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Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

•Manage, monitor and track litigated files which include but are not limited to contested, title, mediated and bankruptcy proceedings • Research and evaluate findings by attorneys or business partners • Work with clients and servicing systems to retrieve and provide documentation and loan-level data to outside counsel •Evaluate reports and research risk and potential risk of legal documentation • Assist with processing and payment of outside counsel invoices • Support in-house counsel, on research projects regarding servicing issues and pre-litigation customer disputes • Receive lawsuits and formulate strategy with attorney • Monitor progress of litigation with attorney and keep management up to date • Organize case materials and research to be presented to upper management • Deliver presentations on escalated cases to upper management • Assist in training other specialists, as needed • Assist in writing policy and procedures • Monitor and track title litigated files consisting of contested, title, mediated and bankruptcy proceedings • Perform other related duties as required and assigned

New Jersey, United States

• Ensures outside counsel is in compliance with established policies and procedures related to bankruptcy filings. • QC Chapters 7,11and, 13 claims prepared by outside counsel.• Complete weekly meetings using feedback of compiled data that are analyzed and reports prepared based on findings, and if needed, refer for coaching and counseling.• Point of contact for vendor escalations. • Create daily reports, distribute them to vendors, and complete audit reports to make sure SLAs are maintained.• Analyze escrow analysis, modifications, APOC, PPFN, and other legal affidavits required to protect the best interest of the company. • Identify and advise management of process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.• Orchestrate system/technology improvements with all lines of business and ensure compliance task list, process flow, and action plan adhering to all company regulations.

Arlington, Tx

Responsible for performing loan level servicing reviews on residential loan pool acquisitions by utilizing servicing notes, court pleadings and public records. Collect and reviews FCL/BK, eviction and loss mitigation activities of loan servicers and law firm vendors through exception reports to ensure timely and efficient completion of all default servicing processes. Correspond with the loan servicers and law firm vendors to request information for investor reporting. Provides timely and accurate information, documents and instructions to loan servicers and law firm vendors to ensure appropriate and efficient resolution of default servicing processes are completed. Identifies opportunities and advise management of process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy. Actively participate in system/technology related projects such as design, analysis, testing, and implementation aspects of enhancements made to the Due Diligence System

Irving, Texas

Responsible for initial, annual and out of cycle escrow analysis on Bankruptcy accounts. Resolved tax research issues including; tax disbursements, sales, delinquencies, incorrect legal descriptions, parcels and tax title issues. Reconciled data files for insurance exceptions including; lender place coverage, disbursements, cancellations, insufficient coverage and miscellaneous vendor research. Respond to escalated research, audits and compliance request within specific SLA. Performed reconciliation audits to ensure standards are met and identify process breakdowns. Developed and implemented new processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.

Irving, Texas

Managed an assigned portfolio for private investors on performing and non-performing assets. Audited bankruptcy accounts and completed comprehensive payment histories on acquired loans. Ensured Proof of Claims and Motions for Relief were filed within required timeframes. Completed discharge audits upon notification of pending case closing. Worked closely with outside attorneys to handle legal actions and litigated accounts. Worked closely with customers to resolve disputes, answer questions and identified loss mitigation opportunities. Prepared associated task report for monthly compliance.

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

Handled a portfolio of FHA, FNMA and FHLMC mediated and escalated loans. Evaluated and analyzed loss mitigation alternatives with delinquent borrowers such as repayment plans, special forbearance and modifications. Researched and handled executive escalations, title issues and possible litigated matters with lenders and attorneys. Periodically took mediation calls to discuss loan history and retention options with borrowers, their attorneys, court mediators and servicing attorneys. Liaison between bankruptcy and loss mitigation to ensure all mediation matters were addressed timely.

Irving, Texas

Monitored bankruptcy loans for delinquency. Prepared and reviewed team reports for compliance. Processed daily incoming mail and checks. Browsed assigned portfolio to obtain any irregularities in accounts that may have gone undetected in the monthly exception reports. Detailed research of loans to prevent future losses. Daily inbound and outbound calls assisting customers with all escalated bankruptcy related issues, including title, escrow and payment issues. Assist the outsource area with motion for relief, proof of claims and managing attorney compliance. Duties also included updating/correcting outages and maintaining investor reports on Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae loans. Reviewed assigned accounts such as soldiers and sailors, fraud, and newly acquired loans. Trained new employees and attended sub-committee meetings within the company and outside to discuss industry changes or updated policies and procedures.

Bachelor'S Degree, Legal Assistant/Paralegal, 3.5

Activities and Societies: Student Paralegal Association

Associate Of Science - As, Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Activities and Societies: Student Paralegal Association, Member-Sigma Alpha Pi

Associate Degree, Business Administration And Management, General