Overview
This role provides support to legal counsel within the Legal department on general and specific legal matters. The position involves working collaboratively as part of a team to prepare and review exhibits and other documentation for administrative hearings, including State Fair Hearings ("SFH") with the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Bureau of Hearing and Appeals ("DHS/BHA"). It also includes coordinating coverage for attorneys, witnesses, and other participants, as well as assisting with tracking data related to administrative and legal matters for internal stakeholders.
Work Arrangement
- Remote within the United States, preferably residing near Newtown Square, PA
Responsibilities
- Assist legal counsel and others in managing litigation files and deadlines and coordinating with outside counsel
- Manage a high-volume calendar, coordinating attorney and witness coverage for administrative matters, including State Fair Hearings
- Gather exhibits or other necessary documentation and prepare submissions to administrative agencies, including DHS/BHA
- Process documents received from DHS/BHA, other administrative agencies, and outside counsel, including creating or adding to appropriate electronic files, entering data/updating tracking spreadsheets, and providing necessary reporting to internal stakeholders of required actions
- Assist with preparation and/or review of documents, creating initial drafts for attorney review; proofreading documents prepared by attorneys and others
- Track court deadlines, filings, and important dates
Requirements
- Associate’s Degree (paralegal or related studies) OR Paralegal Certificate required
- Minimum 5 years of experience including administrative hearings, preferably relating to health care appeals
- At least 3 years of administrative and/or healthcare experience managing calendars and case files
- Experience working with Administrative Law Judges (ALJs), state agencies, advocacy groups, or external counsel
- Strong writing skills with the ability to synthesize clinical and administrative information into clear arguments
- Exceptional organizational skills, accuracy, and ability to meet strict deadlines
- Proficiency with case management systems, appeals platforms, and Microsoft Office
- Experience supporting Medicaid managed care, state administrative hearings, or healthcare grievances and appeals
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, LexisNexis, and Legal Tracker
- Notary Public commission preferred but not required
Compensation & Benefits
- Flexible work solutions including remote options and hybrid work schedules
- Competitive pay
- Paid time off including holidays and volunteer events
- Health insurance coverage for employees and dependents starting Day 1
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Location
Remote within the United States, preferably near Newtown Square, Pennsylvania