Paralegal I

$54,600 - $73,080/Yr

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey - Hopewell, NJ

Full-time - Entry Level

Hopewell, NJ

Insurance Carriers and Related Activities

About the position

The Paralegal I at Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey provides essential legal support to the in-house legal team, primarily focusing on litigation. This role involves preparing and maintaining legal documents, conducting research, coordinating document collections, and communicating with various internal and external contacts. The Paralegal I is supervised by attorneys and is expected to use independent judgment to make recommendations on legal matters.

Responsibilities

• Organize, maintain and update departmental files.
• Prepare legal documents for review, approval, and use by attorneys, primarily for Fair Hearings and jurisdiction matters.
• Analyze data and write reports as requested.
• Provide administrative assistance including drafting letters, scheduling meetings, and preparing expense reports.
• Perform factual investigation and research.
• Manage the intake, response, and coordination of the Company's subpoenas.
• Assist in obtaining, organizing, analyzing, and providing documents related to litigation or investigation.
• Oversee case management, including financial management.
• Negotiate resolution of matters pursuant to authorized authority.
• Research, monitor, and maintain knowledge of developments in federal and state legislation affecting the health insurance industry.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred or relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of paralegal experience required.
• Litigation experience highly preferred.
• Paralegal certification from an ABA accredited paralegal program is preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a highly regulated industry preferred.
• Working knowledge of New Jersey litigation practice preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision)
• Retirement Plans
• Generous PTO
• Incentive Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement