Job Description

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Title Examiner to join our Default Legal Services team. The ideal candidate has prior experience working at a default law firm, loan servicer, or title company providing default-related title services, and demonstrates deep knowledge of chain-of-title analysis, curative work, and the foreclosure/default lifecycle. This position is based in Jacksonville, Florida; strong candidates may qualify for remote or hybrid arrangements depending on experience and demonstrated ability to operate independently.

Key responsibilities

1. Perform detailed title examinations for default matters (foreclosure, REO, bankruptcy, loss mitigation), including chain-of-title review and identification of defects, liens, encumbrances, easements, judgments, and other title issues.
2. Prepare clear, actionable title reports/commitments, examiner's reports, and curative exception lists tailored for default counsel and loan servicers.
3. Recommend and draft curative instruments, title affidavits, and other closing/curative documents for attorney review.
4. Coordinate and communicate directly with default attorneys, loan servicers, clients, and closing agents to resolve title issues and obtain required documentation.
5. Order and interpret payoff statements, tax searches, UCC filings, probate records, and municipal liens; confirm priorities and lien release satisfaction.
6. Maintain and research title plant records and public records (online and in-courthouse) as needed; perform courthouse visits when required.
7. Support litigation and document production for defaults, including preparing exhibits and providing title-related testimony or declarations when necessary.
8. Ensure compliance with firm procedures, client/servicer requirements, and applicable Florida real estate and default law.
9. Maintain accurate case notes, billing time entries (if applicable), and workflow in firm case management/title systems.
10. Identify title/documentation issues that would prevent an agency or investor from accepting a conveyance (e.g., missing endorsements, defective assignments, unresolved liens, probate/bankruptcy issues, occupancy inconsistencies) and recommend and implement curative steps.
11. Prepare and assemble conveyance/REO packages for government agencies (HUD/FHA, VA, USDA, etc.), including required affidavits, certifications, title affidavits, payoff and lien releases, tax certificates, proof of service and notice, and closing paperwork.

Required qualifications

1. Mandatory: Prior experience at a default law firm, loan servicer, or title company providing default-related title services.
2. Minimum 3 years of title examination experience with a heavy focus on default/foreclosure matters (or commensurate experience).
3. Strong working knowledge of Florida real estate recording statutes, foreclosure process, priority rules, and common curative measures.
4. Demonstrated ability to prepare title commitments/examiner's reports and recommend curative actions.
5. Proven accuracy, exceptional attention to detail, and ability to work under deadlines.
6. Proficiency with title search software and public-record platforms; familiarity with systems such as RamQuest, SoftPro, TitleExpress, or equivalents preferred.
7. Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to explain complex title issues clearly to attorneys and clients.
8. Reliable internet connection and suitable home-office setup if working remotely; ability to travel locally to courthouses and recorders when required.
9. Authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred qualifications

1. Paralegal certificate, associate degree, or relevant licensing/certification in title/real estate.
2. Experience in Florida-specific default title curative and foreclosure market.
3. Prior experience interacting directly with loan servicers and default-investor requirements (e.g., handling investor-specific endorsements/exceptions).
4. Familiarity with document preparation for closings and REO conveyances.

Competencies & soft skills

1. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
2. Organized, self-motivated, and able to handle multiple matters simultaneously.
3. Strong customer-service orientation; comfortable interfacing with clients, servicers, and outside counsel.
4. High ethical standards and strict confidentiality with client and borrower information.

Compensation & benefits

1. Competitive salary (commensurate with experience).
2. Benefits package may include medical/dental/vision, 401(k) or retirement options, paid time off, professional development, and remote-work flexibility-details to be provided at offer.
3. (Optional for firm) Bonus/commission structure for throughput or quality metrics.

How to apply

Please submit:

1. Resume highlighting default-related title experience.
2. A brief cover letter describing relevant default/foreclosure title work (curative examples welcome).
3. Two professional references (supervisor or client/vendor preferred).

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