Mortgage Litigation Paralegal Expert

Are you a talented paralegal seeking an impactful opportunity in mortgage litigation? We invite you to apply for the Mortgage Litigation Paralegal Expert position to support our dynamic Legal Department in key areas of residential loan servicing and default proceedings. Your expertise will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies while managing litigation cases related to mortgage lending.

This essential role aligns our operations with company policies and the legal framework governing mortgage servicing, lending, and consumer protection.

As a government contractor, we have specific requirements for this position, which include experience in the mortgage banking industry and relevant educational qualifications. The target compensation for this role ranges from $75,000.00 to $95,000.00.

• Assist in resolving litigation cases by collecting and organizing critical information for settlement evaluations, including drafting requests for settlement approval.
• Support the legal team in addressing routine legal issues with guidance from senior personnel.
• Open and manage cases within our case management system, including handling incoming correspondence and service of process documents.
• Review and analyze pleadings from third parties or those prepared by outside counsel, including summons, complaints, affidavits, answers, motions, orders, and judgments.
• Prepare discovery responses and collaborate with various business units to ensure thoroughness.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of legal documents by meticulously reviewing and correcting discrepancies.
• Manage document subpoenas, gathering relevant records and drafting formal responses.
• Oversee litigation matters from initiation to closure, including selecting counsel and monitoring case progress.
• Coordinate logistics for mediations, depositions, and other critical events requiring attendance.
• Effectively manage communications with outside counsel and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.
• Ensure adherence to loan servicing agreements and internal authority thresholds at all times.
• Conduct comprehensive factual research from various sources to bolster legal proceedings.
• Prepare administrative requests and labels for office‑related tasks to support the legal team.
• Conduct pre‑claim title reviews by analyzing title records and submitting claims to insurers.
• Act as a liaison between outside counsel and internal departments, facilitating effective communication.
• Provide administrative support to legal staff, including scheduling and managing communications efficiently.
• Maintain an organized calendar of important events and deadlines to ensure timely actions.
• Ensure the accuracy of matter‑related reports and documents through diligent review.

• Strong knowledge of mortgage servicing, lending operations, and related litigation.
• A collaborative spirit with the ability to work independently as needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
• Sharp analytical and organizational abilities.
• Experience collaborating with outside counsel, vendors, and various business units.
• A keen problem‑solver who pays attention to detail and encourages collaboration.
• Strong decision‑making skills with regard to team and organizational impact.
• Ability to accurately record and track time spent on tasks.
• Associate's degree and paralegal certification or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• A minimum of two years of experience as a paralegal.
• A minimum of two years of experience in the mortgage banking and servicing sector.
• Additionally, experience with litigation case management systems, particularly Legal Tracker, is preferred.

Carrington Mortgage Holdings is a leader in asset management, mortgage services, real estate transactions, and logistics. Our integrated services encompass almost every aspect of single‑family residential real estate transactions in the United States. With an experienced leadership team, we uphold the infrastructure necessary to deliver stability and value in varying…