Paralegal-I
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Amalgamated Life
White Plains, NY, US
Summary
The role involves managing delinquent firm accounts through arbitration, legal research, and the preparation of complaints and bankruptcy claims. The paralegal will also attend hearings, monitor case statuses, and communicate with union locals and attorneys.
Job Description
Responsibilities
- Using the daily statement of accounts, prepare the list of delinquent firms to be arbitrated against.
- Review and proof all pre and past arbitration documents.
- Occasional drafting of pre and post arbitration documents.
- Research and investigate the whereabouts of principals of delinquent firms.
- Prepare complaints involving personal actions for House Counsel is review and follow subsequent litigation.
- Analyze liability of delinquent firm.Legal research/non legal research.
- Gather evidence necessary to substantiate claim.
- Prepare and file bankruptcy claims and periodically update status of distribution.
- Assist in preparation of Trustees reports.
- Attend arbitration hearings.
- Monitor status of cases sent to various Local Counsels.
- Writes and answers memoranda and correspondence.
- Follows court calendar.
- Communicates with union locals and joint boards as well as contributing employees and their attorneys.
- Checks calculations of firms liability for award.
Qualifications
- Ability to work with figures/calculator.
- Knowledge of CRT,litigation,substantive law.
- Legal research.Ability to gather and apply data,communicate information clearly.
- Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines.
- College Degree.
Founded in 1943, Amalgamated Life Insurance Company, headquartered in White Plains, NY, has since grown into leading provider of comprehensive insurance solutions operating in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Working closely with plan sponsors, brokers and benefit consultants, Amalgamated Life offers an extensive suite of group insurance and voluntary benefits. Group offerings include: Term Life, Medical Stop Loss, Disability and Specialty Drug Cost Management. Its voluntary products include: Disability, Accident, Portable Term Life, Whole Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Critical Illness, Cyber Security, Dental, Hearing and Legal. All of Amalgamated Life’s solutions are characterized by effective risk protection and coverage, flexible benefit options and competitive pricing.
In addition to its strong product line-up, Amalgamated Life distinguishes itself by having achieved consecutive “A” (Excellent) Ratings from the A.M. Best Company since 1975, attesting to its strong fiscal position and claims paying abilities. Further achievements include its award-winning customer service and longstanding customers which include middle market businesses representing diverse industries, unions and associations.
Amalgamated Life is a member of the Amalgamated Family of Companies which also includes: Amalgamated Employee Benefits Administrators, a third-party administrator; Amalgamated Medical Care Management, a medical care management firm; Amalgamated Agency, a property and casualty insurance brokerage; and AliGraphics, a printing and graphics firm.
We are dedicated to helping working people and their families achieve financial security by providing affordable life, health and pension products and services while maintaining an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Founded
1943
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Insurance
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
White Plains, NY
Founded in 1943, Amalgamated Life Insurance Company, headquartered in White Plains, NY, has since grown into leading provider of comprehensive insurance solutions operating in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Working closely with plan sponsors, brokers and benefit consultants, Amalgamated Life offers an extensive suite of group insurance and voluntary benefits. Group offerings include: Term Life, Medical Stop Loss, Disability and Specialty Drug Cost Management. Its voluntary products include: Disability, Accident, Portable Term Life, Whole Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Critical Illness, Cyber Security, Dental, Hearing and Legal. All of Amalgamated Life’s solutions are characterized by effective risk protection and coverage, flexible benefit options and competitive pricing.
In addition to its strong product line-up, Amalgamated Life distinguishes itself by having achieved consecutive “A” (Excellent) Ratings from the A.M. Best Company since 1975, attesting to its strong fiscal position and claims paying abilities. Further achievements include its award-winning customer service and longstanding customers which include middle market businesses representing diverse industries, unions and associations.
Amalgamated Life is a member of the Amalgamated Family of Companies which also includes: Amalgamated Employee Benefits Administrators, a third-party administrator; Amalgamated Medical Care Management, a medical care management firm; Amalgamated Agency, a property and casualty insurance brokerage; and AliGraphics, a printing and graphics firm.
We are dedicated to helping working people and their families achieve financial security by providing affordable life, health and pension products and services while maintaining an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Founded
1943
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Insurance
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
White Plains, NY
