About The Position
The Bankruptcy Team Member I is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of a portfolio of active bankruptcy loans. This oversight includes working independently to track and organize member bankruptcy filings including completing and filing necessary legal documents in a timely manner and recommending strategies to be implemented on bankrupt accounts. Work with members and bankruptcy trustees to determine/reaffirm account status and work with attorneys when necessary to resolve issues and implement strategies.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a paralegal or creditor-side knowledge of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy strongly preferred
- Previous consumer, default or bankruptcy experience preferred to include dealing with legal documents
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to perform multiple tasks and meet critical deadlines while maintaining accuracy and quality
- Well organized, effective time management, prioritize and manage workload for optimum efficiency
- Strong command of Microsoft Office, particularly with Microsoft Excel
- You must reside in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, or Connecticut.
Responsibilities
- Receive and record all bankruptcy notifications.
- File all necessary bankruptcy documents to protect DCU’s interests with the bankruptcy court, i.e., proof of claims, reaffirmation agreements, etc.
- Record pertinent information in all applicable systems and software(s) to maintain accurate and current records in order to monitor Chapter 7, 11, 12 or 13 cases.
- Review and recommend relief from stay’s on real estate and consumer loan in conjunction with counsel’s recommendation
- Recommend objections to plan filings and stripping of liens on all loans
- Review delinquent bankrupt loans to determine charge-off
- Work with member’s attorney and bankruptcy trustees as necessary.
- Attend bankruptcy hearings and other legal proceedings, representing DCU as required.
- Stay current on bankruptcy laws and regulations
- Read and interpret all legal documents, motions, dockets, loan documents etc., as well as borrower trustee, investor and attorney correspondence.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
