Foreclosure Paralegal / Processor

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. Meeting tight deadlines 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-6:00pm, 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 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.

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.