Paralegal I

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As a legal department, we are committed to cultivating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace in which all Teammates feel that they are treated with respect, are valued for the skills and qualities they contribute and belong. We also believe that diversity extends beyond traditional protected classes to the fullness of lived experiences and backgrounds. Our investment in Diversity & Belonging means that we are better able to harness the wide range of talents and perspectives among our teammates to develop collaborative, creative, and effective solutions to an array of business challenges; but most importantly, because it is simply the right thing to do.

At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second.  We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong."  Our goal is to embed Diversity & Belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are.  We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. As such, individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Here’s what you can expect as a Paralegal I with the Office of Special Counsel at DaVita:

DaVita’s in-house legal team is known as the “Justice League of DaVita,” or “JLD.”  The JLD is comprised of over 250 attorneys, paralegals, and professionals in countries around the globe.  The JLD values analytical rigor, commitment to professional development, and a passion for excellence.

The Paralegal I, Office of Special Counsel (“OSC”), will be a member of a broad litigation team comprised of attorneys, paralegals, and legal professionals.  More specifically, the Paralegal I will primarily support the OSC team in conducting and managing internal investigations relating to legal and compliance matters, responding to government inquiries, supporting government-facing litigation matters, and managing special projects.  The Paralegal I will also work collaboratively with other legal and business teams.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Collaborating with OSC attorneys on internal investigations, to include participating in witness interviews, taking thorough and detailed notes, drafting interview memoranda, and assisting with investigation strategy
• Interfacing with outside counsel and law firm paralegals to ensure alignment on matters
• Managing document collection, review, and production, to include partnering with and overseeing e-discovery vendors when needed
• Tracking and driving progress toward completion of responses to government investigations, inquiries, and subpoenas
• Managing internal team reporting on matter metrics and goals
• Document organization and filing
• Planning and organizing both small and large events
• Establishing a collaborative working relationship with members of the litigation team, the broader legal team, and business clients
• Developing and executing various special assignments
• Participating in process improvements and establishment of best demonstrated practices
• Being an enthusiastic participant in the life of the JLD and JLD committees

* This role is for a hybrid work schedule, with 2-3 days per week in office at DaVita’s headquarters located in Denver, Colorado. *

Education:

• Associate’s Degree required
• Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-accredited program preferred

Our ideal candidate possesses:

• Active listening skills as well as strong written and oral communication skills.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.

• Willingness and desire to learn new skills.
• Team oriented with a focus on collaboration, support, and continuous improvement.
• Drive to achieve priorities through accountability, ownership, and service excellence.
• Ability to spend time with the team to solve problems, understand needs, and explore new and creative ways of doing things.
• Emotional intelligence, adaptability, and confidence.
• Respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.
• Commitment to DaVita’s Core Values:  Service Excellent, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Integrity, Team, Fulfillment, and Fun.
• A good sense of humor and commitment to fun.

Here is what you can expect when you join our Village:
• A "community first, company second" culture based on Core Values that really matter.
• Clinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average.
• Award-winning education and training across multiple career paths to help you reach your potential.
• Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
• A comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, your financial well-being and your future.
• Dedication, above all, to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney failure across the nation.
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Join us as we pursue our vision "To Build the Greatest Healthcare Community the World has Ever Seen."
Why wait? Explore a career with DaVita today.
Go to http://careers.davita.com to learn more or apply.

What We’ll Provide:

More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
• Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more

• Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita’s online training platform StarLearning.

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This position will be open for a minimum of three days.

Salary/ Wage Range

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits  

Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process.  You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.