Paralegal

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan•Detroit, MI

About The Position

This position supports attorneys in the Office of General Counsel (OGC). All tasks are performed under the supervision and direction of attorneys. The role includes preparing legal documents, conducting legal research, compiling records, reviewing and summarizing documents, making timely regulatory, court, and administrative filings, and communicating with internal and external stakeholders about legal matters affecting the organization. The Paralegal assists attorneys with document preparation; serves as a liaison among internal parties for scheduling and information sharing; organizes and manages documents, including creating spreadsheets and presentations; and coordinates document collection, review, and production. The role researches factual issues using in-house files and outside reference sources, compiles information, and prepares statistics, charts, graphs, and other summaries. It also involves working with personnel in court systems, BCBSM or subsidiary departments, state and federal agencies, legislative and governmental staffs, and other BCBS plans. The Paralegal manages project timelines, documents progress, and communicates associated risks to attorneys or management, and performs other related duties as required. In litigation, the Paralegal assists attorneys in defending and prosecuting civil litigation, administrative proceedings, and arbitration proceedings. The role supports preparation of pleadings and other written communications, including briefs, motions, memoranda, opinions, and responses in routine matters. Case and matter preparation includes verifying subscriber or group eligibility and obtaining pertinent contracts, certificates, riders, and other relevant documents and information for routine matters.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Completion of an ABA-certified legal assistant program.
Demonstrated legal research skills.
Proficiency with LEXIS-NEXIS or similar software.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Articulate written and oral communication skills.
Ability to organize and prioritize assignments without constant supervision.
Ability to analyze routine fact situations.
Effectiveness in investigating matters, including interviewing relevant individuals when necessary.
Other related skills and/or abilities may be required to perform the job.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience as a legal assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare legal documents and assist attorneys with document preparation.
Conduct legal research and research factual issues using in-house files and outside reference sources.
Compile records and information; review and summarize documents.
Make timely regulatory, court, and administrative filings.
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders regarding legal matters affecting the organization.
Act as a liaison among internal parties for scheduling and sharing information.
Organize and manage documents, including creating spreadsheets and presentations.
Coordinate the collection, review, and production of documents.
Prepare statistics, charts, graphs, and other summaries of findings.
Work with personnel in court systems, BCBSM or subsidiary departments, state and federal agencies, legislative and governmental staffs, and other BCBS plans.
Manage project timelines, document progress, and communicate associated risks to attorneys or management.
Assist attorneys in defending and prosecuting civil litigation, administrative proceedings, and arbitration proceedings.
Assist attorneys in preparing pleadings and written communications, including briefs, motions, memoranda, opinions, and responses in routine matters.
Prepare cases and matters by verifying subscriber or group eligibility and obtaining pertinent contracts, certificates, riders, and other relevant documents and information for routine matters.
Perform other related duties as required.