Remote Legal Secretary Jobs in Rochester, NY (NOW HIRING)

The Company

Friedman Vartolo LLP is a fast-growing, New York-based law firm specializing in real estate and default services, with over 300 employees providing top-tier legal services to our clients in seven states. While our legal expertise sets us apart, it's our mindset that drives us forward. We bring a fresh, fast-paced energy that drives our momentum and shapes how we approach every challenge.

We are a company that chooses to dig deeper, solving problems at the root instead of settling for surface fixes. Here, there are no passengers because every individual adds value, owns outcomes, and moves the firm forward. With an underdog mentality, we embrace constant elevation, always sharpening, always climbing, and never coasting. When challenges come, we row together and lean in as one team to get the job done, no matter what.

The Position

The Boarding Paralegal will be responsible for managing the initial stages of foreclosure cases, including data input, document review, and file management. This role involves ensuring that loan data is accurately entered into CaseAware and other systems, processing status changes, and managing incoming mail. Experience with BKFS/Tempo and a background in both foreclosure and bankruptcy is preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and establish new case files and ensure proper organization and categorization of all associated documents.
• Review loan documents received to verify completeness and determine if additional documents are required.
• Input client and case information in the firm's case management system, while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
• Process and update file status changes, ensuring accurate record-keeping.
• Categorize and process incoming mail related to foreclosure and bankruptcy cases.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred but relevant experience in the industry will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in default services, with experience in both foreclosure and bankruptcy preferred.
• Proficiency in CaseAware and familiarity with BKFS/Tempo is highly desirable.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Capability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

Compensation/Benefits

We offer a compensation package that will be commensurate with experience and a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, flex spending, 401k and gym/fitness membership reimbursement.

ADA Compliance

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Friedman Vartolo to provide reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for Friedman Vartolo. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact Recruitment at recruitment@friedmanvartolo.com to request an accommodations.

Location

This position can be remote.