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Job Title: Paralegal

Location: Barnabas Health Corp

Department: General Counsel Office

Req#: 000195443

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Pay Range: 83,156.00 - 117,458.00 Annual

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Paralegal, Employment Law

Job Overview:

RWJBarnabas Health, a leading academic health system in New Jersey, is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Paralegal to join its Legal Affairs Department. This role will support the Assistant General Counsel & Vice President of Legal Affairs Employment in managing legal matters related to employment and labor issues within the organization. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of paralegal experience, preferably in a corporate or law firm setting. While experience in employment law is a plus, it is not required.

Reports to:

The Paralegal, Employment Law, reports directly to the Assistant General Counsel & Vice President of Legal Affairs Employment

Qualifications:

• Minimum of five (5) years of paralegal experience in a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are critical for success in this role.
• Experience in employment law is a plus but not required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and document management systems.
• Strong research and analytical skills, with experience using legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis).
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with legal and HR teams.
• Paralegal certification or equivalent education preferred.

Essential Functions:

• Provide paralegal support for the legal team in employment-related matters, including documentation, case management, and research.
• Draft, review, and organize legal documents, correspondence, and agreements.
• Assist in responding to subpoenas, discovery requests, and administrative agency inquiries (e.g., EEOC, DOL, state labor agencies).
• Maintain and manage legal files, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and accessibility.
• Support internal investigations by compiling evidence, organizing documentation, and preparing summaries.
• Conduct legal research on employment law issues and prepare memoranda as needed.
• Assist in the preparation of training materials, presentations, and reports for internal stakeholders.
• Track deadlines, filings, and compliance requirements related to employment law matters.
• Coordinate with outside counsel and internal departments as needed.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Information:

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
• .and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

• Conduct research to support legal proceedings
• Assist with the drafting and reviewing of legal documents
• Investigate facts to help in the negotiation of legal disputes
• Monitor and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
• Record and store client information

• Previous experience as a paralegal or other legal field
• Familiarity with legal research
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Deadline and detail-oriented

• Prepare state and federal pleadings and civil cover sheets
• File court documents electronically
• Prepare and monitor the service of the complaints
• Draft and filing EEOC Charges and responses
• Draft various correspondence and legal documents
• Draft interrogatories and document requests
• Work with clients and assist in responding to discovery requests
• Work with clients to obtain information requests via email, fax, or standard mail and maintain organization of information
• Coordinate and conduct meetings with clients
• Compile, organize and bate stamp discovery responses
• Draft and respond to subpoenas
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• Prepare trial materials and binders if necessary
• Calendar court appearances, depositions, mediations, and client appointments
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• Education: Bachelor's degree
• Experience: 1-2 years of related experience

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Active listening
• Critical thinking
• Time management
• Coordination
• Judgment and decision making
• Monitoring

• Conduct research to support legal proceedings
• Assist with the drafting and reviewing of legal documents
• Investigate facts to help in the negotiation of legal disputes
• Monitor and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
• Record and store client information

• Previous experience as a paralegal or other legal field
• Familiarity with legal research
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Deadline and detail-oriented

• Conduct research to support legal proceedings
• Assist with the drafting and reviewing of legal documents
• Investigate facts to help in the negotiation of legal disputes
• Monitor and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
• Record and store client information

• Previous experience as a paralegal or other legal field
• Familiarity with legal research
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Deadline and detail-oriented

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Our law firm client is seeking an Associate to join their stellar team in their Glendale, CA office.

In office requirements: Must be in office at least 3 day per week. Must be able to do court appearances. Onsite preferred, hybrid considered.

Salary Range: $100,000 - $160,000 (1-4 years of experience). 4% increase for every additional year of experience.

Job Description:

• Litigate in federal court, specializing in employee benefits law.
• Manage cases, collaborate with paralegals, and attend court hearings.

• Handle federal court litigation focusing on employee benefits.
• Conduct legal research, draft documents, and communicate with clients and courts.
• Contribute to a collegial work environment and firm culture.

• California Bar admission required.
• 1-3 years of litigation experience preferred.
• Background in employee benefits or bankruptcy law strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with ERISA and federal court procedures beneficial.
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills.

• Hybrid work schedule: 1 day in office required.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and relocation assistance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.
• Engage in meaningful work advocating for working people and labor rights.

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance