Description
Location: Virtual• Tampa, FL, USA
Req Number: Req #1624
Paradigm is an accountable specialty care management organization focused on improving the lives of people with complex injuries and diagnoses. The company has been a pioneer in value-based care since 1991 and has an exceptional track record of generating the very best outcomes for patients, payers, and providers. Deep clinical expertise is the foundation for every part of Paradigm's business: risk-based clinical solutions, case management, specialty networks, home health, shared decision support, and payment integrity programs.
We're proud to be recognized—again! For the fourth year in a row, we've been certified by Great Place to Work®, and for the third consecutive year, we've earned a spot on Fortune's Best Workplaces in Health Care™ list. These honors reflect our unwavering commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and employee-centric culture where people thrive.
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The Legal Analyst will serve as a key contributor to the Legal & Compliance Department, providing proactive support and exercising independent judgment in managing legal and administrative matters. This role includes ownership of subpoena responses, legal invoice processing, and corporate legal operations. Additionally, the Legal Analyst will provide Level 1 legal guidance by reviewing incoming legal inquiries, referencing established guidelines, and conducting research to resolve issues independently. The ideal candidate will be resourceful, detail-oriented, and capable of making informed decisions while maintaining a high standard of service to internal and external stakeholders.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Independently manage and respond to subpoenas, ensuring legal validity and compliance with jurisdictional requirements.
- Provide Level 1 legal guidance by reviewing inquiries received via the shared legal inbox, referencing internal guidelines, and conducting legal research to resolve issues; escalate matters to Senior Counsel only when resolution cannot be achieved through existing resources or research.
- Regularly correspond with external counsel and respond to document and deposition subpoenas.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather, compile, and redact documents responsive to both informal and formal requests.
- Lead legal operations related to contract administration, including tracking, invoice management, correspondence, document notarization, and logistical planning for key initiatives such as the annual legal offsite meeting.
- Ensure support and/or ownership of corporate legal operations, including:
- Coordination of corporate filings and compliance matters.
- Processing legal invoices and maintaining billing records.
- Providing guidance to business partners on the use of legal department software applications (e.g., Ironclad, DocuSign, SimpleLegal, Safari SOP).
- Maintain and update internal legal reference materials and decision trees to support consistent Level 1 guidance.
- Coordinate and support special projects as assigned.
- Perform and manage general administrative duties and other tasks as directed by the supervisor.
- Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with company policies and legal standards.
- Maintain reliable and predictable attendance during scheduled work hours or core business hours.
- Travel occasionally for meetings, training, or business-related activities.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Education:
- Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Legal Studies or Paralegal Studies.
- High school degree or equivalent required.
- Training in legal research tools such as Westlaw or LexisNexis.
- Paralegal or Legal Assistant Certificate preferred.
- Continuing education through workshops or legal analyst courses preferred.
- Experience:
- Minimum of three years of experience as a Legal Analyst, Legal Assistant or in a similar role within a corporate legal environment that included independent task management or decision making.
- Exposure to legal research tools like Westlaw, LexisNexis, or PACER
- Experience drafting or reviewing legal documents such as contracts, memos, or pleadings.
- Experience in the healthcare industry preferred.
- Working knowledge of healthcare privacy regulations and state-specific privacy laws highly desirable.
- Strong judgment and a customer service-oriented mindset.
- Proficiency with legal software platforms such as Ironclad, DocuSign, SimpleLegal, or Safari SOP.
- Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
- Excellent organizational, prioritization, and time management abilities.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of an organization.
- Solid analytical, conceptual, and critical thinking skills.
- Demonstrated ability to be proactive, exercise independent judgment, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- High level of integrity and ethics, with the ability to uphold these principles under pressure.
- Strong work ethic and ability to produce high-quality work within tight deadlines.
- Core Competencies:
- Strong legal research and analytical skills with the ability to interpret and apply guidelines independently.
- Sound judgment and decision-making abilities in handling legal inquiries and determining escalation needs.
- High level of ownership and accountability in managing legal tasks and projects.
- Ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively to non-legal stakeholders.
- Proactive problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and remote collaboration tools
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Exercise sound judgment and escalate concerns appropriately
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Adaptability to changing priorities and technologies.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Paradigm Benefits:
Paradigm believes that fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace is central to our mission of helping more people and transforming lives. We're striving to build a culture that better reflects the society we live in and empowers our team to deliver the highest levels of compassion and care to those we serve. For us, achieving this goal requires a workforce that respectfully embraces differences and commits to positive change, creating an environment where everyone is able to bring their whole self to work.
Paradigm complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Leave Management at leave.management@paradigmcorp.com.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
As a contractor with the State of Wisconsin, Paradigm complies with Wisconsin Contract Compliance Law (§16.765). Poster link: Contract Compliance Law Poster
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