Remote Litigation Paralegal,

Lensa; City of Albany (NY); Remote; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the mortgage servicing industry is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support its Legal Department. The role involves assisting with contested matters, managing case files, and conducting legal research. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in mortgage servicing and litigation, along with excellent communication and organizational skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Healthcare plans for you and your family

50% match on the first 4% of your 401(k)

Employee discounts on fitness, dining, retail, and more

Career development and training programs

Referral bonuses and educational reimbursement

Community involvement through the Carrington Charitable Foundation

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience as a paralegal, preferably in mortgage servicing.
• Ability to track and record time accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing pleadings and preparing discovery responses.
• Manage case matters and analyze complaints.
• Research laws and prepare documents.

Skills

Understanding of mortgage servicing and litigation

Intermediate skills in MS Word and Excel

Strong writing and proofreading skills

Ability to analyze complex problems

Decision-making skills

Organizational and prioritization skills

Effective oral communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree and paralegal certification or Bachelor’s degree

Job description

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Litigation Paralegal will be responsible for assisting the Legal Department with various contested or escalated matters to facilitate appropriate and timely actions. Perform all duties in accordance with the company’s policies, procedures, and all applicable US laws and regulations.

The target pay range for this position is $75,000.00 to $90,000.00

What You’ll Do

• Assist in reviewing pleadings prepared by outside counsel, including summons, complaints, affidavits, answers, motions, orders, and judgments.
• Review and prepare discovery responses and objections, obtain verifications, and review redactions. Locate knowledgeable persons to help develop responses to discovery requests.
• Review and respond to various written correspondence related to contested matters.
• Manage case matters in the system, analyze complaints, investigate claims, retain outside counsel, and provide necessary records.
• Assist outside counsel with securing personnel for mediations, depositions, and other appearances.
• Maintain legal calendar and track key deadlines.
• Research laws, statutes, judicial decisions, and legal articles to prepare documents and memos.
• Conduct factual research from various sources.
• Assist with case settlement preparations, including data gathering, document organization, and agreement review.
• Lead pre-claim title investigations, review title records, and prepare related memos and claims.
• Perform clerical duties like photocopying and scanning.
• Serve as liaison between outside counsel, internal departments, and attorneys.
• Manage responses to subpoenas and provide litigation updates.
• Resolve routine legal issues under attorney supervision.
• Prepare quarterly litigation and pre-litigation reports.

What You’ll Need

• Understanding of mortgage servicing and litigation.
• Intermediate skills in MS Word and Excel.
• Strong writing and proofreading skills.
• Ability to analyze complex problems and pay attention to details.
• Decision-making skills with significant impact.
• Ability to understand opposing viewpoints and negotiate.
• Organizational and prioritization skills.
• Basic math skills and accurate record-keeping.
• Effective oral communication skills.
• Ability to track and record time accurately.
• Associate’s degree and paralegal certification or Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 2 years’ experience as a paralegal, preferably in mortgage servicing.

Our Company

Carrington Mortgage Holdings specializes in asset management, mortgages, real estate transactions, and logistics, providing comprehensive services across the US residential real estate market. We value stability, growth, and transforming the industry. For more, visit: www.carringtonhc.com

What We Offer

• Healthcare plans for you and your family, plus a 50% match on the first 4% of your 401(k).
• Employee discounts on fitness, dining, retail, and more.
• Career development and training programs.
• Referral bonuses and educational reimbursement.
• Community involvement through the Carrington Charitable Foundation.

Notice: Carrington does not conduct interviews or offers via text/chat.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion, providing reasonable accommodations as needed.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting