Legal Assistant to General Counsel (Part-time)

Mountainstar Capital Partners Inc•Atlanta, GA

11h

About The Position

The Legal Assistant to the General Counsel provides high-level substantive and administrative support by managing the high stakes documentation for CODA accreditation, and compliance auditing to ensure the school remains legally and operationally secure.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (BS) from four-year college or university
Minimum of three to five years of related experience under attorney supervision and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Computer Skills Required: Expert in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Discretion & Confidentiality: Perform with unwavering integrity and maintain confidentiality due to handling of sensitive information
Experience with Contract Lifecycle Management
Accreditation Knowledge: Familiarity with CODA standards
HIPAA & FERPA Proficiency: Deep understanding of patient privacy laws and student record privacy
Project Management and Prioritization: Ability to oversee multiple projects and exercise high-level judgment to filter communications and prioritize the GC’s time
Professional Communication: Ability to translate complex legal jargon into clear documentation for residents, faculty, and staff while using discretion under supervision of GC

Nice To Haves

Certificates, licenses and registrations preferred: Certified Legal Assistant Certification provided by NALS or Advanced Certified Paralegal

Responsibilities

Assist with managing the General Counsel’s calendar; schedule meetings on behalf of General Counsel
Prepare expense reports and submit to accounting on behalf of General Counsel
Prepare documents, agendas, and record minutes for meetings as requested by the General Counsel
Assist with travel arrangements for General Counsel
Serve as primary point of contact between General Counsel and other departments or external parties
Draft routine legal documents, contracts, and correspondence
Organize and maintain physical and electronic files
Assist with research and maintain current knowledge on regulations, health law, and company policies
Assist with maintaining repository of school legal policies
Assist the General Counsel in preparing documentation for the Commission on Dental Accreditation to maintain the program’s standing
Assist with the preparation and organization of sensitive documentation for internal investigations including resident, faculty, or staff conduct, ensuring all procedures align with school policy and federal regulatory requirements
Assist with document preparation for litigation, organizing evidence, and monitoring regulatory compliance
Assist with contract lifecycle management
Performs other related duties as assigned by the General Counsel.