Paralegal

Miami Neuroscience Institute Baptist Health South Florida; United States; Remote; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company seeks a paralegal to manage legal records related to policy ownership and beneficiaries. The role involves interpreting legal documents, educating teams, and ensuring clear documentation. With over 3 years of experience in legal settings, you will assist in the smooth operation of legal matters within the organization.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a paralegal.
• Experience with probate matters and legal proceedings.
• Familiarity with federal bankruptcy laws.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret legal documents such as powers of attorney and divorce decrees.
• Educate internal teams on beneficiary arrangements.
• Collaborate with company attorneys on documentation.

Skills

Legal document interpretation

Ownership arrangement knowledge

Collaboration with attorneys

Education

Paralegal certificate

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description:
As a paralegal supporting one of our life insurance clients, you will be responsible for updating legal records related to policy ownership, beneficiaries and ownership assignments. This role involves reviewing legal documents, interpreting their impact on policy arrangements and accelerating service delivery as the company continues to grow.

Responsibilities:

• Review and interpret legal documents such as powers of attorney, conservatorship and guardianship orders, divorce decrees, QDROs and bankruptcy filings.
• Support operational teams by applying legal documentation appropriately to ownership and beneficiary records.
• Educate internal teams on the implications of various ownership and beneficiary arrangements.
• Provide documentation guidance to ensure clear and effective records for future reference.
• Collaborate with company attorneys and other departments as needed.

• 3+ of years of experience as a paralegal
• Paralegal certificate, associate degree, bachelor's degree or equivalent applicable experience
• Experience with probate matters and related legal proceedings, including preparation and filing of petitions for probate
• Experience assisting with wills, trusts, powers of attorney, QDROs and guardianship or conservatorship documents
• Familiarity with federal bankruptcy laws and regulations
• Understanding of state probate laws and regulations
• Knowledge of state trusts and estates laws, including basic estate tax principles
• Understanding of state laws and regulations governing divorce