Position Description: 

The Senior Paralegal completes various administrative and substantive legal support tasks independently and is responsible for performing work that requires significant knowledge of a variety of legal concepts, with limited supervision.  While not practicing law, this position will focus on supporting litigation and dispute resolution and subpoena response throughout all areas of the Ameritas enterprise. This position requires a high degree of attention to detail, organizational skills and accuracy. The ideal candidate is a lifelong learner, accountable to deadlines, proactive and a team player.

Position Location:

This is a hybrid role working partially in-office (Lincoln, NE) and partially from home.

What you do:

• Regularly act as a point of contact and interface with internal associates and business leaders, and persons outside of Ameritas, including outside counsel.
• Review, assess, and prepare reports, memoranda, letters, agreements, pleadings and other complex legal documents for attorney review.
• Receive, review and process summonses, lawsuits, complaints, subpoenas and other official legal notices served on Ameritas. 
• Monitor, track and handle various aspects of ongoing litigation and disputes, including coordinating legal holds, discovery and fact-gathering, preparing various reports, and developing, organizing and maintaining procedures for litigation.
• Coordinate, track and handle all aspects of third-party subpoena responses and other requests for information, including due diligence searches, redaction and production, and developing, organizing, and maintaining procedures for subpoena response.
• Communicate with many diverse internal departments and officers to obtain necessary information.
• Process bills, invoices, and requests for reimbursement for approval and payment, including using Legal Tracker for e-billing and matter management of litigated cases 
• Regularly handle sensitive and/or confidential materials with the utmost confidence and highest ethical standards.
• Schedule, coordinate, and participate in meetings.
• May prepare agendas, reports, and resolutions for board meetings and attorney review.

What we offer: 

A meaningful mission. Great benefits. A vibrant culture 

Ameritas is an insurance, financial services and employee benefits provider Our purpose is fulfilling life. It means helping all kinds of people, at every age and stage, get more out of life.

At Ameritas, you’ll find energizing work challenges. Flexible hybrid work options. Time for family and community. But dig deeper. Benefits at Ameritas cover things you expect -- and things you don’t: 

Ameritas Benefits

For your money: 

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and quarterly contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement and Assistance 
• Incentive Program Bonuses 
• Competitive Pay 

For your time: 

• Flexible Hybrid work
• Thrive Days - Personal time off
• Paid time off (PTO) 

For your health and well-being: 

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision 
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Well-being programs with financial rewards
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

For your professional growth: 

• Professional development programs
• Leadership development programs
• Employee resource groups
• StrengthsFinder Program

      For your community:

• Matching donations program
• Paid volunteer time– 8 hours per month

For your family: 

• Generous paid maternity leave and paternity leave
• Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance
• Backup child, elder and pet care support

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Ameritas has a reputation as a company that cares, and because everyone should feel safe bringing their authentic, whole self to work, we’re committed to an inclusive culture and diverse workplace, enriched by our individual differences. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that hires based on qualifications, positive attitude, and exemplary work ethic, regardless of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. 

• Associate degree in Paralegal studies required or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.  Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
• 2-4 years of experience in a Paralegal role required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (with an emphasis on Microsoft Excel) and internet usage required
• Litigation experience desired and preferred.
• Familiarity with or experience with Legal Tracker preferred