Paralegal - Trustee Department
About The Position
RAS is seeking a Paralegal to support the Trustee Department as the firm scales operations and expands its practice out west. The position may be performed remotely and is not limited to a specific geographic location. The Paralegal works closely with the Managing Attorney, associate attorneys, and foreclosure professionals to support the administration of nonjudicial foreclosure proceedings on behalf of mortgage servicers. The role supports document preparation, title review, file maintenance, and coordination with clients and vendors under attorney supervision. The ideal candidate has relevant foreclosure or title experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple files and deadlines accurately and attentively.
Requirements
- Relevant experience in mortgage foreclosure, title examination, title curative work, or related real estate legal support.
- Ability to review title reports and loan documents and recognize issues requiring attorney attention.
- Strong organizational, communication, and document preparation skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple files, priorities, and deadlines.
- Proficiency with case management systems, client platforms, and standard office applications.
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with attorneys and staff.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with nonjudicial foreclosure processes or trustee operations.
- Paralegal certificate, degree, or equivalent relevant work experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist with assigned nonjudicial foreclosure files from referral through completion under attorney supervision.
- Gather, organize, and review loan documents, title reports, recorded instruments, and other supporting materials for completeness and consistency.
- Identify missing documents, title discrepancies, and other file issues, and escalate them to the responsible attorney.
- Prepare foreclosure-related notices, correspondence, and other documents for attorney review.
- Coordinate document execution, mailing, publication, recording, and other foreclosure-related services as directed.
- Track file milestones, deadlines, and outstanding items to support timely and accurate processing.
- Maintain complete and accurate electronic files, case notes, and status updates in firm and client systems.
- Communicate professionally with clients, title companies, vendors, and internal team members regarding documents, status requests, and outstanding items.
- Follow established procedures, client instructions, and quality control requirements.
- Promptly escalate bankruptcy notices, disputes, potential holds, and other matters requiring attorney review.
- Support departmental reporting, file audits, and process improvements as the department grows.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
