GINA CASTILLE
Buckeye,AZ
Summary
Detail-oriented real estate and title professional with extensive experience in title review, curative processes, right-of-way research, document control, and property analysis. Proven ability to resolve complex title issues, support lending decisions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments. Adept at maintaining accuracy, ensuring compliance, and improving workflow efficiency across real estate, utility, and financial sectors.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Title Review Specialist
Western Alliance Bank
02.2026 - Current
- Review title commitments, reports, and supporting documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Review title chain to confirm ownership, clear title, and first-lien position.
- Identify liens, encumbrances, defects, and other issues impacting title clearance.
- Verify legal descriptions and property data to ensure compliance.
- Coordinate with Credit Analysis to determine borrowing base for clients.
- Maintain a curative title report to support accurate borrowing-base calculations.
- Coordinate with title officers, underwriters, escrow teams, and external partners to resolve discrepancies.
- Prepare documentation and recommendations to support clear-to-close decisions.
- Maintain high accuracy while managing multiple files in a deadline-driven environment.
Document Specialist
Randstad - Burns & McDonnell
04.2025 - 01.2026
- Managed document control processes for engineering and construction projects.
- Created and maintained project documentation using electronic filing systems.
- Ensured compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
- Researched property ownership, encroachments, and easements for Right-of-Way.
- Created line lists for projects using GIS tools.
- Streamlined workflows by improving document tracking systems.
- Prepared contracts and closing documentation.
- Assisted in developing document management procedures.
- Coordinated pre-construction activities to ensure project readiness.
Right of Way Agent / Specialist
Southern California Edison
08.2021 - 01.2025
- Determined property rights for real estate assets owned by the utility.
- Applied for and acquired permits, easements, and licenses.
- Coordinated construction activities to ensure project readiness.
- Managed removal of encroachments, infractions, and debris.
- Assessed fee-owned and licensed properties for erosion, environmental risks, and safety issues.
- Collaborated with legal teams and local government to ensure compliance with right-of-way policies.
- Conducted property research to support acquisitions and easement negotiations.
- Negotiated access agreements, licenses, and leases with landowners.
Title Curative Specialist
States Title / DOMA
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Cleared judgments, liens, and title clouds by obtaining and reviewing required documents.
- Resolved title issues to ensure clear ownership during real estate transactions.
- Conducted detailed document reviews to eliminate obstacles affecting title clarity.
Title Curative Specialist
OS National, LLC
07.2019 - 04.2021
- Resolved title issues during real estate transactions.
- Reviewed and obtained documents to clear judgments, liens, and clouds on title.
- Advised customers on steps needed to resolve title complications.
- Evaluated contracts for title requirements and contingencies.
- Coordinated with title vendors via email and phone.
- Compiled accurate reports based on reviewed information.
- Analyzed surveys for easements, encroachments, and right-of-way access.
- Verified legal descriptions for accuracy and compliance.
Title Coordinator
Old Republic Title Company
04.2018 - 07.2019
- Coordinated title clearance to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Collaborated with multiple parties to resolve title issues.
- Reviewed title details to prepare preliminary settlement statements.
- Prepared affidavits and closing documents.
- Obtained necessary documents from clients and abstractors.
- Organized documents for county recording.
- Ensured timely delivery of essential documents.
Title Claim Specialist
Altisource
09.2017 - 03.2018
- Reviewed and processed insurance coverage claims.
- Secured required information while adhering to legal policies and regulations.
- Conducted due diligence to approve or deny claims.
- Coordinated communication between stakeholders.
- Ordered payouts and issued payments following determinations.
- Maintained accurate spreadsheets for claims and billing.
Escrow Assistant
Old Republic Title Company
07.2017 - 09.2017
- Supported opening, closing, and maintenance of escrow accounts.
- Processed orders and entered closing statements.
- Interpreted earnest money agreements and prepared transaction documents.
- Communicated title exceptions and requirements to clients.
Title Curative Specialist
OS National, LLC
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Resolved title issues by obtaining and reviewing documents for judgments and liens.
- Advised clients on actions needed to address title challenges.
- Reviewed contracts for compliance with title requirements.
- Coordinated with vendors to gather documentation.
- Compiled and reviewed information for client reports.
- Assessed surveys for easements and encroachments.
- Verified legal descriptions for accuracy.
- Trained new hires on department protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
University of Phoenix
Ontario, CA09-2012
Associate of Science - Human Services
University of Phoenix
San Bernardino, CA09-2009
Skills
- Title review and curative processes
- Property research and chain-of-title analysis
- Right-of-way research and acquisition
- Geospatial analysis (GIS)
- Regulatory and compliance documentation
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Multitasking and prioritization
- Communication and cross-team collaboration
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking
Timeline
Title Review Specialist
Western Alliance Bank
02.2026 - Current
Document Specialist
Randstad - Burns & McDonnell
04.2025 - 01.2026
Right of Way Agent / Specialist
Southern California Edison
08.2021 - 01.2025
Title Curative Specialist
States Title / DOMA
04.2021 - 08.2021
Title Curative Specialist
OS National, LLC
07.2019 - 04.2021
Title Coordinator
Old Republic Title Company
04.2018 - 07.2019
Title Claim Specialist
Altisource
09.2017 - 03.2018
Escrow Assistant
Old Republic Title Company
07.2017 - 09.2017
Title Curative Specialist
OS National, LLC
08.2014 - 06.2017
Associate of Science - Human Services
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
University of Phoenix