Paralegal (Landlord–Tenant) — Retainer / Contract

Description:

Location: Easton, PA (Lehigh Valley) Company: Empire Property Management
Engagement: Retainer (contract) & flat feeStart: ASAP

About Empire Property Management
Empire Property Management is a Lehigh Valley–based property management company in Easton, PA. We manage 1,000+ residential units across the region, supporting owners and residents with responsive operations, compliance, and customer service.

Role Summary
We’re seeking an experienced Landlord–Tenant Paralegal to handle court-related work for non-payment cases and related filings, primarily in Pennsylvania Magisterial District Courts (MDJ). You’ll keep our docket moving—from notice to judgment to possession—attending MDJ hearings as our authorized company representative/agent and maintaining rock-solid paperwork and timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, file, and track landlord–tenant complaints, notices, affidavits, and post-judgment documents (writs, possession).
• Coordinate service of process; maintain a precise MDJ hearing calendar and appearance schedule.
• Appear in MDJ as Empire’s authorized representative/agent; present facts, exhibits, and requested relief.
• Monitor statutory timelines (judgment, writ, possession, lockout) and escalate matters promptly.
• Keep forms, templates, and workflows aligned with PA rules and local practices; update for rule changes.
• Communicate with property managers and outside counsel (as needed for appeals).

Engagement & Compensation

• Retainer arrangement (monthly baseline covering filings and appearances)
• On-site court appearances required; prep/admin is remote
• Typical schedule aligns with MDJ calendars; occasional short-notice appearances may occur.

Compliance Note
This role appears at MDJ as Empire’s employee/authorized agent. Appeals to the Court of Common Pleas or matters requiring legal representation are coordinated with a licensed attorney.

Requirements:

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years focused on landlord–tenant or collections; MDJ experience strongly preferred.
• Comfortable speaking in court; organized and confident managing a high-volume docket.
• Familiarity with MDJ e-filing and practices in Lehigh and Northampton Counties.
• Paralegal certificate or ABA-approved paralegal program preferred.
• Strong written documentation, attention to detail, and follow-through.