Description
Bush Gottlieb, a workers’ rights law firm, is looking to hire a specialist to join the firm’s employee benefits’ practice. This position is responsible for reviewing and determining the qualified status of Domestic Relations Orders (DROs) in accordance with the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) and our clients’ pension plan documents. The ideal candidate will have experience working with retirement plans and a strong understanding of the legal compliance requirements for Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs).
Actual salary will depend on relevant candidate knowledge, skills and experience. In addition, our generous compensation package includes health, dental, vision, parking, 401k, and life insurance benefits. Bonuses are awarded on an annual basis and employees receive 12 paid holidays per year in addition to paid time off. After passing 90-day probation period, this is a hybrid position with 4 days per week in office and 1 day remote.
Requirements
Responsibilities
Review DROs submitted for qualification under applicable retirement plans.
Communicate with plan participants, alternate payees, attorneys, and clients regarding proposed DROs and the QDRO qualification process.
Draft correspondence explaining deficiencies in proposed orders and suggest appropriate revisions.
Assist in developing and maintaining QDRO procedures.
Organize and maintain accurate records and files.
Qualifications
College education and/or Paralegal certification preferred.
3+ years of specialist, paralegal or legal assistant experience working with QDROs or retirement plan administration.
Working knowledge of ERISA and other laws affecting retirement plans.
Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple files with competing deadlines.
Strong organizational and writing skills.
Ability to communicate and present information effectively and professionally.
Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, pdf programs, and document management systems.
