Senior Paralegal

Responsibilities:

Under the general direction of the Associate General Counsel, the Senior Paralegal manages and supports complex litigation and claims matters, exercising a high degree of discretion, professional judgment, and accountability.

This position is 100% remote, however, some travel may be required for Legal Team meetings and other work purposes. Essential Functions and Work Responsibilities Functional Category: Legal SupportEstimated Percent of time Spent – 100%

• Support the conducting of internal complex investigations into claims, including but not limited to, fact finding, gathering and preserving evidence
• Oversee opening a new claim and new claim intake in accordance with internal company procedures
• Notice claims to the broker/carrier at the direction of the Associate General Counsel
• Manage the Litigation Hold process
• Partners with Legal team to obtain information, documents, and authorization needed to complete oral and written discovery
• Acts as the main point of contact for the sharing of factual information surrounding a claim among the business, broker, carrier, external counsel, and the Legal department
• Maintain InnovAge internal claim files
• Assist with responding to request for documents and personnel files
• Assist with processing settlement agreements
• Otherwise assist with Litigation as needed
• Assist with the electronic management and storage of Legal Department documents, including but not limited to pleadings, settlement documents, and various correspondence.
• Works with the Legal Team on special projects and initiatives and other appropriate functions as may be assigned
• Serves as liaison between the Legal department and various business departments on ongoing projects
• Partners closely with the Legal team with drafting presentation decks for leadership updates
• Assist with review and distribution of Legal Department communications
• Provide senior level support for other Legal Team members during absences and PTO

Other Responsibilities

• Identifies and responds actively and with sensitivity to the needs of all concerned; participates as a team player in all phases of the organization; and is open and responsive to change.
• Communicates and interacts with co\-workers and all others in a pleasant and professional manner at all times.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of personnel data, proprietary information, and sensitive materials as required.
• Maximizes cost efficiency and productivity in the use of all resources of the department and organization.
• Attends all required department events, staff meetings, and any other job\-related functions. Attends and successfully completes all mandatory trainings.
• Does not communicate with any news media or volunteer business information to other agencies. Directs public relations issues to the appropriate person.
• Does not enter into any contract without approval which commits the organization to any obligation, or which transfers company assets to any outside interests, or which involve expenditures of a capital nature.
• Performs within position and personal limitations and provides information to employees, co\-workers, business contacts, and others only as able and appropriate for position.

Travel RequirementsTravel

• Travel required
• Overnight travel out of state

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions REQUIRED Education

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university.

Work Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum of seven years of experience as a paralegal with corporation for healthcare system or health plan is preferred.
• Paralegal education and/or certification
• Strong ability and understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and other legal software
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of litigation
• Excellent organization and collaboration skills
• Communication – must be able to demonstrate timely, appropriate and professional communication internally within the Legal Team and other departments, and externally with external counsel and other third parties
• Good interpersonal skills – must be able to develop the trust and respect of the business to get information needed to defend acclaims and cases
• Motivate, hard worker who can work with minimal supervision (since this is a remote position, the paralegal will have a lot of autonomy in structuring their day and completing their work)
• Experienced at solving problems and making decisions on a daily basis relative to current projects and matters highly preferred.

PREFERRED Licensure, Certification, Registration or Designation

• Paralegal Certification

Work Experience and Qualifications

• Prior experience in premier AmLaw 100/200 firm or sophisticated corporate/litigation practice is strongly preferred
• Strong proficiency with computers, general office procedures, use of business machines and clerical processes as it relates to the creation and maintenance of documents is highly preferred.
• Experienced at solving problems and making decisions on a daily basis relative to current projects and matters highly preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills preferred

Benefits:

InnovAge is dedicated to empowering seniors to live independently, allowing them to age in their own homes and communities safely. InnovAge offers an alternative to nursing homes through its Program of All\-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), which provides enrolled seniors with customized healthcare and social support at PACE Adult Day Health Centers. These centers are staffed by medical professionals who are committed to creating personalized care plans for each participant. At InnovAge, our team members are our greatest asset and have a significant impact on the lives of our participants every day. When you join InnovAge, you'll work alongside talented, respectful, and passionate colleagues within a patient\-centered care model.

InnovAge is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action, and we strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace. We consider all qualified candidates for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, or any other protected status. Salaries are determined by various factors such as qualifications, experience, and location, and do not include potential bonuses or benefits. Our extensive benefits package includes medical/dental/vision insurance, short and long\-term disability, life insurance and AD\&D, supplemental life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) savings, paid time off, and company\-paid holidays.

Applicants are considered until the position is filled.

Posted Pay Range: $142,000\-$156,000 Additional Information:

Compensation Disclaimer

The pay may vary depending on job related factors, such as work location, experience, knowledge, skills, education, certifications, training and internal equity. InnovAge offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan with company match, short and long\-term disability, life insurance, supplemental life insurance, ADD, flexible spending account, paid time off and company paid holidays. Attention Florida Applicants

This position requires a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

For more information, please visit the Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website: https://info.flclearinghouse.com Agency Disclaimer

InnovAge will not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms for this employment opportunity. Regardless of past practices, all candidates/resumes submitted by search firms to InnovAge by any means without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the property of InnovAge and no fee will be paid in the event such candidate is hired by InnovAge.