What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at Sterling Search Partners?
Sterling Search Partners is helping an Orlando law firm with its search for a Paralegal. The Foreclosure Paralegal supports attorneys by managing foreclosure files from referral through post-sale, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely progression of each case. This role requires strong attention to detail, an understanding of foreclosure and real estate law, and the ability to work efficiently in a deadline-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
Case Management
- Manage a high-volume foreclosure caseload for judicial or nonjudicial states.
- Open, review, and prepare new foreclosure referrals.
- Track case timelines, statutory deadlines, and court requirements.
- Maintain organized electronic case files and update case management systems.
Document Preparation
- Draft foreclosure pleadings such as complaints, notices of default, lis pendens, affidavits, motions, and proposed orders.
- Prepare sale packages, title updates, and judgment materials.
- Review loan documents, payment histories, and title reports for accuracy.
Court & Attorney Support
- File pleadings electronically with state and federal courts.
- Coordinate service of process and publication requirements.
- Monitor hearing dates and prepare attorney notebooks for court.
- Communicate with court staff, trustees, opposing counsel, and clients.
Client & Vendor Communication
- Provide regular status updates to clients, loan servicers, and attorneys.
- Coordinate with title companies, process servers, and foreclosure sale vendors.
- Respond to client requests and resolve document deficiencies.
Compliance & Quality Control
- Ensure files comply with federal (FDCPA), state, and investor/servicer guidelines.
- Assist with audits and internal controls.
- Identify issues in title, chain of assignments, or loan documentation.
Qualifications
- 2–5 years of foreclosure, real estate, or litigation paralegal experience preferred.
- Knowledge of state foreclosure procedures (judicial and/or nonjudicial).
- Proficiency with case management software (e.g., AIM, LPS, Tempo, NetDocuments).
- Strong drafting, proofreading, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage deadlines and high-volume workloads.
- Excellent communication and follow-up skills.
- Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience preferred.