We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join a healthcare organization's Legal and Regulatory Affairs team in Westminster, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a legal team member who can balance contract administration, compliance support, and litigation-related coordination in a fast-paced environment. The role will contribute to legal operations by helping maintain corporate records, supporting regulatory matters, and ensuring sensitive information is handled with discretion.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the preparation, review, routing, and tracking of a wide range of legal agreements, including confidentiality documents, supplier contracts, provider-related agreements, business associate agreements, and contract revisions.
- Support corporate governance activities by organizing entity records, coordinating required filings, and maintaining accurate legal documentation.
- Conduct research on legal and regulatory issues, summarize findings, and assist attorneys with due diligence and case-related analysis.
- Provide support for disputes and legal proceedings by helping manage arbitration, mediation, litigation materials, and related documentation.
- Prepare and submit licensure materials, regulatory forms, and official correspondence in alignment with legal and compliance requirements.
- Monitor legal assignments, deadlines, and departmental workflows to help keep projects moving efficiently and on schedule.
- Assist with legal operations improvements by maintaining organized systems, tracking matters, and supporting process-focused initiatives.
- Safeguard confidential legal, corporate, and operational information while working across sensitive matters with care and discretion.
- Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant legal support experience.
- At least 5 years of paralegal or legal support experience, with senior-level exposure strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated background in contract review, agreement administration, and legal document management.
- Experience supporting legal research, regulatory compliance efforts, and project coordination across multiple priorities.
- Working knowledge of litigation support activities, including discovery, civil litigation processes, and trial preparation.
- Proficiency with case management software and the ability to manage deadlines with strong attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong proofreading, organization, and document accuracy.
- Healthcare industry experience is preferred.