Foreclosures Paralegal - Calgary, Canada - MLT Aikins

MLT Aikins

Verified Company

Calgary, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

We are currently looking for an experienced paralegal to join our foreclosures team in Calgary.

Responsibilities include:

Preparing foreclosure files from start to finish
Preparing and filing documents for foreclosure proceedings, including Statement of Claim, Application for Order for Sale and supporting documents and mortgage insurance claims
Negotiating mortgage arrears and settlement proposals with mortgagors and solicitors
Initiating follow-up with debtors/borrowers as required
Organizing and maintaining files, including daily filing, opening and closing files and updating case activity
Preparing letters and correspondence to clients and defendants
Overseeing sales of properties, including disbursement of trust monies
Reviewing financial recovery and Credit Bureau reports
Determining viability of judgment action for deficiencies on conventional and insured loans
Maintaining client communications and acting as primary and independent contact with lawyers, real estate agents, appraisers, property managers and insurance agents on all properties
Using online resources such as PPR, Litigation & Collection Highway and CollectLink
Preparing foreclosure precedents for review by supervising lawyer
Preparing Statements of Accounts as necessary

Qualifications include:

Post-secondary education from an accredited legal program preferred
Five to 10 years of experience in foreclosures
Ability to maintain an efficient electronic file system with exceptional attention to detail
Ability to organize and prioritize and manage multiple priorities with tight deadlines
Strong communicator with strong problem solving and analytical skills
Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently with mínimal supervision
Capacity to perform complex editing and formatting for correspondence and documents

We offer:

A competitive salary depending on experience
Comprehensive coverage for health and wellness benefits
Access to group savings plans and investment options
Options for flexible work agreements and vacation coverage
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