Senior Paralegal

Overview

A Senior Paralegal position is available to manage and support complex litigation and claims matters under the general direction of the Associate General Counsel. This role requires a high degree of discretion, professional judgment, and accountability. The position is fully remote, with occasional travel required for legal team meetings and other work-related purposes.

Responsibilities

• Support internal complex investigations into claims, including fact-finding and evidence gathering and preservation
• Oversee new claim intake and opening in accordance with internal procedures
• Provide notice of claims to brokers/carriers as directed by Associate General Counsel
• Manage the Litigation Hold process
• Collaborate with the legal team to obtain information, documents, and authorizations needed for oral and written discovery
• Serve as the main point of contact for sharing factual information related to claims among business units, brokers, carriers, external counsel, and the legal department
• Maintain internal claim files
• Assist with responding to requests for documents and personnel files
• Support processing of settlement agreements
• Assist with litigation-related tasks as needed
• Manage electronic storage and organization of legal department documents, including pleadings, settlement documents, and correspondence
• Participate in special projects and initiatives with the legal team
• Act as liaison between the legal department and various business departments on ongoing projects
• Assist in drafting presentation materials for leadership updates
• Support review and distribution of legal department communications
• Provide senior-level support to other legal team members during absences and PTO

Additional responsibilities include maintaining confidentiality, participating as a team player, communicating professionally, maximizing resource efficiency, attending required meetings and trainings, and adhering to organizational policies regarding contracts and public relations.

Travel Requirements

• Travel is required, including overnight out-of-state trips

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of seven years of paralegal experience, preferably within a healthcare system or health plan
• Paralegal education and/or certification
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal software
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of litigation processes
• Excellent organizational and collaboration skills
• Professional and timely communication skills, both internally and externally
• Strong interpersonal skills to build trust and obtain necessary information
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making abilities related to current projects and matters

Preferred

• Paralegal certification
• Experience in a premier AmLaw 100/200 firm or sophisticated corporate/litigation practice
• Advanced computer skills, including general office procedures and document management
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $142,000 - $156,000
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Supplemental life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Paid time off and company-paid holidays

Location

• This is a 100% remote position with some required travel

Additional Information

• Background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse is required for Florida applicants
• The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity and inclusion
• Salaries are determined by factors such as qualifications, experience, and location
• The employer does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms without a valid written agreement