Purpose of the RoleWe are seeking a full-time Corporate Paralegal to support our Healthcare Practice Group in the Roseland, NJ office. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced legal environment. The Corporate Paralegal will support healthcare attorneys with a broad range of corporate and regulatory matters, including transactions, entity formations, and ongoing compliance.
This position requires flexibility to work additional hours as needed, particularly during transaction closings and time-sensitive matters.
Responsibilities- Assist with the preparation and filing of corporate documents, including UCC financing statements, articles of incorporation/organization, bylaws, operating agreements, and annual reports.
- Support corporate attorneys on healthcare transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, affiliations, restructurings, and dissolutions, in compliance with applicable healthcare regulations.
- Conduct due diligence for healthcare transactions, including review of business licenses, Medicare/Medicaid enrollment, Stark Law and Anti-Kickback Statute compliance, and state-specific licensing requirements.
- Assist with healthcare entity formations, licensing, and regulatory filings with agencies such as the Department of Health, CMS, and state professional boards.
- Coordinate with clients, attorneys, and regulatory agencies to ensure timely and accurate processing of filings and documents.
- Maintain and organize corporate records, including minute books, stock certificates, professional entity records, and governance documents.
- Prepare and review healthcare-related agreements, including employment agreements, management services agreements, operating agreements, and business associate agreements (BAAs).
- Conduct legal research and compile information related to healthcare compliance matters, including HIPAA, Stark Law, and Anti-Kickback Statute regulations.
- Manage data rooms, track transaction progress, and assist with closings for healthcare-related deals.
- Assist with client correspondence, notarizations, and document execution in accordance with state and federal requirements.
- Utilize MS Office and document management systems for document preparation and case support.
- Maintain filing systems and handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate from an accredited program.
- Minimum 5+ years of experience as a corporate paralegal in a law firm setting, with experience supporting corporate transactions; healthcare experience strongly preferred.
- Experience with healthcare regulatory filings and compliance matters is a plus.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Adobe (Kofax), and document management systems.
- Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborative, team-oriented approach.
- Familiarity with HIPAA, Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, and Medicare/Medicaid regulations is a plus.
- Demonstrated professionalism and discretion in handling confidential information.
Compensation & Benefits: This position offers a salary range of $85,000 - $110,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. Support staff may also be eligible for discretionary year-end bonuses and a merit-based increase. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401(k)-retirement plan, paid time off, and access to additional voluntary programs. The posted salary range reflects the base pay range for this position.
