What are the responsibilities and job description for the Foreclosure Paralegal - Maryland position at Friedman Vartolo LLP?
THE COMPANY
Friedman Vartolo LLP is a fast-growing, New York-based law firm specializing in real estate and default services, with over 300 employees providing top-tier legal services to our clients in seven states. While our legal expertise sets us apart, it's our mindset that drives us forward. We bring a fresh, fast-paced energy that drives our momentum and shapes how we approach every challenge.
We are a company that chooses to dig deeper, solving problems at the root instead of settling for surface fixes. Here, there are no passengers because every individual adds value, owns outcomes, and moves the firm forward. With an underdog mentality, we embrace constant elevation, always sharpening, always climbing, and never coasting. When challenges come, we row together and lean in as one team to get the job done, no matter what.
THE POSITION
Friedman Vartolo LLP is seeking experienced Foreclosure Paralegal to join our rapidly growing team. The Foreclosure Paralegal manages Maryland foreclosure matters from pre-filing through post-sale, including title review, complaint preparation, docket and service management, and sale coordination. This role requires strong knowledge of Maryland foreclosure statutes, court rules, and recording requirements, along with the ability to manage deadlines and resolve complex issues efficiently.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct title review and analysis, identify ownership interests, liens, and encumbrances, and resolve title defects through appropriate curative actions and documentation
- Review loan documents and recorded instruments to ensure accuracy and continuity of the chain of title
- Prepare, draft, and file foreclosure complaints and related pleadings; manage eFiling, confirm docketing, and resolve filing deficiencies or court notices
- Manage court dockets and case progression, ensuring timely movement from filing through service and sale in compliance with all deadlines and client timelines
- Coordinate and monitor service of process, including preparation and filing of affidavits, bonds, and related documents, and resolution of service issues
- Coordinate foreclosure sales, including scheduling, postponements, and communication with trustees, courts, clients, and vendors
- Prepare and process foreclosure deeds and post-sale documentation, including execution, recording, and addressing post-sale title or ratification issues
- Maintain accurate case records and provide status updates and reporting in accordance with client and firm requirements
- Ensure compliance with Maryland foreclosure statutes, court rules, client guidelines, and firm procedures; escalate complex legal or procedural issues as needed
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Minimum of 2-year related Maryland foreclosure experience
- Broad Knowledge of Real Estate Default Services
- Experience in LPS, Caseaware, Tempo, etc. is a plus.
- Superior Organizational Skills, Research, and Writing Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Independent Worker; Deadline Driven
- Able to Manage a Heavy Work Load
- Confident and Comfortable on the Phone
- Works Well Under pressure
BENEFITS
Friedman Vartolo LLP is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being and security of our team. Our benefits include:
- Paid parental leave options
- Short and long-term disability leave options
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care plans
- Commuter benefits including transit, and parking options
- Pet insurance to help care for your furry family members
- 401(k) retirement plans with employer contributions
- Gym and fitness reimbursements to support a healthy lifestyle
- Annual $500 travel budget to attend firm sponsored social events
ADA COMPLIANCE
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Friedman Vartolo to provide reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for Friedman Vartolo. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact Recruitment at recruitment@friedmanvartolo.com to request an accommodations.
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