Foreclosure Paralegal

Contemporary Staffing Solutions; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Contemporary Staffing Solutions seeks a Foreclosure Paralegal to join our client in a hybrid, direct hire role based in Cedar Knolls, New Jersey. The position guides lender and servicer foreclosure matters through each stage of the legal process, handling a substantial caseload and coordinating with attorneys and fellow paralegals.

The ideal candidate has five years of NJ/NY foreclosure experience, strong deadline discipline, and proficiency with loan servicing and foreclosure case management

Qualifications

• At least five years of foreclosure experience within a law firm handling mortgage lender or loan servicer matters in NJ or NY.
• Ability to manage litigation-focused foreclosure matters from initial complaint through final stages.
• Experience using established loan servicing and foreclosure case management platforms.
• Familiarity with document management and legal practice management applications is preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and workload management skills to support multiple attorneys in a high-volume setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a large portfolio of New Jersey or New York foreclosure files with accurate records and deadlines.
• Prepare complaints, pleadings, correspondence, and other documents throughout foreclosure litigation.
• Coordinate communications among attorneys, borrowers, courts, clients, and other parties.
• Support three to four attorneys by organizing case activity and addressing documentation needs.
• Ensure consistent case handling by collaborating with other paralegals and keeping information up to date in management systems.

Skills

Foreclosure experience

Deadline management

Organization

Communication

Tools

Loan servicing platforms

Foreclosure case management platforms

Document management systems

Job description

Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking a Foreclosure Paralegal to join our client in a role that supports key business operations and contributes to important organizational initiatives. Based in Cedar Knolls, New Jersey, this Hybrid, Direct Hire opportunity offers an experienced legal professional the chance to guide lender and servicer foreclosure matters through each stage of the legal process. The position involves managing a substantial caseload, preparing essential filings, coordinating with parties to legal proceedings, and partnering closely with several attorneys and fellow paralegals. Success in this role requires strong knowledge of New Jersey or New York foreclosure procedures, careful attention to deadlines, and the ability to maintain accuracy in a fast paced legal environment.

Compensation

Up to $44.00 per hour

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST, with a one hour lunch break.

Key Responsibilities of the Foreclosure Paralegal

• Oversee a large portfolio of New Jersey or New York foreclosure files while maintaining accurate records, priorities, and court deadlines.
• Prepare complaints, pleadings, correspondence, and supporting documents required throughout the foreclosure litigation process.
• Coordinate communications among attorneys, borrowers, courts, clients, and other parties involved in active legal matters.
• Support three to four attorneys by organizing case activity, monitoring progress, and addressing documentation needs across assigned files.
• Facilitate consistent case handling by collaborating with other paralegals and maintaining complete information within legal and foreclosure management systems.
• Qualifications and Skills for the Foreclosure Paralegal:At least five years of foreclosure experience within a law firm that represents mortgage lenders or loan servicers in New Jersey or New York.
• Demonstrated ability to manage litigation focused foreclosure matters from initial complaint preparation through subsequent stages of the case.
• Required experience using established loan servicing and foreclosure case management platforms.
• Familiarity with document management and legal practice management applications is strongly preferred.
• Proven organizational, communication, and workload management skills, with the ability to support multiple attorneys in a high volume setting; experience limited solely to an internal lender or servicer environment does not meet the role requirements.

Why Join Us?

This role provides hands on involvement in meaningful foreclosure litigation and regular collaboration with experienced attorneys and paralegals. You will have the opportunity to deepen your case management expertise, contribute to efficient daily legal operations, and take ownership of matters across the full case lifecycle.

About Us:

Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp to hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we have grown from a staffing agency into a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology. Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting Contemporary Staffing Solutions.