential units. The company supports owners and residents with responsive operations, compliance, and customer service. They are seeking an experienced Landlord–Tenant Paralegal to manage court-related work for non-payment cases and associated filings, primarily within Pennsylvania Magisterial District Courts (MDJ). This role involves ensuring the docket progresses efficiently from notice to judgment to possession, including attending MDJ hearings as the authorized company representative/agent and maintaining accurate paperwork and timelines.

Requirements

• 1–3+ years focused on landlord–tenant or collections
• Comfortable speaking in court; organized and confident managing a high-volume docket
• Familiarity with MDJ e-filing and practices in Lehigh and Northampton Counties
• Strong written documentation, attention to detail, and follow-through

Nice To Haves

• MDJ experience strongly preferred
• Paralegal certificate or ABA-approved paralegal program preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare, file, and track landlord–tenant complaints, notices, affidavits, and post-judgment documents (writs, possession)
• Coordinate service of process; maintain a precise MDJ hearing calendar and appearance schedule
• Appear in MDJ as Empire’s authorized representative/agent; present facts, exhibits, and requested relief
• Monitor statutory timelines (judgment, writ, possession, lockout) and escalate matters promptly
• Keep forms, templates, and workflows aligned with PA rules and local practices; update for rule changes
• Communicate with property managers and outside counsel (as needed for appeals)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed