Title Examiner

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood and Boyer, P.A. • Pinecrest, FL

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About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Title Examiner to join our Default Legal Services team. The ideal candidate has prior experience working at a default law firm, loan servicer, or title company providing default-related title services, and demonstrates deep knowledge of chain-of-title analysis, curative work, and the foreclosure/default lifecycle. This position is based in Jacksonville, Florida; strong candidates may qualify for remote or hybrid arrangements depending on experience and demonstrated ability to operate independently.

Requirements

• Mandatory: Prior experience at a default law firm, loan servicer, or title company providing default-related title services.
• Minimum 3 years of title examination experience with a heavy focus on default/foreclosure matters (or commensurate experience).
• Strong working knowledge of Florida real estate recording statutes, foreclosure process, priority rules, and common curative measures.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare title commitments/examiner’s reports and recommend curative actions.
• Proven accuracy, exceptional attention to detail, and ability to work under deadlines.
• Proficiency with title search software and public-record platforms; familiarity with systems such as RamQuest, SoftPro, TitleExpress, or equivalents preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to explain complex title issues clearly to attorneys and clients.
• Reliable internet connection and suitable home-office setup if working remotely; ability to travel locally to courthouses and recorders when required.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Paralegal certificate, associate degree, or relevant licensing/certification in title/real estate.
• Experience in Florida-specific default title curative and foreclosure market.
• Prior experience interacting directly with loan servicers and default-investor requirements (e.g., handling investor-specific endorsements/exceptions).
• Familiarity with document preparation for closings and REO conveyances.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed title examinations for default matters (foreclosure, REO, bankruptcy, loss mitigation), including chain-of-title review and identification of defects, liens, encumbrances, easements, judgments, and other title issues.
• Prepare clear, actionable title reports/commitments, examiner’s reports, and curative exception lists tailored for default counsel and loan servicers.
• Recommend and draft curative instruments, title affidavits, and other closing/curative documents for attorney review.
• Coordinate and communicate directly with default attorneys, loan servicers, clients, and closing agents to resolve title issues and obtain required documentation.
• Order and interpret payoff statements, tax searches, UCC filings, probate records, and municipal liens; confirm priorities and lien release satisfaction.
• Maintain and research title plant records and public records (online and in-courthouse) as needed; perform courthouse visits when required.
• Support litigation and document production for defaults, including preparing exhibits and providing title-related testimony or declarations when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with firm procedures, client/servicer requirements, and applicable Florida real estate and default law.
• Maintain accurate case notes, billing time entries (if applicable), and workflow in firm case management/title systems.
• Identify title/documentation issues that would prevent an agency or investor from accepting a conveyance (e.g., missing endorsements, defective assignments, unresolved liens, probate/bankruptcy issues, occupancy inconsistencies) and recommend and implement curative steps.
• Prepare and assemble conveyance/REO packages for government agencies (HUD/FHA, VA, USDA, etc.), including required affidavits, certifications, title affidavits, payoff and lien releases, tax certificates, proof of service and notice, and closing paperwork.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience).
• Benefits package may include medical/dental/vision, 401(k) or retirement options, paid time off, professional development, and remote-work flexibility—details to be provided at offer.
• (Optional for firm) Bonus/commission structure for throughput or quality metrics.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees