Legal Assistant III - Title (Abstractor/Examiner)

LOGS Legal Group LLP has an exciting ONSITE opportunity for a Legal Assistant who has direct experience with Title Examination to join our Louisiana team!  

POSITION DETAIL:

• Job title: Legal Assistant III (Abstractor/Examiner)


• Location: Onsite


• Position status: Full Time


• FLSA status: Non-Exempt (hourly)


• Scheduled hours: 8:00- 4:30 PM (local time)

WHO WE ARE:

For nearly half a century, LOGS has stood as a pioneer in the creditors’ rights industry. With deep-rooted legal expertise across local markets and the strength of national resources, we remain committed to innovation and progress. Today, we are embracing the future, leveraging technology and exploring the power of artificial intelligence to reimagine legal services and deliver next-generation client experiences. From default servicing to real estate, our evolving service offerings continue to reflect our forward-thinking approach and our strong partnerships with some of the most respected banking institutions in the country.

WORKING FOR LOGS

The LOGS Employee: Our employee population ranges from those just beginning their careers at LOGS to individuals who have been with the organization for decades. We pride ourselves in exploring applicants with experience from all walks of life, both personal and professional. Our organization’s goal is to provide an environment that supports contributions from all levels, values diversity and fosters inclusivity. One of the strongest ways in which we work to accomplish this goal is through hiring qualified candidates that share in our vision for creating collaborative and accepting work environment. 

Our Core Values: Our success is attributed to many factors, one of which is our Core Values that live through our teams and our work product. A successful LOGS team member embraces these values and ensures they are representing these core values whenever they are working on behalf of the organization. 

Regardless of which role you are applying for, the following characteristics should speak to what you bring with you to the organization. These characteristics align with our Core Values and all employees are expected to embody them!

• Highly Focused on Results: Characteristics - Responsive, efficient, results orientated, data and deadline driven, problem solver, positive approach, detail oriented, hardworking, reliable.


• Understand the Value of Reputation: Characteristics - Accountable, words match your actions, superior customer focus, strong interpersonal skills, honest, attentiveness, professionalism.


• We” Focused: Characteristics - Supportive, positive, helpful, humble, team player, respectful, open and honest, constructive communicator, values the team higher than the individual, composed, assumes the best.


• Drive to Innovate: Characteristics - Growth minded, flexible, curious, embrace change, values continuous improvement.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Our Benefit Offerings: The following benefit offerings are available to eligible employees who wish to enroll in coverage.

• Medical coverage


• HSA with quarterly employer contributions


• Dental coverage


• Vision coverage


• Group Life insurance*


• Supplemental Life Insurance plans


• Long and Short Term Disability


• First Stop Health for all employees*


• Legal Service benefit for all employees


• Hospital and accident indemnity coverage


• National discount programs for all employees*


• 401k with employer matching


• PTO* (Accrual based)

* = No cost benefit

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Purpose of this Role:  The Title Examiner is responsible for searching, analyzing, and rendering opinions on the state of title for properties within the default servicing and lender services portfolio. This role serves as the diagnostic foundation of the title process, identifying breaks in chain, and defects that must be addressed before a file can move forward through the foreclosure, REO, or disposition pipeline. 

Value to the Team:  The Title Examiner is the first line of quality control in the default title workflow. By delivering accurate, thorough title opinions early in the process, this role prevents downstream delays, protects the team from uninsurable title situations, and gives the curative team a clear and actionable roadmap. A strong examiner reduces re-work, shortens cycle times, and keeps pipelines moving efficiently. 

Organizational Impact: Accurate title examination directly protects the organization's ability to close, insure, and dispose of assets on schedule. Errors or omissions at the examination stage can result in delayed REO sales, failed closings, underwriter claims, and lender liability exposure. This role is a critical risk management function that safeguards both the organization's reputation and its financial performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Order, review, and analyze title searches including tax, judgment, lien, and vesting reports


• Trace and verify the chain of title to a marketable root in accordance with state guidelines and requirements


• Identify all encumbrances, open mortgages, junior liens, HOA liens, judgments, lis pendens, and other clouds on title


• Produce title commitments and preliminary title reports documenting all exceptions and requirements


• Review default documentation to confirm lender standing and proper assignment chains


• Flag title issues that may affect timelines and communicate findings to the curative and legal teams


• Coordinate with legal servicers, and underwriters on complex title matters


• Maintain accurate records and meet productivity and quality benchmarks within established SLAs


• Stay current on state-specific title standards, underwriter guidelines, and default servicing regulations

Qualifications: Please note, applicants should have direct experience working with title examination.

Qualifications:

• Experience:  Minimum 2–3 years of title examination experience required, preferably in a Louisiana default servicing or lender services environment


• Knowledge:  Working knowledge of foreclosure processes, REO disposition, and lender title requirements.


• Skills: Strong analytical and attention-to-detail skills and ability to meet deadlines and manage a high-volume pipeline


• Technical Proficiency:  Familiarity with title search platforms and county/state recording systems


• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with multiple states and an understanding of judicial vs. non-judicial foreclosure distinctions


• Familiarity with title production software and/or comfortability working within case management systems


• Prior experience working with major title underwriters (Fidelity, First American, Stewart, Old Republic)


• Notary certification (state-dependent)


• Exposure to CFPB, RESPA, and applicable state regulatory requirements

Conditions of Work:

• Ability to sit or stand for long periods.


• Ability to remain focused for extended periods.


• Ability to work on computers for a significant portion of the day.


• Ability to perform repetitive movements as required for positions (Typing, clicking, swiveling).


• Ability to lift 10-20 pounds as needed.

Our firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please indicate same when responding to this posting. This employer participates in E-Verify. All newly hired employees are required to complete the I-9 form and provide documentation of identity and work eligibility.