Paralegal

Uwmcareers; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off after 30 days

Comprehensive health benefits

401k with match

Mortgage discounts

Job summary

UWM is seeking a Paralegal to support the Legal and Compliance team in Pontiac, MI, performing legal research, drafting documents, and handling active and non-routine litigation matters. This 100% onsite role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to manage confidential records.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal certificate with litigation experience and be able to work independently while collaborating with multiple teams to mitigate risk and ensure timely

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or Paralegal certificate with experience in a legal support environment.
• Experience performing legal research and understanding state statutes and civil code procedures.
• Litigation and subpoena processes experience; ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with employment litigation matters and draft litigation holds; liaise with insurers and external counsel.
• Draft and review land record documents such as Mortgages, Releases/Reconveyances, and Subordination Agreements.
• Process subpoenas and discovery requests, coordinate depositions, and maintain records as custodian for the company.

Skills

Attention to detail

Planning & organization

Project management

Team collaboration

Independent work

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Airtable

Job description

The Paralegal assists leaders on the Legal and Compliance team by performing a variety of legal duties, including conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, handling active and non-routine litigation matters, responding to subpoena and discovery requests, and maintaining confidential company records. This role requires 100% onsite attendance in our Pontiac office.

This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization, either now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Assist Senior Paralegal and in-house attorneys with employment litigation matters; draft and issue litigation hold notices; and communicate with insurers and external counsel as may be necessary.
• Draft, proofread, and review land record documents, including Assignments of Mortgages, Releases/Reconveyances, and Subordination Agreements.
• Produce records timely to non-party subpoena and discovery requests on a daily basis with a high level of attention to detail; coordinate witness depositions; and act as custodian of records on behalf of UWM to authenticate business records.
• Serve as recipient for service of process matters; review, track and escalat legal matters as needed.
• Track and process legal invoices utilizing Airtable software.
• Review a variety of other legal documents including residential purchase agreements, leasehold agreements, trust agreements, and other real estate and title documents.
• Review legal documents received in civil case proceedings, including partition actions, quiet title actions, bankruptcy filings, foreclosure cases, substitutions of trustees, tax and assessment liens, and other civil pleadings; track and manage communications with servicers, internal counsel, MERS, and external counsel to ensure matters are handled from intake to resolution.
• Research, analyze, and summarize statutory law, investor guideline requirements (Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac/Ginnie Mae), state regulatory agency requirements, judicial decisions and other legal sources of information.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures; reviewing materials quarterly and conducting audits.
• Assist team with mortgage licensing research and requirements, including filing of annual secretary of state business entity registrations and annual reports.
• Assist with Legal and Compliance trainings and presentations.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

Must Have Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or Paralegal certificate and experience in a legal support environment, either in a corporate or law firm setting.
• Have experience performing legal research and comprehension of state statutes and civil code procedures.
• Must have litigation and subpoena processes experience.
• Have a commitment to continuous business improvement.
• Be able to collaborate with numerous teams and team members to mitigate risk and ensure legal matters are resolved timely.
• Have effective planning, organizational and project management skills.
• Be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously effectively.
• Have a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Have excellent written and communication skills with an attention to correct grammar and business writing skills.
• Have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Have critical thinking, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Be self-motivated and able to work well in a team based environment.

THE PLACE & THE PERKS

Ready to join thousands of talented team members who are making the dream of home ownership possible for more Americans? It’s all happening on UWM’s campus, where our award-winning workplace packs plenty of perks and amenities that keep the atmosphere buzzing with energy and excitement.

It’s no wonder that out of our six pillars, People Are Our Greatest Asset is number one. It’s at the very heart of how we treat each other, our clients and our community. Whether it’s providing elite client service or continuously striving to improve, our pillars provide a pathway to a more successful personal and professional life.

From the team member that holds a door open to the one that helps guide your career, you’ll feel the encouragement and support on day one. No matter your race, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation and ethnicity, you’ll be welcomed here. Accepted here. And empowered to Be You Here.

More reasons you’ll love working here include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) after just 30 days
• Additional parental and maternity leave benefits after 12 months
• Adoption reimbursement program
• Paid volunteer hours
• Paid training and career development
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Mortgage discount and area business discounts
• Free membership to our large, state-of-the-art fitness center, including exercise classes such as yoga and Zumba, various sports leagues and a full-size basketball court
• Wellness area, including an in-house primary-care physician’s office, full-time massage therapist and hair salon
• Gourmet cafeteria featuring homemade breakfast and lunch
• Convenience store featuring healthy grab-and-go snacks
• In-house Starbucks and Dunkin
• Indoor/outdoor café with Wi-Fi

DISCLAIMER

All the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation and change. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Team members may be required to perform other or different job-related duties as requested by their team lead, subject to reasonable accommodation. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment with UWM is "at-will." UWM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By selecting “Apply for this job online” you provide consent to UWM to record phone call conversations between you and UWM to be used for quality control purposes.