Legal Assistant – Foreclosure Sales & Post‑Sales

About the role

Diaz Anselmo & Associates, P.A. is seeking a Legal Assistant to support our Foreclosure Sales and Post-Sale team. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and enjoys managing cases from sale scheduling through post-sale completion.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and file foreclosure sale documents, notices, bidding instructions, and sale confirmations
• Coordinate with courts, sheriffs, master commissioners, auctioneers, vendors, and other third-party stakeholders
• Monitor foreclosure sale timelines to ensure all deadlines and requirements are met accurately and timely
• Conduct bankruptcy, military status, and related legal research searches
• Provide support to attorneys while responding to client inquiries professionally and efficiently
• Review property information, legal descriptions, tax records, and lien details for accuracy
• Maintain accurate case records and updates within the firm's Case Management System and client portals
• Manage post-sale activities, including deed preparation, surplus fund processing, and confirmation filings
• Assist with electronic filings, mailings, and other administrative tasks as needed

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of Legal Assistant experience, preferably in foreclosure, real estate, or default servicing law
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a high-volume environment
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently while contributing to a team

Skills

• Experience with foreclosure sale processes is a plus
• Paralegal Certificate, Associate Degree, or related legal education preferred

Work environment

• Office-based position requiring extensive computer use and the ability to manage multiple systems and monitors simultaneously
• Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with opportunities to learn and grow

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a knowledgeable and supportive legal team
• Professional growth and development within a well-established law firm
• Collaborative and fast-paced work environment
• Meaningful work supporting the foreclosure and real estate legal process
• Stability, growth, and the chance to build a long-term career in the legal industry