Financial Services Litigation Paralegal

Location: Boston office

Full-time position with competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package.

About the role

We are seeking a Litigation Paralegal with experience in Bankruptcy and Mortgage Foreclosure matters. The role involves performing a variety of duties supporting attorneys according to established policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• E-File in both State and Federal Court systems
• Record and capture billable time in compliance with client guidelines
• Draft transmittal letters
• Investigate facts as requested by attorneys
• Prepare, review, format, and cite check legal documents such as notices, consents, appearances, answers, objections, stipulations, affidavits, motions, briefs, and pleadings
• Prepare exhibits, including trial exhibits
• Redact confidential information
• Conduct SCRA searches, factual investigations, and legal research regarding creditor rights, foreclosure law, lien priority, and real property disputes
• Conduct title and lien review to identify ownership interests, encumbrances, and legal issues affecting foreclosure proceedings
• Manage high volume caseload in a deadline-driven environment, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations
• Prepare, review, and file foreclosure pleadings, notices, affidavits, motions, and other legal documents
• Monitor case deadlines and maintain accurate litigation and foreclosure calendars
• Track and analyze foreclosure timelines to ensure compliance with court orders and statutory requirements
• Review title reports, title commitments, and public records to identify competing liens, ownership issues, and priority disputes
• Analyze mortgages, security agreements, assignments, loan modifications, UCC filings, and related documents to support lien enforcement and defense strategies
• Review loan documents, payment histories, and foreclosure referrals for accuracy and completeness
• Assist in resolving title, bankruptcy, probate, or loss mitigation issues impacting foreclosure actions
• Review, analyze, and monitor Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy court dockets for case activity and to identify key developments and critical deadlines
• Assess plans, petitions, schedules, investment documents, motions to sell, and other documents
• Prepare and maintain case updates to ensure accurate and timely reporting
• Communicate with court and clients regarding deadlines
• Prepare summaries of 341 meeting results and addenda to Proofs of Claim
• Perform initial case reviews and prepare related reports
• Prepare case summaries to identify potential issues
• Prepare and submit Proof of Claim packages

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred
• Three years of bankruptcy and mortgage foreclosure experience is required
• Working knowledge of internet and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word), iManage, and Adobe
• E-Filing experience in both State and Federal Court systems
• Knowledge of multiple states’ bankruptcy and foreclosure procedures is ideal

Skills

• Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs
• Listens and seeks clarification; responds well to questions
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills, attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality
• Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data
• Takes independent actions and calculated risks; asks for help when needed
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; commits to additional hours of work when necessary to reach goals
• Balances team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building a positive team environment
• Maintains confidentiality
• Moves cases along, anticipating next steps and proactively discussing same with attorneys