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  • ATTORNEY-ADVISER (GENERAL) T32
    Army National Guard Units    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 1 day    

    Summary THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for an ATTORNEY-ADVISER (GENERAL) T32, Position Description Number PDD2665000 and is part of the Arizona National Guard. Responsibilities This position is located at Joint Force Headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona. The primary purpose of the position is to serve as the full-time professional legal adviser and support to the Adjutant General, the Commander of federally recognized Army and Air National Guards, and state/territory unique public defense or safety structures or wing commander. In this primary purpose, this position also serves as the full-time professional legal advisor and support to Sexual Assault Response Coordinator and State Equal Employment Opportunity advisors, and subordinate commanders to support the state prevention efforts relating to sexual assault, sexual harassment, and domestic abuse. This position also serves as a professional legal adviser to the United States Property and Fiscal Officer (USPFO), state/territory National Guard senior leadership, state/territory National Guard directorates, and subordinate National Guard commanded units or state/territory level divisions. THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Military Grades: O4/MAJ-O5/LTC Compatible Military Assignments: Army: 27A Branch Air: 51J AFSC SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: The first professional law degree (LL.B. or J.D.), active membership in the bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia and at least 2 years professional legal experience. Education You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position. Additional Information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Judicial Assistant/Paralegal
    U.S. Courts    Flagstaff, AZ 86011
     Posted 3 days    

    Summary The United States District Court is seeking a Judicial Assistant/Paralegal. The incumbent will provide executive level administrative support and legal duties to United States Magistrate Judge, Camille D. Bibles. Responsibilities The Judicial Assistant/Paralegal assists the Judge in the daily activities of the office, performing administrative management, secretarial, legal, and related paralegal duties as assigned by the Judge. The Judicial Assistant/Paralegal also assist in the day-to-day conduct of court business. In addition, this position deals with lawyers and members of the public on behalf of the judge. Since the Judicial Assistant/Paralegal is generally the first member of the judge's staff whom outsiders meet, the incumbent must have a pleasant and positive attitude, excellent organization skills and refined customer service skills. The successful candidate must have the ability to work cooperatively with the other members of the chambers staff so that, as a team, they effectively assist the judge in fulfilling judicial responsibilities. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: DRUG TESTING BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION OR CLEARANCE Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The successful applicant must be a high school graduate or equivalent and must have two years of general experience and three years specialized experience to qualify for the lowest starting salary. The successful applicant must speak and write in grammatically correct and professional quality English and be able to communicate clearly and professionally with the public. In addition, the applicant must be proficient in using Microsoft Outlook email/calendaring Microsoft Word, Excel spreadsheet management and Adobe. Proficiency is mission critical. General experience is progressively responsible general clerical or secretarial experience, and specialized experience is progressively responsible secretarial experience that involved responsibility as a principal office assistant to a supervisor who was dealing with law-related matters. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Preference will be given to applicants who possess: A four-year college degree; Significant legal secretarial, paralegal, and/or court clerk experience in the criminal or civil legal field, including electronic court filing; Or a juris doctor (JD) from a law school of recognized standing. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS: For information and details regarding this position, visit the District of Arizona employment website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/azduscourts to view the vacancy announcement and apply for the position. Education EDUCATION: Education above the high school level may be substituted for experience as follows: Education in a college, university, or secretarial school of recognized standing may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the general experience on the basis of 30 semester (45 quarter) hours equal nine months of experience. A bachelor's degree from a college or university of recognized standing may be substituted for two years of general experience. Preferably, such degree should have included courses in law, government, public or business administration, or related fields. Education in a legal or paralegal curriculum may be substituted for a maximum of two years of specialized experience on the basis of one full academic year (30 semester or 45 quarter hours) equals one year of experience. Less than one full year of study will be credited on a pro-rata basis. Additional Information This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service. The full performance grade of this position is JSP-11.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Sr Paralegal (Corporate) Remote, PST Hours
    Molina Healthcare    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 3 days    

    **Molina Healthcare** is hiring for a **Sr. Corporate Paralegal** . This position is remote and can be worked from a variety of locations within the US. This role will be working PST hours.

    **Highly Qualified Candidates Will Have The Following Experience:**

    + 5 to 7+ years’ experience as a paralegal.

    + Have corporate experience working in a highly regulated industry- IE, Healthcare, Financial Services, Insurance, Energy, Banking, Pharmaceutical.

    + Be self-directed along with being able to work well in as a team.

    + Experience in a Corporate legal environment or Law Firm.

    **Job Summary**

    Assists attorneys in research activities and in the preparation of documents. Deals with highly confidential matters and may act as a source of organizational policies and procedures. Works both independently and under the direction of the Deputy General Counsel, on a wide variety of managed care legal and other matters.

    **Job Duties**

    + Draft and prepare regulatory filings and other documents required by state and federal agencies.

    + Assist in responding to state audits and examinations.

    + Draft and maintain a variety of corporate documents including but not limited to company formation documents (e.g., name reservations, articles, bylaws, operating agreements), dissolutions, conversions, board and shareholder consents, resolutions, meeting minutes, foreign qualifications, fictitious business name filings, intercompany agreements, biographical affidavits, license renewals, annual reporting (assist with registered agent filings).

    + Assist the Deputy General Counsel with the preparation of holding company filings.

    + Research statutes and regulations for the many various jurisdictions, with an emphasis on health maintenance organizations, corporations, and LLCs, and holding companies.

    + Maintain multiple tracking charts (subsidiaries, officers and directors, intercompany agreements, licenses).

    + Provide overall support to health plans, health plan attorneys and staff.

    + Provide support for new business and proposal teams, as needed.

    + Provide support for mergers and acquisitions team, as needed.

    + Assist with the maintenance of Molina’s intellectual property (trademarks, logos, etc.); interact with trademark counsel and Marketing team.

    + Organize and maintain all substantive work products including correspondence, documents, filings, etc. in electronic file storage system.

    + Research historic and archived Legal department records as needed.

    + Possess a professional demeanor and the ability to establish a good rapport with state regulators.

    + Assist with other legal matters/provide general legal support.

    + Coordinate remote notarizations for executives and directors with inhouse notaries.

    **REQUIRED EDUCATION** : Associate’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

    **PREFERRED EDUCATION** : Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

    **REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES** :

    + 5-7 years’ experience as a paralegal, including at least 3 years of managed healthcare experience with an understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and Marketplace (multistate experience preferred).

    + Must be proficient with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Teams, and Excel; document management systems (iManage if possible), Westlaw, Edge, or Chrome, Sharepoint sites.

    + Highly attentive to detail; able to handle large amounts of paperwork for a busy office; excellent organizational and time management skills; clear, concise, and logical writing style; interest in healthcare and healthcare law.

    + Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, interpersonal and research skills. Accountable and dependable.

    + Knowledge of NAIC regulations and guidelines, state insurance departments’ websites and filing portals.

    **PREFERRED EXPERIENCE** : 8-10+ years as a paralegal, preferably in an in-house corporate environment, including at least 5 years of managed healthcare experience with an understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and Marketplace (multistate experience preferred). Works well with attorneys and paralegals, maintains a heavy workload, works well under pressure, is a team player; quickly and efficiently completes tasks and assignments. Accountable and dependable.

    **REQUIRED LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, ASSOCIATION** : Paralegal Certificate from an ABA qualified program.

    Key Words: Legal, Paralegal, Sr Paralegal, legal research, contract law, healthcare law, law, corporate law, healthcare, Medicare, Medicaid, contract review, LexisNexis, iManage, contract drafting, Insurance Law, regulatory, regulation, agreements, agreement,

    To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the intranet job listing.

    Molina Healthcare offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V.

    Pay Range: $28.76 - $59.34 / HOURLY

    *Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Legal Assistant I
    Town of Gilbert    Gilbert, AZ 85295
     Posted 6 days    

    Legal Assistant I

    Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/gilbert/jobs/newprint/4789639)

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    Legal Assistant I

    Salary

    $23.61 - $34.23 Hourly

    Location

    55 E. Civic Center Drive, AZ

    Job Type

    Full Time

    Job Number

    25-0157

    Department

    LEGAL

    Opening Date

    01/13/2025

    Closing Date

    2/9/2025 11:59 AM Arizona

    + Description

    + Benefits

    + Questions

    We Are Seeking

    Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Legal Assistant I. With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best in class service to our citizens while offering the opportunity for professional growth in a rewarding and innovative work environment.

    The Legal Assistant I reports to the Prosecutor Admin Supervisor . The primary job duties of this position include:

    + Creates and maintains case files by obtaining police and other agencies' reports, forensic lab reports, and other information related to each case.

    + Enters information into databases and tracks data; creates, updates and maintains basic spreadsheets and databases from established content.

    + Run Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS) and Motor Vehicle (MVD) history reports.

    + Reviews and enters prior criminal history into case management system.

    + Establish, organize and maintain filing systems; perform record keeping and maintain records and other department and program files for retention, handle and maintain sensitive and confidential information and records.

    + Utilizes appropriate technology to gather, process, review, redact, and produce relevant responsive documents to public records requests or discovery in a timely manner.

    + View the full job description . (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/gilbert/classspecs/1147000)

    About You

    At Team Gilbert , we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:

    + MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    + High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)

    + When assigned to Disclosure:

    + Experience working in a legal environment and/or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

    + LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

    + Valid AZ Driver's License.

    + DPS Level B Terminal Operator Certification within six (6) months.

    This position requires a pre-employment drug screen.

    AT-WILL/FLSA STATUS:

    This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation

    Physical Demands and Working Conditions for this position include:

    This position has been designated as a Sedentary work position that spends a majority of their work day in an office. Click here (https://www.ssa.gov/OP\_Home/cfr20/404/404-1567.htm#:~:text=Sedentary%20work%20involves%20lifting%20no,in%20carrying%20out%20job%20duties.) to learn more about the different physical exertion levels as defined by the Social Security Administration.

    The physical demands and working conditions information above is meant to provide a general idea of the conditions for this role. Gilbert is committed to being an inclusive employer of candidates with a wide range of abilities, and looks for opportunities to accommodate different abilities within reason.

    Why Team Gilbert?

    Gilbert’s Mission: Anticipate. Create. Help People

    Our Values: DRIVEN, KIND, BOLD, HUMBLE

    Awards: (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/about-us/team-gilbert/awards-accolades) We are proud of these achievements and continue to work hard to make Gilbert the best place to live, work and play.

    We Are Here to Help!

    Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

    Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

    Town of Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes self-funded medical and dental plans, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more! Click Here (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/home/showdocument?id=42978&t=637793142009536761) to see a list of our benefit offerings at-a-glance.

    01

    In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your qualifications. Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated in your application. Be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the application and these supplemental questions may disqualify you from further consideration. Please indicate whether or not you accept these terms by checking the appropriate response below.

    + Yes

    + No

    02

    Please describe your level of education by checking the appropriate box below.

    + High school or GED

    + Post-high school automotive maintenance and repair voc/tech or college coursework

    + Other not related to automotive mechanical maintenance and repair

    03

    Please indicate how much clerical experience you have working in an office environment by selecting the appropriate item below.

    + Less than one (1) year

    + At least one (1) year, but less than two (2) years

    + At least two (2) years, but less than three (3) years

    + At least three (3) years, but less than five (5) years

    + At least five (5) years

    04

    How many years of experience do you have working with computers, specifically with internal recordkeeping programs?

    + None

    + Some but less than 1

    + 1 - 3 years

    + 3 years or more

    05

    The following question is strictly confidential and will not be made part of your application for employment. Preference Status per Arizona Revised Statute 38-492 (select all that apply):

    + Veteran

    + Disabled Veteran

    + Veteran's Spouse/Surviving Spouse

    + Disabled Person

    06

    Have you ever been convicted of, or participated in a diversion/deferred prosecution program for any felony or misdemeanor offense, regardless of whether it has been sealed or set aside? If yes, please explain the nature, date, and location of the conviction. If no, please type N/A.

    Required Question

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    Town of Gilbert

    Address

    50 E. Civic Center Drive Gilbert, Arizona, 85296

    Website
    https://gilbertaz.gov/jobs

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    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Legal Assistant - Trial
    Dorsey & Whitney LLP    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 6 days    

    Legal Assistant - Trial

    We are seeking aLegal Assistantto join our Trial department in our growing Phoenix office. As a valued team member, you will provide legal administrative support in a fast-paced environment to attorneys and paralegals. Do you love working with clients? Are you a strong communicator with excellent executive assistant skills? If so, we would love to hear from you as we build our team. This is a hybrid position, which will require at least 4 days/week in the office.

    In this role, you will:

    - Provide legal administrative support to attorneys, serving as a liaison for clients.

    - Initiate client/matter openings, including conflicts checks, and engagement letters.

    - Proactively review calendars to maintain an overview of attorneys’ deadlines; anticipate next steps and implement follow-up procedures to ensure deadlines are met.

    - Create, edit, revise, redline, and/or proofread documents, including drafting electronic correspondence, pleadings, discovery, and briefs.

    - File legal documents electronically in both state and federal courts.

    - Docket matter related deadlines.

    - Schedule couriers, court reporters, and witnesses.

    - Enter attorneys’ time, ensure accuracy by proofreading, using spellcheck and appropriate task codes to comply with firm policies.

    - Assist with the billing process, including distributing monthly proformas, reviewing and editing proformas, and sending invoices and related correspondence to clients.

    - Maintain client files, both electronic and hard copy; file electronic documents promptly and accurately in Outlook and document management system.

    - Proofread, edit, format, and draft electronic correspondence, pleadings, discovery, briefs and other memorandum for accuracy to ensure a high-quality product.

    - Draft, format, proofread, redline and/or edit electronic correspondence, pleadings, discovery, briefs, and other memorandum for accuracy to ensure a high-quality product, from dictation, handwritten, typed, and/or electronic copy.

    - Manage docket and coordinate with attorneys and paralegals on upcoming dates and deadlines.

    - File legal documents electronically in both state and federal courts.

    - Process and route incoming mail and electronic communications upon receipt as well as prepare outgoing mail (including packages for shipment) for prompt delivery.

    - Process reimbursement requests, check requests, and vendor invoices.

    - Coordinate attorney meetings and appointments, including scheduling conference rooms.

    - Coordinate travel arrangements, including flights, hotels, and rental cars.

    - Maintain attorney CLE records, including seminar registration and reporting.

    - Delegate administrative tasks to Department Administrative Assistants.

    - Provide a high level of customer service to attorneys and clients.

    - May be requested to perform other duties as requested.

    What we’re looking for:

    - High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

    - At least 2 years of related experience, law firm experience preferred.

    - Knowledge and understanding of local and federal court rules and procedures.

    - Experience with Federal and State Court filing systems.

    - Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office.

    - Proficient with Adobe Acrobat.

    - Excellent oral and verbal communication skills.

    - Attention to detail and accuracy.

    - Strong organizational skills.

    - Excellent customer/client service focus and skills.

    - Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and perform well under pressure to ensure deadlines are met.

    - Ability to use good judgment in resolving conflict and working in challenging situations.

    - Ability to maintain client and firm confidentiality.

    - Positive attitude and ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

    - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to use independent judgment.

    - Thorough understanding of legal terminology and procedures pertinent to the practice area.

    About Dorsey:

    Dorsey & Whitney is an AmLaw 100 international law firm with more than 575 lawyers in 21 offices throughout the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia. We are a premier legal counselor to companies worldwide in a wide range of industries, including banking & financial institutions; development & infrastructure; energy & natural resources; food, beverage & agribusiness; healthcare & life sciences; and technology.

    Dorsey offers opportunities for advancement within a collaborative and dynamic environment, with competitive pay and excellent benefits. Our benefits are available to business professionals working 17+ hours/week along with their dependents, including spouses and domestic partners regardless of gender. Dorsey’s benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with coverage for infertility, gender-affirming care, behavioral health, and access to virtual providers; dental insurance; vision insurance; 401(k) retirement savings plan with Firm contribution; basic and optional life insurance; short and long-term disability; paid time off; up to 8 weeks of paid parental leave with up to an additional 6-8 weeks of paid short-term disability for business professionals who give birth; paid holidays; paid volunteer day; discretionary bonuses (if bonus eligible); adoption assistance; healthcare, dependent care, and transportation pre-tax reimbursement accounts; back-up child and elder care program; education and college advising program; virtual tutoring; wellbeing programs and activities; mass transit program (certain offices); travel assistance program; 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost. (Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)

    Dorsey values the strength that comes from a diverse and inclusive workplace. It contributes to the success of our people and our clients and enriches our experience. We believe that everyone should feel at home and part of our community. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

    One of our greatest strengths is a friendly, cooperative culture that values and appreciates each individual. Dorsey has received external recognition for our welcoming workplace, including:

    - Mansfield Certification Plus (Diversity Lab)

    - Best Law Firms for Women (National Association of Female Executives and Flex-Time Lawyers)

    - 100% rating on the Corporate Equality Index (Human Rights Campaign)

    - Gold Standard Certification (Women in Law Empowerment Forum)

    - Top 100 Adoption-Friendly Workplace (Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption)

    Reasonable Accommodations:

    Dorsey is committed to providing disability and religious-based reasonable accommodations, as well as menopause, pregnancy or lactation-related reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process, or if you have questions about a workplace reasonable accommodation, please contact us at 612-492-5178.

    How to Apply:

    Dorsey & Whitney LLP accepts online applications. Please go to the “Careers” section of the Dorsey website at www.dorsey.com/staffjobs and complete Dorsey’s online application form. We are unable to accept application materials by mail or email.

    Dorsey & Whitney LLP is an EEO/AAP/Disabled Vets Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status.

    Dorsey & Whitney LLP participates in E-Verify.

    Please note that Dorsey is not currently accepting search firm submissions in connection with this opening.

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    Office Location:

    Phoenix, AZ


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Sr Paralegal
    Molina Healthcare    Scottsdale, AZ 85258
     Posted 7 days    

    **Job Description**

    **Job Summary**

    Assists attorneys in research activities and in the preparation of documents. Deals with highly confidential matters and may act as a source of organizational policies and procedures. Works both independently and under the direction of the Deputy General Counsel, on a wide variety of managed care legal and other matters.

    **Job Duties**

    • Draft and prepare regulatory filings and other documents required by state and federal agencies.

    • Assist in responding to state audits and examinations.

    • Draft and maintain a variety of corporate documents including but not limited to company formation documents (e.g., name reservations, articles, bylaws, operating agreements), dissolutions, conversions, board and shareholder consents, resolutions, meeting minutes, foreign qualifications, fictitious business name filings, intercompany agreements, biographical affidavits, license renewals, annual reporting (assist with registered agent filings).

    • Assist the Deputy General Counsel with the preparation of holding company filings.

    • Research statutes and regulations for the many various jurisdictions, with an emphasis on health maintenance organizations, corporations, and LLCs, and holding companies.

    • Maintain multiple tracking charts (subsidiaries, officers and directors, intercompany agreements, licenses).

    • Provide overall support to health plans, health plan attorneys and staff.

    • Provide support for new business and proposal teams, as needed.

    • Provide support for mergers and acquisitions team, as needed.

    • Assist with the maintenance of Molina’s intellectual property (trademarks, logos, etc.); interact with trademark counsel and Marketing team.

    • Organize and maintain all substantive work products including correspondence, documents, filings, etc. in electronic file storage system.

    • Research historic and archived Legal department records as needed.

    • Possess a professional demeanor and the ability to establish a good rapport with state regulators.

    • Assist with other legal matters/provide general legal support.

    • Coordinate remote notarizations for executives and directors with inhouse notaries.

    **Job Qualifications**

    **REQUIRED EDUCATION** :

    Associate’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

    **REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES** :

    • 5-7 years’ experience as a paralegal, including at least 3 years of managed healthcare experience with an understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and Marketplace (multistate experience preferred).

    • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Teams, and Excel; document management systems (iManage if possible), Westlaw, Edge, or Chrome, Sharepoint sites.

    • Highly attentive to detail; able to handle large amounts of paperwork for a busy office; excellent organizational and time management skills; clear, concise, and logical writing style; interest in healthcare and healthcare law.

    • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, interpersonal and research skills. Accountable and dependable.

    • Knowledge of NAIC regulations and guidelines, state insurance departments’ websites and filing portals.

    • Works well with attorneys and paralegals, maintains a heavy workload, works well under pressure, is a team player; quickly and efficiently completes tasks and assignments. Accountable and dependable.

    **REQUIRED LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, ASSOCIATION** :

    Paralegal Certificate from an ABA qualified program.

    **PREFERRED EDUCATION** :

    Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

    **PREFERRED EXPERIENCE** :

    8-10+ years as a paralegal, preferably in an in-house corporate environment, including at least 5 years of managed healthcare experience with an understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and Marketplace (multistate experience preferred).

    To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the intranet job listing.

    Molina Healthcare offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V.

    Pay Range: $28.76 - $59.34 / HOURLY

    *Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Sr Paralegal
    Molina Healthcare    Mesa, AZ 85213
     Posted 7 days    

    **Job Description**

    **Job Summary**

    Assists attorneys in research activities and in the preparation of documents. Deals with highly confidential matters and may act as a source of organizational policies and procedures. Works both independently and under the direction of the Deputy General Counsel, on a wide variety of managed care legal and other matters.

    **Job Duties**

    • Draft and prepare regulatory filings and other documents required by state and federal agencies.

    • Assist in responding to state audits and examinations.

    • Draft and maintain a variety of corporate documents including but not limited to company formation documents (e.g., name reservations, articles, bylaws, operating agreements), dissolutions, conversions, board and shareholder consents, resolutions, meeting minutes, foreign qualifications, fictitious business name filings, intercompany agreements, biographical affidavits, license renewals, annual reporting (assist with registered agent filings).

    • Assist the Deputy General Counsel with the preparation of holding company filings.

    • Research statutes and regulations for the many various jurisdictions, with an emphasis on health maintenance organizations, corporations, and LLCs, and holding companies.

    • Maintain multiple tracking charts (subsidiaries, officers and directors, intercompany agreements, licenses).

    • Provide overall support to health plans, health plan attorneys and staff.

    • Provide support for new business and proposal teams, as needed.

    • Provide support for mergers and acquisitions team, as needed.

    • Assist with the maintenance of Molina’s intellectual property (trademarks, logos, etc.); interact with trademark counsel and Marketing team.

    • Organize and maintain all substantive work products including correspondence, documents, filings, etc. in electronic file storage system.

    • Research historic and archived Legal department records as needed.

    • Possess a professional demeanor and the ability to establish a good rapport with state regulators.

    • Assist with other legal matters/provide general legal support.

    • Coordinate remote notarizations for executives and directors with inhouse notaries.

    **Job Qualifications**

    **REQUIRED EDUCATION** :

    Associate’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

    **REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES** :

    • 5-7 years’ experience as a paralegal, including at least 3 years of managed healthcare experience with an understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and Marketplace (multistate experience preferred).

    • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Teams, and Excel; document management systems (iManage if possible), Westlaw, Edge, or Chrome, Sharepoint sites.

    • Highly attentive to detail; able to handle large amounts of paperwork for a busy office; excellent organizational and time management skills; clear, concise, and logical writing style; interest in healthcare and healthcare law.

    • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, interpersonal and research skills. Accountable and dependable.

    • Knowledge of NAIC regulations and guidelines, state insurance departments’ websites and filing portals.

    • Works well with attorneys and paralegals, maintains a heavy workload, works well under pressure, is a team player; quickly and efficiently completes tasks and assignments. Accountable and dependable.

    **REQUIRED LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, ASSOCIATION** :

    Paralegal Certificate from an ABA qualified program.

    **PREFERRED EDUCATION** :

    Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

    **PREFERRED EXPERIENCE** :

    8-10+ years as a paralegal, preferably in an in-house corporate environment, including at least 5 years of managed healthcare experience with an understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and Marketplace (multistate experience preferred).

    To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the intranet job listing.

    Molina Healthcare offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V.

    Pay Range: $28.76 - $59.34 / HOURLY

    *Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • LEGAL ASSISTANT (OFFICE AUTOMATION)
    Air Education and Training Command    Luke AFB, AZ 85307
     Posted 7 days    

    Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to manage client interface operations with regard to provision of legal assistance services in support of the military and civilian attorneys and other legal specialists assigned to the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate; and to direct and report all activity of the installation Victim and Witness Assistance Program. Responsibilities Manages legal office front desk operations and provides legal assistance to clients. Directs and reports all activity of the installation Victim and Witness Assistance Program (VWAP). Performs other administrative and clerical duties in support of the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate (SJA). Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-06, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of organizational responsibilities, priorities, policies, and programs and a knowledge of and skill in applying an extensive body of legal rules and procedures, including both federal and state laws, to process unusually difficult and complicated legal support assignments. Knowledge of complex, interrelated and nonstandard legal support services and terminology to assist attorneys and paralegals to provide legal support services to clients. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-06 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of federal and state laws as well as administrative regulations and the rules, procedures, policies, and programs of the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate to perform the procedural and administrative work of the organization such as preparing and editing legal documents and administrative correspondence, maintaining files and records, and assembling information for various legal documents and reports; knowledge of legal services and terminology in the area of claims, civil law, military justice, legal assistance, and legal research techniques; and knowledge of grammar, spelling, capitalization, punctuation, and required legal formats and directives regarding preparation of written communications to produce legal and administrative documents and communications. 2. Knowledge of regulatory guidance and office rules and policies to screen potential clients, prepare and review correspondence, and perform other administrative work of the organization. 3. Knowledge of word processing automation software functions to support office operations and produce a variety of textual documents, such as letters, reports, memos, and form letters. 4. Skill in typing; a qualified typist is required. 5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 6. Ability to interpret and apply regulatory and procedural requirements to process unusually difficult and complicated transactions. And ability to utilize a military legal library and computer resources to perform appropriate research. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Additional Information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Sr Paralegal
    DLA Piper    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 8 days    

    DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together.

    **Summary**

    Under the supervision of attorneys, performs a range of substantive case, matter or entity related duties. Prepares drafts of legal and other documents and correspondence for attorney review. Compiles, analyzes and summarizes information. Coordinates efforts between attorneys, clients, outside legal counsel, opposing legal counsel, other parties and outside vendors.

    **Location**

    This position offers a Hybrid work schedule working at least three days in the office.

    **Responsibilities**

    + Support in all phases of patent litigation including discovery, trial, and appeal, and will include lead paralegal support at trials and hearings.

    + Assist with preparation for depositions, witness interviews, hearings, trials, and arbitration. This will include pretrial motions, trial binders, trial exhibits, discovery requests, and responses.

    + Review, organize, and maintain document databases for case tracking and discovery, and will require your coordination and management of large document collections and productions.

    + Utilize legal software such as Relativity and litigation technology including eDiscovery, data rooms, and will work on document reviews and prepare privilege logs.

    + Support patent litigation, patent appeals, and contested proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) and U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC).

    **Skills**

    + Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

    + Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills

    + Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

    + Solid technical skills necessary to set-up, track and maintain matters

    + Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

    + Must have the ability and experience with conducting fact gathering and analyzing information

    + Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

    **Preferred Requirements:**

    + Experience Patent Litigation

    + Strong experience in Relativity databases

    + Experience with U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) matters

    + Intellectual property rights (IPR)

    + Large firm experience

    + Trial experience

    **Minimum Education**

    + Bachelor's Degree

    **Certifications**

    + Paralegal Certificate required. For California Paralegals: Must meet the California Paralegal Requirements.

    **Minimum Years of Experience**

    + 6 years of Paralegal experience

    **Essential Job Expectations**

    While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:

    + Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.

    + Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.

    + Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.

    + Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.

    + Foster positive work relationships.

    + Comply with all firm policies and practices.

    + Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed.

    + Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.

    + Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.

    Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.

    **Physical Demands**

    Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

    **Work Environment**

    + Hybrid - Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for work-from-home

    **Disclaimer**

    The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.

    **Application Process **

    Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process or have any questions about the process, please contact [email protected]. Please add [email protected] to your list of safe senders.

    **Accommodation**

    Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact [email protected] .

    Agency applications will not be considered.

    No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.

    The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $43.37 - $68.95 per hour depending on the candidate’s geographic market location. Non-exempt positions will be paid on an hourly basis and paid overtime in accordance with applicable laws.

    The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

    _DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran._ Job applicant poster viewing center (https://mandatoryview.com/?LicenceId=09b17fa3-b781-4022-bfdd-ec61a570463c&ProductType=OnlineApplicant) _._

    **DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive**

    Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together.

    **Get to Know Us**

    We invite you to learn more about us. Please visit the following pages for more information about DLA Piper.

    Laterals (http://www.dlapiper.com/en-us/careers/laterals)

    Lateral Partners

    Law Students (http://www.dlapiper.com/en-us/careers/law-students)

    Business Professionals

    **Recruitment Agencies:**

    Per the terms of our agreement, all candidates must be submitted through the firm’s agency portal for consideration. If you have an agreement with the firm, please log in to the agency portal via the following link (https://www.myworkday.com/wday/authgwy/dlapiper/login.htmld?redirect=n) to review positions accepting agency submissions.

    _Lawyer Positions Only:_ If you do not have an agreement with us and would like us to consider candidates, please send a blind candidate profile to [email protected]


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Real Estate Paralegal (#3839)
    Dorsey & Whitney LLP    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 8 days    

    Real Estate Paralegal (#3839)

    We are seeking aParalegalin our Real Estate group to join our growing Phoenix office. As a valued team member, you are a critical part of Dorsey’s client service team, working collaboratively with lawyers and clients on an array of substantive client matters. Are you a strong communicator and enjoy working independently and with a team? If you are an experienced paralegal with commercial real estate and financing transactions experience and strong organizational skills, then we would appreciate hearing from you. This is a hybrid position, which will require at least 4 days/week in the office.

    In this role, you will:

    - Perform title and survey review for commercial real estate and finance transactions.

    - Communicate with attorneys, clients, local governmental units, title companies and surveyors.

    - Draft closing documents, signature documents, and title resolution documents.

    - Track transactions and coordinate closings.

    - Order and review title searches, surveys, zoning letters, and other real estate due diligence.

    - Form/Register entities, prepare UCC’s, and review zoning reports.

    - May be requested to perform other duties not mentioned above.

    What we’re looking for:

    - Bachelor’s degree or completion of paralegal program.

    - At least 2 years of experience in Commercial Real Estate preferred.

    - Knowledge of commercial real estate and finance transactions.

    - Strong oral and written communication skills.

    - Proven analytical ability, excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

    - Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

    - Ability to work overtime if needed.

    About Dorsey:

    Dorsey & Whitney is an AmLaw 100 international law firm with more than 575 lawyers in 21 offices throughout the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia. We are a premier legal counselor to companies worldwide in a wide range of industries, including banking & financial institutions; development & infrastructure; energy & natural resources; food, beverage & agribusiness; healthcare & life sciences; and technology.

    Dorsey offers opportunities for advancement within a collaborative and dynamic environment, with competitive pay and excellent benefits. Our benefits are available to business professionals working 17+ hours/week along with their dependents, including spouses and domestic partners regardless of gender. Dorsey’s benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with coverage for infertility, gender-affirming care, behavioral health, and access to virtual providers; dental insurance; vision insurance; 401(k) retirement savings plan with Firm contribution; basic and optional life insurance; short and long-term disability; paid time off; up to 8 weeks of paid parental leave with up to an additional 6-8 weeks of paid short-term disability for business professionals who give birth; paid holidays; paid volunteer day; discretionary bonuses (if bonus eligible); adoption assistance; healthcare, dependent care, and transportation pre-tax reimbursement accounts; back-up child and elder care program; education and college advising program; virtual tutoring; wellbeing programs and activities; mass transit program (certain offices); travel assistance program; 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost. (Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)

    Dorsey values the strength that comes from a diverse and inclusive workplace. It contributes to the success of our people and our clients and enriches our experience. We believe that everyone should feel at home and part of our community. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

    One of our greatest strengths is a friendly, cooperative culture that values and appreciates each individual. Dorsey has received external recognition for our welcoming workplace, including:

    - Mansfield Certification Plus (Diversity Lab)

    - Best Law Firms for Women (National Association of Female Executives and Flex-Time Lawyers)

    - 100% rating on the Corporate Equality Index (Human Rights Campaign)

    - Gold Standard Certification (Women in Law Empowerment Forum)

    - Top 100 Adoption-Friendly Workplace (Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption)

    Reasonable Accommodations:

    Dorsey is committed to providing disability and religious-based reasonable accommodations, as well as menopause, pregnancy or lactation-related reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process, or if you have questions about a workplace reasonable accommodation, please contact us at 612-492-5178.

    How to Apply:

    Dorsey & Whitney LLP accepts online applications. Please go to the “Careers” section of the Dorsey website at www.dorsey.com/staffjobs and complete Dorsey’s online application form. We are unable to accept application materials by mail or email.

    Dorsey & Whitney LLP is an EEO/AAP/Disabled Vets Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status.

    Dorsey & Whitney LLP participates in E-Verify.

    Please note that Dorsey is not currently accepting search firm submissions in connection with this opening.

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    Office Location:

    Phoenix, AZ


    Employment Type

    Full Time


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