The Los Angeles County Bar Association - LACBA
Litigation Paralegal
The Los Angeles County Bar Association - LACBA, Costa Mesa, California, United States, 92626
Overview
Helton Law Group is growing. Helton is a boutique healthcare firm that represents world class hospitals and health systems. The legal department at Helton is active, busy and making a difference. Our lawyers are responsible for managing complex healthcare litigation cases, conducting legal research, and advancing our clients strategic priorities. Our lawyers draft legal pleadings, are actively involve in case management, negotiate on behalf of our clients, and collaborating with a wide range of healthcare professionals, both in and outside the firm. The firm invests significantly in technology and believes in the power it has to improve healthcare delivery and dispute resolution.
Responsibilities
Explore and implement AI tools and technology to streamline legal processes, enhance research capabilities, and improve client service
Review cases and medical claims assigned timely and completely
In partnership with attorney, identify key documents, issues and develop strategy to answer question “What has to happen next in order to resolve this matter?”
In partnership with attorney, devise case plans, timelines and discovery plans necessary to move medical claims and cases forward effectively
Manage caseload and day to day document and filing needs required to effectively represent client interests
Collect and organize documents necessary to ensure evidence has been gathered
Ensure discovery related documents are prepared, filed, and exchanged in a timely manner
Review medical records and billing documents to assist with analysis of claims
Prepare requests for authority to file litigation/arbitration, as required by client protocols
Identify and communicate directly with physicians and other witnesses or information sources as needed
In partnership with attorney, resolve cases and claims for >80% assigned value within 365 days from referral (on average)
Manage cost to collect on medical claims
Keep team lead updated on medical claims and cases as appropriate. Identify matters likely to proceed to trial or hearing early and ensure case plans are documented and communicated frequently
Utilize E-Discovery applications and AI for purposes of document management and production, including redacting and bates stamping
Communicate with Opposing Counsel with regard to discovery and related matters
Bill timely, accurately, professionally, and completely for work done
Attorney Support
Trial and Hearing preparation
Fact gathering
Document Management
Draft and proofread pleadings, briefs, motions, discovery templates
Court and arbitration filings
Research law sources and court procedure
In partnership with attorney, using paralegal skills strategically to review and assess assigned medical claims and matters. This includes contract and medical document review and analysis of claim details necessary to identify legal issues and develop plan to resolve them efficiently
Education and Experience Required
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Paralegal Certification
Minimum of 5 years as a Paralegal
Healthcare experience (preferred)
Join the team now and you can have direct involvement with our growth and make an impact on how we shape our future and the future of healthcare. Apply now for immediate and confidential consideration.
The actual base is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
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Responsibilities
Explore and implement AI tools and technology to streamline legal processes, enhance research capabilities, and improve client service
Review cases and medical claims assigned timely and completely
In partnership with attorney, identify key documents, issues and develop strategy to answer question “What has to happen next in order to resolve this matter?”
In partnership with attorney, devise case plans, timelines and discovery plans necessary to move medical claims and cases forward effectively
Manage caseload and day to day document and filing needs required to effectively represent client interests
Collect and organize documents necessary to ensure evidence has been gathered
Ensure discovery related documents are prepared, filed, and exchanged in a timely manner
Review medical records and billing documents to assist with analysis of claims
Prepare requests for authority to file litigation/arbitration, as required by client protocols
Identify and communicate directly with physicians and other witnesses or information sources as needed
In partnership with attorney, resolve cases and claims for >80% assigned value within 365 days from referral (on average)
Manage cost to collect on medical claims
Keep team lead updated on medical claims and cases as appropriate. Identify matters likely to proceed to trial or hearing early and ensure case plans are documented and communicated frequently
Utilize E-Discovery applications and AI for purposes of document management and production, including redacting and bates stamping
Communicate with Opposing Counsel with regard to discovery and related matters
Bill timely, accurately, professionally, and completely for work done
Attorney Support
Trial and Hearing preparation
Fact gathering
Document Management
Draft and proofread pleadings, briefs, motions, discovery templates
Court and arbitration filings
Research law sources and court procedure
In partnership with attorney, using paralegal skills strategically to review and assess assigned medical claims and matters. This includes contract and medical document review and analysis of claim details necessary to identify legal issues and develop plan to resolve them efficiently
Education and Experience Required
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Paralegal Certification
Minimum of 5 years as a Paralegal
Healthcare experience (preferred)
Join the team now and you can have direct involvement with our growth and make an impact on how we shape our future and the future of healthcare. Apply now for immediate and confidential consideration.
The actual base is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
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