Paralegal; Foreclosure

Overview

Be among the first 25 applicants. QPWB, a national law firm, has an immediate full-time opening for a Paralegal in our Financial Services Default Division. This position can be remote or located in our Orlando, FL office. The salary and benefits package are competitive.

The individual in this role primarily supports a team of attorneys with litigation and appellate work handling foreclosures and bankruptcy. This is a hands-on position that involves working collaboratively with clients and employees of the firm.

• Organizes and analyzes documentary evidence including contracts, reports, depositions, discovery, investigative and other documents, and prepares summaries and chronologies in accordance with applicable law and firm guidelines.
• Analyzes bankruptcy filings and provides timely legal assistance to handling attorney regarding the status of each bankruptcy proceeding.
• Under attorney direction, drafts and prepares correspondence and other written documents including responses, reports, filings, pleadings, answers, motions, discovery responses, contracts, opinions, position papers, letters, and other documents as necessary.
• Prepares and handles tracking and disposition of subpoenas or other requests for information.
• Maintains organization of files, including maintenance and management.
• Monitors files and escalates issues requiring attorney involvement.
• Conducts legal research using online resources for experts, background searches, and case investigation.
• Requests fee approvals, prepares hearing/trial binders, requests all necessary documents from clients, and assists in trial preparation and meeting billing goals.
• Maintains calendar for trial and discovery deadlines, obtains trial settings, coordinates, and assists in preparation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Relevant legal experience within a law firm and/or corporate legal department for at least 3 years
• Experience with foreclosures, creditors’ rights, and Uniform Commercial Code required
• Strong foreclosure experience and bankruptcy knowledge
• Familiarity with client interface systems such as Black Knight / ICE (LPS), Tempo/Sagent, etc. to upload documents and track contested files
• Demonstrated knowledge in legal research and deposition motion practices and procedures
• State and Federal Court filing including E-Filing experience plus bankruptcy court e-filing
• Title Company and/or real estate closing experience is a plus
• Knowledge of time billing
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel (intermediate to advanced), PowerPoint and Outlook; knowledge of Westlaw or equivalent legal research tools
• Requires critical thinking, excellent communication, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision
• High School Diploma or its equivalent

This position is mostly sedentary and involves sitting for extended periods. Occasional standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 20 pounds may be required. The role requires use of office equipment and computers, and the ability to see, talk, and hear regularly.

Primarily indoor office environment with varying noise levels and temperatures. Occasional interruptions may occur.

Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time hourly employees, including medical, dental & vision insurance, employer-paid life insurance, employer-paid short-term disability insurance, a generous 401(k) plan match, paid vacation, and more. Benefit offerings for positions other than full-time may vary.

The statements above describe the general nature and level of work being performed for this job and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities.

For immediate consideration, qualified candidates should forward their resume. Compensation is commensurate with experience. QPWB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.