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Job Description

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Job Title: Legal Assistant / Paralegal – Creditors' Rights & Foreclosure (Alabama)

Location: Montgomery, Alabama
Job Type: [Full-Time]
Salary Range: [Commensurate with experience]

Position Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and organized  Legal Assistant or Paralegal with direct experience in  creditors' rights and  Alabama foreclosure law to join our growing legal team. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting attorneys in judicial and non-judicial foreclosure matters, creditor bankruptcy representation, collections, and real property litigation. A strong understanding of Alabama’s foreclosure procedures and title laws is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• • Draft, prepare, and file legal documents related to  judicial and non-judicial foreclosures in accordance with Alabama law, including complaints, motions, notices, affidavits, and sale documents.
  • Review title reports, deeds, and loan documents to verify chain of title and lien priority.
  • Coordinate foreclosure sales and publication requirements under Alabama law.
  • Track statutory deadlines and manage calendars for hearings, pleadings, and publication schedules.
  • Communicate with courts, clients, and title companies
  • Prepare documentation and pleadings for creditor representation in  bankruptcy proceedings (Ch. 7, 11, and 13), including motions for relief from stay.
  • Assist with post-sale confirmations, evictions, and surplus fund processes where applicable.
  • Maintain accurate case records, billing, and client communications in the firm’s case management system.

Qualifications:

• • Education: Associate or Bachelor degree; Paralegal certificate preferred.
  • Experience: 2–5+ years of experience in a law firm or legal department focusing on  creditors’ rights, real estate, and/or foreclosure in Alabama .
  • Knowledge:
    • Familiarity with  Alabama judicial and nonjudicial foreclosure statutes , procedures, and publication requirements
    • Understanding of  title searches ,  chain of title , and  real property law in Alabama
    • Working knowledge of  bankruptcy proceedings (especially in the Northern, Middle, and Southern Districts of Alabama)
  • Skills:
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with legal case management platforms (e.g., Black Knight, ICE, or similar)
    • Strong attention to detail, time management, and written communication skills

• • • Ability to work independently and manage high-volume caseloads efficiently
    • Experience using PACER CM/ECF; SCRA platforms

Preferred Qualifications:

• • Experience working directly with  mortgage lenders, banks, or loan servicers
  • Familiarity with  FDCPA ,  RESPA , and other consumer protection regulations
  • Notary Public certification (Alabama) is a plus.

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