Paralegal

About Us:

We are a leading provider of medical laboratory services, dedicated to delivering high-quality diagnostic information to healthcare professionals. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and patient care drives everything we do. We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Paralegal to join our legal team and support our growing litigation needs.

Job Summary:

The Paralegal will play a crucial role in supporting the legal team with all aspects of litigation and dispute resolution related to the operations of our medical laboratory. This position requires a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive individual who can manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of legal processes, excellent research and communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments within the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Litigation Support:

• Case Management: Assist attorneys in managing litigation cases from inception to resolution, including case tracking, document management, and maintaining case files.
• Discovery: Coordinate and manage the discovery process, including drafting, reviewing, and responding to discovery requests, subpoenas, and document production.
• Court Filings: Prepare and file legal documents with state and federal courts, ensuring compliance with court rules and deadlines.
• Legal Research: Conduct legal research on relevant laws, regulations, and case precedents to support litigation strategies and case preparation.
• Pleadings and Motions: Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents under the supervision of attorneys.
• Depositions: Organize and prepare for depositions, including scheduling, coordinating with witnesses, and managing exhibits.
• Trial Preparation: Assist in trial preparation, including organizing trial binders, preparing exhibits, coordinating witness logistics, and attending trial as needed.

Document Management:

• Calendaring and Record Keeping: Maintain organized and up-to-date case files, calendaring deadlines, and organizing electronic and physical documents.
• Document Review: Review and analyze documents for relevance, privilege, and confidentiality.
• Database Management: Utilize litigation support software and databases to manage and track documents, evidence, and case-related information.

Communication and Coordination:

• Client Interaction: Serve as a liaison between attorneys, clients, and external parties, ensuring effective communication and coordination.
• Interdepartmental Collaboration: Collaborate with various departments within the organization, including compliance, risk management, and operations, to gather information and support litigation efforts.
• Meeting Coordination: Schedule and coordinate meetings, conference calls, and other litigation-related events.

Compliance and Risk Management:

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies related to litigation and dispute resolution.
• Risk Mitigation: Assist in identifying and mitigating potential legal risks associated with the laboratory’s operations.
• Policy Development: Support the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to litigation and legal compliance.

Administrative Support:

• Administrative Tasks: Provide general administrative support to the legal team, including managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and handling correspondence.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Minimum Associates degree in paralegal studies or Certified Paralegal (NFPA’s PCCE or PACE).
• Minimum of 5 years experience as a litigation paralegal.
• Must have experience working for a healthcare law firm or medical laboratory setting. Will consider candidates working for health insurance companies.

Skills and Competencies:

• Legal Knowledge: Strong understanding of legal processes, court procedures, and litigation practices.
• Research Skills: Proficient in legal research using online databases and legal research tools.
• Writing Skills: Excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to draft clear and concise legal documents.
• Organizational Skills: Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Calendaring and Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with attorneys, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and legal software applications (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis, CaseMap).
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and strategically.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, as well as independently with minimal supervision.

Personal Attributes:

• Professionalism: Demonstrates a high level of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct.
• Proactive: Takes initiative and is proactive in identifying and addressing issues.
• Adaptable: Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and demands.
• Confidentiality: Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive information.

Disclaimers: This job description is not all inclusive of duties, other responsibilities can be added and modified based on business needs at any time, with or without notice.

EEO Statement

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

ADA Statement

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADAAA) are federal laws that require employers with 15 or more employees to not discriminate against applicants and individuals with disabilities and, when needed, to provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees who are qualified for a job, with or without reasonable accommodations, so that they may perform the essential job duties of the position.

It is the policy of Fast Lab Tech to comply with all federal and state laws concerning the employment of individuals with disabilities and to act in accordance with regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Furthermore, it is the company policy not to discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in regard to application procedures, hiring, advancement, discharge, compensation, training or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.

*We offer Competitive Salary, Flexible Hours, and Remote Work