Freelance Legal Word Processor Jobs in Addison, TX

Aldridge Pite, LLP is a multi-state law firm that focuses heavily on the utilization of technology to create work flow synergies with its clients and business partners. Aldridge Pite is a full-service provider of legal services to depository and non-depository financial institutions including banks, credit unions, mortgage servicing concerns, institutional investors, private firms, and other commercial clients. Aldridge Pite is dedicated to providing best-in-class representation across all of its Practice Areas through its unwavering subscription to three fundamental tenets: Partnership, Integrity, and Innovation. 

Purpose

The National Bankruptcy Processor is responsible for protecting the client’s interest by reviewing loans for possible legal action and taking all necessary actions to protect client’s interest without individual requests from the client.

Specific Duties, Activities and Responsibilities

• Motions for Relief: Specialist will prepare referrals for Motions for Relief and assist firm with any figures and documents required to proceed with the necessary legal action.
• Specialist will be required to review delinquent accounts and case disposition to determine appropriate action to take. Accounts must be audited and a ledger must be prepared to ensure all funds were received and applied correctly. Loan must be reviewed until the Motion is resolved. If a Stipulation is negotiated, specialist will be required to monitor compliance with the Stipulation and refer additional legal action as necessary.
• Impediments: Specialist must review loans immediately upon receipt for any items needed to proceed with account adjustments or legal action. Specialist will refer to jurisdictional requirements to confirm what items are required to proceed with required legal action. Frequent follow up and escalation for impediments is required until resolution. Specialist will have to be comfortable reviewing prior servicer histories and escrow analyses.
• Title Review: Specialist must be able to review mortgages, assignments, notes and allonges and determine any missing gaps in the chain of title.
• ECF Mail/AACER: Specialist will be required to review electronic mail from the court. All mail must be thoroughly reviewed and notated in firm’s system and client’s system. Specialist must be able to determine and proceed with any action needed in response to court mail received.
• Ensure local counsel has all necessary information to complete various notices and filings.
• Move all non-active files quickly through to closing.
• Review and interpret client systems and update data per client’s expectations.
• Regularly monitor reports that are generated in our system to ensure that files are handled smoothly and timely.
• Regularly monitor reports that are generated by the client’s system to ensure that files are handled smoothly and timely.
• Participate in company-sponsored educational seminars.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma required, Bachelor Degree preferred
• Two or more years of experience in the bankruptcy and/or Mortgage Servicing arena. Proven track record of dependability and punctuality required.
• Usage of LPS is required; must be familiar with all Facets of LPS, including LPS Intercoms, LPS Reports, and LPS/ Client Directives.
• Must possess basic understanding of the fundamentals of Chapter 7, 11, and 13 Bankruptcies.
• Must be proficient with numbers and basic accounting.
• Must be proficient in software tools including but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook and the Internet

General Competency Factors

• Must be proficient in software tools, including but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook, and the Internet.
• Must possess strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Must provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers
• Identifies and solves issues in a timely manner.
• Must be a team player and willing to help others in their department whenever necessary.
• Must be extremely organized and be able to multi-task.
• Conscientious with respect to work completion, deadlines, time management and attendance.
• Takes initiative in face of obstacles and identifies what needs to be done and takes action.
• Demonstrates commitment to Firm’s vision, mission, and core values.
• Analytical and detail oriented, while working at a fast pace and capable of multi-tasking.
• Develops professional relationships and builds rapport with others.
• Overall good work ethic and willingness to adapt to change.

In addition to remote work for most positions, we offer a comprehensive benefit program including:  

• Company Paid Life and Disability Insurance plans 
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans with Prescription coverage
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible scheduling (within reason, depending on position)
• Generous PTO plan for all full-time employees
• Full equipment station at no cost for remote employees, including dual monitors
• Employee Assistance Plan, offering free 24/7 counseling and consulting services to support emotional health and wellbeing
• Wellness programs and employee discounts
• Learning and development training opportunities for both personal and professional growth
• And so much more!

Aldridge Pite, LLP is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.