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Davis Wright Tremaine LLP · 3 weeks ago

DWTSurge Contract Healthcare Litigation Paralegal (Sacramento, CA)

Sacramento, CA

Contract

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$50/hr - $70/hr

3+ years exp

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is seeking an experienced litigation paralegal through the firm’s alternative-track contract attorney and staffing program, DWTSurge. The selected paralegal will work with the firm’s Healthcare practice to provide advanced healthcare litigation support for the firm’s institutional clients.

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Responsibilities

Utilize Excel, Relativity, and other platforms for data analysis, coding, exports, and database management to support mediation and settlement processes

Coordinate all case matters as the primary point of communication for litigation teams, including maintaining case calendars, collaboration on deadlines, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA and other sensitive healthcare data requirements

Manage complex case files, including creating, indexing, and proofreading legal documents for accuracy, proper citation, and meeting court/regulatory filing requirements, particularly in healthcare cases

Conduct advanced legal and factual research, organize, and oversee healthcare-related document collections, and assist in drafting discovery documents and memoranda

Assist with document collection and tracking, ensuring proper handling of electronically stored information (ESI) in collaboration with Practice Support and eDiscovery Project Managers, and outside service provider support teams

Ensure proper redaction and handling of protected health information (PHI) and sensitive healthcare data in compliance with HIPAA, HITECH, and other privacy regulations

Support all phases of mediation, arbitration, or trial preparation, including assembling exhibits and witness lists, coordinating logistics, and working with experts and vendors

Accurately record billable time and manage submissions of time entries in accordance with firm guidelines

Other duties as assigned by supervising attorneys, the Senior Director, Practice Support & Paralegal Operations, and Senior Paralegal Manager

Qualification

Healthcare litigation experienceEDiscovery platformsHIPAA complianceData analysisLegal research platformsMicrosoft Office proficiencyAttention to detailOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Experience with data analysis, healthcare-specific discovery, managing large-scale, regulated document productions, and utilizing eDiscovery platforms for cases involving healthcare providers, payers, and institutions

Knowledge of healthcare regulations and HIPAA rules

Advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) for the creation and editing of documents and communications and manipulating data sets

Proficiency in the use of legal research (Westlaw, LexisNexis) and document retention databases (iManage, NetDocuments), and other legal research platforms to conduct legal and fact research for the effective management of complex evidence and case files

Proficiency in the use of eDiscovery document review platforms, specifically Relativity

High attention to detail and sensitivity to confidential materials, able to follow instructions, work at a fast pace, and prioritize tasks

Resiliency and the capacity to manage relationships with high-expectation stakeholders; excellent communication skills delivered with professionalism and respect

Ability to work in a team-oriented, service focused environment and to handle stressful situations in a calm, composed manner

Excellent grammar, proofreading, and organizational skills

Availability to work anticipated full-time hours, 37.5 hours/week, and work in-person from the firm's Sacramento office at least 3 days per week

Flexibility for hours to potentially fluctuate from week to week

Strong analysis, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Able to learn and work independently with limited supervision

Preferred

Paralegals located in Sacramento, CA are preferred

3+ years of complex litigation paralegal experience at a mid-sized or large law firm and/or with large institutional clients, with a strong preference for experience in healthcare-related litigation or regulated industries

Residency in Sacramento, California

Benefits

First Stop Health Telemedicine: Speak with a licensed physician or mental health counselor 24/7, covered by the firm

TELUS Health Employee Assistance Program: Receive support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing

Voluntary Pet Insurance

Milk Stork: Virtual lactation consulting, breast milk shipping and nutritional testing covered by the firm

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Paid sick leave is accrued on a biweekly basis at a rate of 1 hour per 30 hours worked.

Company

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Purpose drives us. Davis Wright Tremaine was founded on three guiding principles: ability, integrity, and service.

Founded in 1944

Seattle, Washington, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.dwt.com/

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