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Stoll Keenon Ogden PLLC · 3 months ago

Paralegal-Healthcare

Stoll Keenon Ogden PLLC is seeking a Healthcare Paralegal to provide support within their Indiana Healthcare Strategic Business Unit. The role involves conducting legal research, assisting attorneys in litigation, and managing legal documentation related to healthcare laws and regulations.

Law Practice

Responsibilities

Conduct legal research on healthcare laws such as HIPAA, the Affordable Care Act, and state-specific regulations
Monitor and report on proposed legislation and regulatory changes
Support attorneys in litigation involving medical negligence, fraud, or insurance disputes
Coordinate with medical professionals, insurance companies, and regulatory agencies
Organize and maintain legal files, case documentation, and correspondence
Assist in compliance audits and risk management initiatives
Electronically file simple and complex pleadings in State and Federal court
Draft for electronic filing simple pleadings in State and Federal Court, including notices of deposition, notices of filing, pro hac vice motions, affidavits in support and basic orders
Preparation of Open Records Requests and FOIA requests
Familiarity of litigation support software and its use (e.g., Relativity), including review and coding of documents relating to discovery requests and a basic understanding of privileged documents
Basic understanding of Appellate rules, formatting, and preparation of citations to the record on appeal for appellate briefs
Preparation of deposition summaries and document indices, where necessary
Maintain time entry for all billable time
Work closely with other team members to support the Strategic Business Unit needs
Maintain a professional attitude and appearance with clients, attorneys, judges, and anyone associated with a specific client matter
Follow all personnel policies and procedures of the Firm
Maintain an 8:30 – 5:00 daily schedule Monday through Friday, unless alternate schedule is pre-approved. Work may occasionally require more than 37.5 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position; may require irregular hours from time to time
Proficiency in all aspects of Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and the ability to work with all portable document format (PDF) applications
Collaborate with paralegals throughout the Firm to ensure best practices are applied across the Firm
Work with the healthcare team to ensure projects are on track and completed in a timely fashion

Qualification

Healthcare law knowledgeLegal researchLitigation support softwareParalegal degree/certificateLegal drafting skillsOrganizational skillsMultitasking abilityInterpersonal skillsCommunication skills

Required

Must have a paralegal degree, paralegal certificate, and/or paralegal experience
Minimum of 3–6 years of experience in healthcare law or legal support in a healthcare setting
Exceptional organizational skills and ability to multitask
Exceptional writing and legal drafting skills
Some travel may be required, including the possibility of overnight stays
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with the team and clients
Willingness to own mistakes and work towards progress
Proficiency in all aspects of Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and the ability to work with all portable document format (PDF) applications

Company

Stoll Keenon Ogden PLLC

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With nearly 150 attorneys across six offices in Kentucky and Indiana, Stoll Keenon Ogden PLLC (SKO) is a distinguished law firm with roots dating back to 1897.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Pattie Dale Tye
Consulting COO
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Bryan Pryor
Chief Information Officer
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