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Kathleen Lubienski
Paralegal And Mortgage Professional
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Diligent paralegal and mortgage professional with a robust background in resolving title issues and clearing title defects. Proven ability to navigate complex property transactions while ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards. Expertise in conducting thorough title searches and managing curative processes underscores strong analytical and problem-solving skills, contributing to seamless transaction outcomes. Committed to delivering high-quality results in fast-paced environments, fostering trust and reliability among clients and stakeholders.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Issues Management Analyst
Cenlar FSB
07.2023 - Current
- Spearheads the development and refinement of processes to ensure effective resolution of complex issues, maintaining adherence to business standards and timely closure to minimize impacts on customers and clients.
- Collaborates with IM management and stakeholders for ongoing issue monitoring, identifying underlying control deficiencies, and evaluating new issues for potential risks.
- Drives the development and implementation of Management Action Plans (MAPs) to address root causes of issues and ensure effective remediation.
- Monitors MAP progress, provides updates to management, and identifies potential barriers to meeting target dates.
- Oversees a minimum of 25 issues at a time to ensure seamless movement throughout the MAP process, from creation to completion.
Title Curative Specialist
Radian Settlement Services, Inc.
07.2021 - 12.2022
- Examined and verified 40 titles daily.
- Analyzed title documents to identify potential issues and resolve any discrepancies.
- Reduced company risk exposure through accurate identification and resolution of potential title defects.
- Resolved complex title issues by conducting in-depth legal research and consulting with subject matter experts.
- Researched ownership interests and liens on real estate properties.
- Examined land records and identified potential problems with title search results.
- Utilized various online databases and public land records to verify ownership information.
- Assisted coworkers in resolving challenging title defects, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely updates on the status of curative efforts.
- Collaborated with escrow officers, underwriters, and attorneys to ensure accurate title reports for clients.
Foreclosure Paralegal
Brock and Scott PLLC
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Researched property records and title information to provide accurate data for legal proceedings for the states of Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Florida. This included the identification of title defects such as legal description errors, incomplete chains of title, and additional liens that may affect clear title, with a 95% accuracy rate of identifying issues per yearly reviews.
- Managed a high volume of foreclosure cases, ensuring timely completion of all required tasks.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Drafted pleadings, motions, and other legal documents to facilitate smooth progression of foreclosure cases through the courts.
- Monitored case deadlines and maintained strict adherence to filing requirements, preventing costly delays or dismissals.
- Improved accuracy in legal documentation by diligently proofreading and editing materials.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing regular updates on case status and addressing concerns promptly.
Foreclosure Paralegal
Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones
03.2013 - 10.2020
- Researched property records and title information to provide accurate data for legal proceedings for the states of Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Florida. This included the identification of title defects such as legal description errors, incomplete chains of title, and additional liens that may affect clear title, with a 95% accuracy rate of identifying issues per yearly reviews.
- Managed a high volume of foreclosure cases, ensuring timely completion of all required tasks.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Drafted pleadings, motions, and other legal documents to facilitate smooth progression of foreclosure cases through the courts.
- Monitored case deadlines and maintained strict adherence to filing requirements, preventing costly delays or dismissals.
- Improved accuracy in legal documentation by diligently proofreading and editing materials.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing regular updates on case status and addressing concerns promptly.
Education
Associate of Arts - Paralegal Studies
Community College of Philadelphia
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Temple University
05.2001 -
Skills
- Legal research expertise
- Time management
- Policy analysis
- Project oversight
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Client relationship management
- Title review expertise
- Critical thinking
- Document analysis
- Professional document creation
- Strong organizational skills
- Legal research expertise
Software
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Resware
ICE (fka Black Knight)
Simplifile
Equator
Vendorscape
Timeline
Issues Management Analyst
Cenlar FSB
07.2023 - Current
Title Curative Specialist
Radian Settlement Services, Inc.
07.2021 - 12.2022
Foreclosure Paralegal
Brock and Scott PLLC
11.2020 - 06.2021
Foreclosure Paralegal
Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones
03.2013 - 10.2020
Associate of Arts - Paralegal Studies
Community College of Philadelphia
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Temple University
05.2001 -