Foreclosure Paralegal Mostly Remote

Job Description

Job Description

Kluever Law Group, a boutique Chicago law firm is currently seeking a new member to join our team and work within our Foreclosure/Mortgage Servicing Practice Group

This role operates in a fast-paced, highly regulated industry, serving large financial institutions. Technical proficiency, meeting tight deadlines, proactive work ethic, and adhering to compliance standards are essential.

• ** The position will be mostly remote, with potential on-site tasks and/or meetings at our downtown office as business demands dictate. **
• Strong candidates will be able to work independently and be comfortable with a heavy focus on working within case management systems.
• KLG has a strong commitment to providing a welcoming environment and encourages the growth and development of its team members, both personally and professionally.
• Final candidates are required to pass comprehensive background checks.

** Schedule ** : Work hours are Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm, but we are willing to accommodate and provide reasonable flexibility.

** Location: ** 200 N. LaSalle St., Suite 1880, Chicago, IL 60601

** Benefits: **

• ** Compensation: ** Base hourly rates between $21.00 - $27.00 based on experience
• ** Comprehensive Benefits: ** Health insurance with the firm covering 75% of the employee PPO plan cost (Additional plans are available that include employer contributions).
• * Dental and vision plan options are available at attractive rates
• ** PTO: ** Paid personal time off, paid holidays & sick days
• ** Retirement Plans: ** 401k plan and guaranteed Safe Harbor Employer Match.
• ** Life Insurance: ** Employer paid life insurance policy

** Responsibilities: **

• ** Document Management ** -- Obtain required documents from clients, title companies, process servers, court files, and other public officials.
• ** Document Intake Review ** -- Review incoming documents for completeness and sufficiency and enter various data contained in the documents into case management systems.
• ** Document Generation ** -- Generate drafts of legal documents for review and signature by attorneys or clients.
• * Customize template documents to specific cases as required
  • Review and proofread documents to ensure accuracy.
  • Some positions may require the review of statements of account, invoices, and identification of categories of charges to be included or excluded from data entry.
• ** System Updates ** – Working various case files, communication with clients, and processing documents to and from clients, courts and opposing attorneys through case management systems.
• ** Escalations ** - Identify and escalate unusual or complex issues to supervising attorneys and clients.
• ** Internal and External Communication ** – Providing clear, professional, and relevant communications to clients, vendors and colleagues via case management systems, phone and email.

** Experience and Skills: **

• ** Detail Oriented ** - As our clients are federally regulated financial institutions, strict compliance with applicable regulations, policies, procedures, and system processes is required.
• ** Judgment ** - Must be comfortable taking the initiative to promptly collaborate with and seek help and input from supervisors, managers, and attorneys.
• ** Independent ** - ** ****** Must be a self-starter, dependable and reliable.
• ** Multi-Task ** - After training is completed, you must have the ability to work independently and prioritize various tasks on the workload
• ** Technological Competence ** – Ability to learn and navigate various case management systems. Identify opportunities to improve systems and leverage integrations/automations to streamline workflow

** “Pluses” for Potential Candidates: **

• Bachelor's or associate Degree preferred
• Experience with eFiling and/or eRecording
• Experience with CaseAware and Microsoft Office
• Experience using financial services case management systems, such as BKFS (LPS), Tempo, and VendorScape
• Experience searching the US Department of Defense website to perform military searches
• Experience in real estate law, reviewing title commitments, processing deeds, or other recordable instruments

Company Description

Kluever Law Group, LLC., is a boutique Chicago-based law firm with a 23-year history of delivering exceptional results for our clients. Specializing in complex litigation, creditor’s rights, and related practice areas, we serve clients throughout Illinois and Wisconsin and have built a strong reputation for excellence, collaboration, and innovation.

Company Description

Kluever Law Group, LLC., is a boutique Chicago-based law firm with a 23-year history of delivering exceptional results for our clients. Specializing in complex litigation, creditor’s rights, and related practice areas, we serve clients throughout Illinois and Wisconsin and have built a strong reputation for excellence, collaboration, and innovation.