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Office of the New York State Attorney General · 13 hours ago

Legal Support Analyst

Albany, New York Metropolitan Area

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

$63K/yr - $63K/yr

The Office of the New York State Attorney General’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit is seeking a talented individual to serve as a Legal Support Analyst in Albany. This entry-level position involves supporting attorneys and other professionals in conducting healthcare fraud investigations and ensuring the financial integrity of New York state's Medicaid program.

AssociationConsultingLegal

Responsibilities

Assisting attorneys with case organization and management

Reviewing and organizing documents and other evidence

Utilizing eDiscovery software

Filing court documents electronically, as well as in person at various courts

Identifying and locating potential sources of relevant information

Assisting attorneys with legal research (specifically using Westlaw) and analyzing large amounts of data and presenting it in a cogent manner

Being adept and creative in the use of search engines and social media for investigations

Developing proficiency using law enforcement databases

Organizing case files and providing legal and general office support, including utilizing OAG’s electronic case management system and inputting data

Building and maintaining professional relationships with various local, state, and federal agencies, and law enforcement partners

Gaining experience in civil and criminal law and investigations in New York state; and

Other duties as assigned, including assisting with general administrative duties, and providing coverage for the Region’s administrative staff, such as answering phone calls, greeting visitors, coordinating mailings, scheduling Teams meetings, and preparing conference rooms for in-person and virtual meetings

Qualification

Legal researchEDiscovery softwareData analysisMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelNotary Public licenseVerbal communicationWriting skillsOrganizational skillsTeam player

Required

Bachelor's degree

Proficiency with fundamental computer applications, such as Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook, as well as the ability to learn new computer applications. Prior familiarity with and experience using eDiscovery and legal research applications is a plus

The ability to analyze and synthesize large amounts of information

Excellent verbal communication, writing, editing, and proofreading skills, including an extreme attention to detail

Highly inquisitive with strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills

A team player who can function as an integral part of an investigative team and work in a group setting

Current Notary Public license or ability to obtain Notary Public licensure, with the support of the unit, required