Member Assistance Legal Specialist

Credit Union 1 Alaska; Anchorage (AK); Hybrid; USD 38.000 - 59.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health & Wellness

Financial Security

Additional benefits

Zusammenfassung

Credit Union 1 Alaska in Anchorage is seeking a MA Legal Specialist to manage bankruptcy, probate, and legal accounts for the Member Assistance team. You will ensure accurate records, timely follow-up, and professional communication with members, attorneys, and other parties.

The role requires strong judgment and curiosity to navigate complex situations, with a hybrid work schedule offered. The position entails legal actions, court representations, and ongoing compliance with relevant laws and

Qualifikationen

• 2-year degree in legal studies or paralegal certificate required; at least 2 years as paralegal, legal secretary or similar.
• Financial institution experience preferred.
• Knowledge of bankruptcy, probate, court proceedings and court representation; SCRA knowledge required.
• Strong clerical, communication and organizational skills.
• Compliance with BSA/AML, OFAC and related regulations.

Aufgaben

• Review bankruptcy proceedings, file proof of claim and related actions with timely follow-up.
• Initiate claims against estates in probate and work with executor to satisfy obligations.
• Communicate with members, attorneys and parties in writing, in person or by phone.
• Monitor accounts and logs; process payments for accounts in bankruptcy or legal status.
• Update account information promptly for changes in address, name, phone, or legal actions.
• Initiate legal actions as needed and see them through to completion.
• Represent the credit union at court hearings when required.
• Prepare lists of accounts for process servers for executions and garnishments.
• Monitor court distribution inbox and calendar trial dates; log documents into OnBase.
• Coordinate notifications from executions and meet filing deadlines to obtain funds.

Kenntnisse

Bankruptcy knowledge

Probate procedures

Court representation

Legal research

Ausbildung

2-year degree in legal studies or paralegal certificate

Tools

OnBase

Jobbeschreibung

• Pay or shift range: $27.64 USD to $42.63 USD
  At Credit Union 1, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and transparent workplace. The salary range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons. In line with our salary administration policy, starting base salaries for new hires typically fall in-between the minimum and midpoint of the designated pay range.

Description

The MA Legal Specialist processes and accurately manages all aspects of bankruptcy, probate, and legal accounts for the Member Assistance team, ensuring accurate records, timely follow-up, and resolution of pending matters. Communicates with members and other parties with care, professionalism, and respect while taking ownership and seeking thoughtful solutions. Uses sound judgement and curiosity to navigate complex situations, improve outcomes, and support the department, our members, and the communities we serve.

This position is open to a hybrid work schedule.

Pay Range: $27.64/hr. - $42.63/hr.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• In Bankruptcy proceedings, review Schedule of Assets and Liabilities when applicable. Take necessary steps to file Proof of Claim, Reaffirmations, Relief of Stay, etc. as needed, and maintain timely follow up on all actions.
• In Probate cases initiates claims against Estates and works with Executor or Personal Representative to satisfy deceased members’ obligations to the credit union.
• Communicates with members, attorneys and other interested parties in a timely, accurate and courteous manner in writing, in person or by telephone.
• Monitors accounts, maintains appropriate logs and processes payments as needed for all accounts in bankruptcy or legal status.
• Updates account information as to address, name changes, telephone number changes, any legal action etc., in a timely and accurate manner.
• Initiates all appropriate legal action as necessary and follows through to completion.
• Represents the credit union at all court hearings when needed.
• Periodically prepares a list of accounts for the Process Server for all accounts deemed ready for executions and PFD garnishment.
• Actively monitors the court electronic distribution inbox. Calendars trial dates, and logs documents into OnBase as needed.
• Coordinates notifications from executions, and ensures court deadlines are met for filing appropriate paperwork to obtain funds from executions.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Communicates all potential problems to the Member Assistance Senior Staff.
• Meets the current standards as established for the department in the completion of all assigned duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Keeps knowledge current on Bankruptcy laws and legal proceedings by completing continuing education courses or classes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A 2-year degree in legal studies or paralegal certificate is required; with at least 2 years working as a paralegal, legal secretary or similar is also required. Additional work experience will be accepted in lieu of education requirement.
• Financial institution experience is preferred.
• Must have working knowledge of bankruptcy, probate, court proceedings and have experience in court representation. Knowledge in SCRA regulations is also required.
• Must have good clerical, communication and organizational skills.
• Responsible for abiding with the policy for compliance in all Bankruptcy, Fair Debt Collection, Bank Secrecy Act and anti-money laundering laws and regulations (BSA/AML),FCRA as well as the policy for compliance with office of foreign assets control laws and regulations (OFAC).

BENEFITS AT CU1:
At Credit Union 1, we believe in life balance, which means supporting our employees both at work and when away. Eligible positions enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote overall wellbeing- financially, professionally and personally.
Health & Wellness
Credit Union 1 offers employees multiple medical plans to choose from, including PPOs and HSA-qualified plans, as well as dental, vision, and services to support overall mental and physical health.
Financial Security
Employees and their families are supported in life planning with employer-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and AD&D coverage. Voluntary plans are offered to cover critical illness, accidents, and hospital indemnity expenses. Employees participate in 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions and profit-sharing contributions.
Additional benefits support our employees' lifestyle and family, with generous paid time off, access to CU1's accredited early learning center in Anchorage, Alaska, employee loan and mortgage discounts, education assistance, volunteerism and community engagement opportunities within the communities we serve.

Only applicants who meet the minimum requirements for the position will be considered for an interview. This position is open until filled and may close early due to the amount of applications.

Please note: Credit Union 1 does not provide