Foreclosure Paralegal

Becker was honored by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best law firms to work for in both the 2024 and 2025 inaugural lists, reflecting our strong commitment to employee well-being, professional development, and a supportive workplace culture. Come be a part of our award-winning team!

Becker is a diverse, multi-practice, commercial law firm with offices in Florida, New York, New Jersey, Washington, D.C., and international affiliates. Since 1973, we’ve built a culture that is collaborative, creative, and passionate about growth. Our client-focused approach is rooted in exceeding expectations and building lasting relationships.

Why Join Becker?

Career Growth & Development

• We are deeply committed to employee growth. We want every team member to thrive professionally and personally and be part of Becker’s future.
• All new employees receive individualized training tailored to their role and our industry-leading software systems.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid benefits and mental health coverage
• Ancillary products including short-term disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and commuter benefits
• Access to internal wellness initiatives, including the Becker Mental Health and Wellness Committee

SUMMARY: The Collections and Foreclosure paralegal role is to provide support to the attorney with the processing of substantive legal work, in addition to understanding and complying with the provisions of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, New Jersey Condominium Act and related state laws.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Association Actions

• Prepare initial demand letters, notice of intent to foreclose letters, and liens.
• Communicate with delinquent owners via phone, email, and letter correspondence as needed.
• Process payments from owners and prepare balance due letters, payoff letters, estoppels, etc.
• Prepare and generate legal documents including complaint packages, Foreclosure Motions, Stipulations for Settlement, Motion for Summary Judgment including the Certification of Amount Due and Certification of Services Rendered.
• Calendar Motion return dates for attorney and follow up to confirm date/time of hearing.
• Prepare and generate the Final Judgment application and/or Motions as well as the Post Judgment Enforcement, including but not limited to Writs of Execution and Wage garnishments.
• Prepare hearing folder for attorney to take to hearing.
• Communication with clients regarding status of actions.
• Prepare monthly status reports.

Bank Actions

• Pull Mortgage/Satisfaction Search
• Prepare Answer/Affirmative Defenses.
• Monitor status of lender’s action.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proficient in the use of technology applications such as case management software, Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Must possess strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Must be a team player and willing to help others in their department whenever necessary.
• Must be extremely organized, detailed oriented and be able to multi-task.
• Conscientious with respect to work completion, deadlines, time management and attendance.

Education and Experience:

• Paralegal Certificate, Associates or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience.

Our Commitment to Compliance and Inclusion

In accordance with New York and New Jersey state laws, the salary range for this position is $65,000 - $75,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications. Final compensation will be determined during the hiring process.

Replies are given within 24 hours, so apply today for immediate consideration.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Becker is committed to diversity in the workplace. Workplace diversity refers to the protection, respect and inclusion of all of the attributes that each employee contributes to the workplace. We strive for a workplace that welcomes and respects all employees regardless of any protected class status, including, but not limited to, race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, age, ancestry, and disability. We also acknowledge the other ways in which people are different, such as educational level, life experience, work experience, socio-economic background, and personality and recognize the value of these individual differences.

We are wholly committed to creating hiring practices and a work environment that values and utilizes the contributions of people with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

As such, it is the policy of Becker to recruit, employ, train, develop, and promote employees on the basis of individual qualifications, competence, and merit. We believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and do not discriminate on any basis prohibited by applicable law. It is our goal to fully comply with the letter of the law, as well as its spirit and intent.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program
• Work from home

Application Question(s):

• Have you handled contested and uncontested foreclosure proceedings from start to finish?

Experience:

• Law Firm: 3 years (Required)
• Collections and Foreclosure: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Morristown, NJ 07960