Foreclosure Legal Assistant

Alaw - Charlotte, NC

Full-time - Entry Level

Charlotte, NC

About the position

Founded in 1997, ALAW has grown from a modest legal practice to a comprehensive, nationwide law firm providing efficient and effective legal representation to the nation's largest financial institutions. Headquartered in Tampa, FL, and led by a team of seasoned industry veterans across an 18-state footprint, we are strategically positioned to cater to the diverse needs of our clients, including mortgage servicers, banks, investors, and other financial institutions. Our expansive practice covers a full range of services, including appellate advocacy, attorney closing services, bankruptcy solutions, consumer collections, creditors' rights matters, foreclosure proceedings, eviction services, litigation support, regulatory compliance, REO (Real Estate Owned) services, replevin actions, and an array of other specialized legal services tailored to meet our client's unique needs. At ALAW, our dedication extends beyond our professional services. We believe in the power of community engagement and positive outreach. Our team passionately contributes to charitable initiatives, offers pro bono legal assistance, and actively volunteers in the communities where we operate. We take pride in fostering a culture that champions involvement, ensuring that our impact is felt in the heart of the community. We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team in Charlotte, North Carolina. As a legal assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our attorneys in all aspects of bankruptcy, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our cases. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced candidate looking to advance their career in a dynamic and challenging environment.

Responsibilities

• Scheduling Publications and Postings
• Scheduling Sales
• Identify issues in foreclosure process and expedite resolution
• Preparing Pleadings, Substitution Trustee, Deeds, Affidavits, etc.
• Maintaining accurate and current information in case management system
• Providing updates to the client via BKFS, Lenstar, Vendorscape, Tempo & ADR
• Meet client deadlines and adapt to industry change
• Daily communication with clients in a professional manner
• Assist attorney in all aspects and areas of a statewide practice as needed
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, opposing counsel, court clerks, etc.

Requirements

• 1-3 years legal experience
• Working legal knowledge of foreclosure and real estate transactions
• Positive can do attitude
• Capable to work in an accurate, detail-oriented and highly productive manner
• Ability to demonstrate acceptance of responsibility for both achievements and errors
• PC proficiency in Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer
• Experience working in client systems: BKFS/LoanSphere, Lenstar, Vendorscape, Tempo or ADR preferred
• Ability to communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing
• Eager to learn new tasks and can embrace change
• Ability to build positive relationships with other team members and members of the organization
• Ability to work both independently and contribute in every aspect to a team environment
• Comply with all company policies

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Alternative dispute resolution

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program