Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Summary
LHH is recruiting for an excellent opportunity to join an award-recognized legal organization known for its commitment to employee well-being, professional development, and long-term career growth. Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Law Firms to Work For for two consecutive years, this team fosters a collaborative, supportive, and high-performing environment where employees are truly invested in and set up for success. The Collection/Foreclosure Paralegal supports attorneys in managing substantive legal matters related to collections, foreclosure, bankruptcy, and bank actions. This role ensures strict compliance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and applicable Florida statutes, including the Condominium Act, Cooperative Act, and Homeowners' Association Act.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and related state laws
- Communicate professionally with delinquent owners via phone, email, and written correspondence
- Process owner payments and prepare balance due letters, payoff letters, and estoppels
- Review pre-collection notices, ledgers, and supporting documentation
- Draft Notices of Intent to Lien, Notices of Intent to Foreclose, and record Liens
- Prepare complaint packages and all foreclosure pleadings
- Draft Stipulations for Settlement and Orders Ratifying Stipulations, as needed
- Prepare Motions for Summary Judgment, affidavits of indebtedness, and affidavits of costs
- Finalize attorney fee affidavits by confirming accuracy and estimating remaining fees
- Prepare Notices of Hearing, Final Judgments, and Notices of Sale
- Prepare cover letters to the court and assemble attorney hearing folders
- Provide task direction and support to Team Assistants
- Conduct Mortgage and Satisfaction Searches
- Prepare Answers and Affirmative Defenses
- Draft Motions for Case Management Conference, Notices of Trial, and Motions to Reschedule Sale
- Prepare and generate all related Notices of Hearing
- Prepare Notices of Appearance and Requests for Service
- Compile Exhibits to Proofs of Claim
- Prepare Notices of Change in Post-Petition Amounts
Required Skills & Abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and internet-based systems
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent customer service and client-facing professionalism
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Detail-oriented, reliable, and deadline-driven
- Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to support colleagues
Education & Experience
- High School Diploma required; Bachelor's Degree preferred
- 2 or more years of experience.
Benefits:
Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the benefits may include PTO, medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan. Additionally, you may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Bonus eligibility and amount are based upon company and/or individual performance.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www-uat.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
RE: 3116292
Pay Details: $60,000.00 to $75,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Clay Butler
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.