Litigation Paralegal
Ultimate Staffing · Phoenix, AZ · 1 mo ago
On-siteLegalFull-time
About the role
We are seeking a full-time Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys with high-volume litigation caseloads involving default servicing, foreclosure, title, and creditor rights matters. This self-directed, detail-oriented position requires someone ready to take initiative and manage responsibilities from the outset.
Responsibilities
- Support attorneys in protecting clients' interests by reviewing loans for potential legal action
- Manage active litigation files and prepare and file pleadings
- Coordinate case strategy and deadlines
- Ensure compliance with applicable court rules and procedures
- Draft complaints, motions, disclosures, and discovery documents with minimal oversight
- Coordinate hearings and court deadlines
- Handle state and federal court filings
- Serve as a key liaison between attorneys, clients, opposing counsel, courts, and third-party vendors
Requirements
- Minimum of three (3) years of litigation paralegal experience
- Experience managing complex litigation matters from inception through resolution
- Proficiency in drafting litigation pleadings, motions, disclosures, discovery, and other legal documents
- Working knowledge of state and federal court rules, procedures, and electronic filing systems
- Experience managing active litigation caseloads and coordinating court deadlines, hearings, and case milestones
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management platforms
Qualifications
- Default servicing, foreclosure, creditor rights, or real estate litigation experience strongly preferred
- Familiarity with title documents, loan documents, foreclosure procedures, and mortgage servicing practices strongly preferred
- Experience with LPS, Legal Tracker, TEMPO, VendorScape, or similar systems preferred