Paralegal - Somerset

Robert Half is offering a contract to permanent employment opportunity for a Paralegal within the Pharmaceutical industry. In this role, you will be expected to provide a range of services including drafting legal documents, supporting compliance efforts, conducting research, and communicating with stakeholders.

Paralegal – Healthcare Legal Support

Location:On-site in Somerset, NJ (likely transition to hybrid/remote)

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours weekly (core business hours)

Key Responsibilities:

• Collections Support: Draft demand letters, payment plans, and termination notices for clients with invoice payment issues. Escalate cases as necessary through legal channels.
• Contract Support: Draft and manage contracts, engage subject matter experts, and collaborate with the legal team to ensure compliance with internal and external regulations.
• Compliance Assistance: Ensure healthcare providers adhere to state and federal healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, Medicare, and Medicaid requirements.
• Legal Case Support: Prepare, gather, and review documents for discovery, subpoenas, and other litigation support in medical malpractice cases, insurance claims, and healthcare disputes.
• Research: Conduct factual and legal research on healthcare laws, regulations, case law, and medical literature to assist attorneys and stakeholders.
• Client & Stakeholder Communication: Maintain professional communication with clients and other stakeholders regarding healthcare-related cases and operations.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in legal studies, healthcare administration, or a related field. Additional coursework in healthcare law is a plus.
• Experience: Prior healthcare experience (e.g., pharmacy, nursing, or healthcare administration) is highly desirable.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel). Outstanding organizational, project management, and communication skills. The ability to manage high volumes of documentation with attention to detail.
• Legal Knowledge: Familiarity with healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, and other governmental programs.
• Proven experience in the Pharmaceutical industry
• Prior experience as a Paralegal
• Proficiency in Aderant
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat
• Familiarity with Automated City Register Information System (ACRIS)
• Ability to use Case Management Software
• Knowledge of CompuLaw
• Experience with Billing Functions
• Ability to perform Briefing tasks
• Excellent skills in Calendar Management
• Experience in Claim Administration
• Strong Communication skills