State Paralegal II (Healthcare)

Bring your litigation and case management skills to a legal team whose work supports health care services across Oklahoma. This 6– 12 month assignment offers the chance to work closely with attorneys on research, court filings, and the details that keep cases moving.

The Team You Will be Joining

You’ll join the legal department of a state health care agency in Oklahoma City. The team supports the agency’s work through legal research, document preparation, litigation support, and careful management of court deadlines. You’ll collaborate with attorneys, the General Counsel, and Deputy General Counsels.

Major Duties

• Draft, edit, and proofread legal documents and correspondence; conduct legal research and summarize your findings.
• File documents in state and federal courts, including through e-filing systems, and track filing and response deadlines.
• Organize case files, exhibits, and supporting documents so attorneys have what they need when they need it.
• Coordinate with witnesses and assist attorneys in preparing for legal proceedings.
• Provide scheduling, correspondence, and other administrative support to the legal team.
  
  

What Are We Looking For?

• One of the following: an associate degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, or a related field and one year of paralegal or legal assistant experience; a qualifying paralegal certification or ABA-approved program and two years of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and three years of experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, proofreading, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage complex work and meet firm deadlines.
• Experience drafting legal documents and supporting litigation. Familiarity with state and federal court procedures, e-filing systems, or legal case management software is especially helpful.
• The ability to work effectively with attorneys, witnesses, and colleagues while keeping case information accurate and organized.
• Medicaid or other health care experience, paralegal certification, or a Notary Public commission is a plus.
  
  

Exciting Opportunity Details

• Rate: $30/hour
• Contract: Temporary assignment, expected to last 6–12 months
• Worksite location: Oklahoma City (73105) North Lincoln Boulevard area, just north of the State Capitol in Oklahoma City
• Work arrangement: Fully onsite
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; 40 hours per week
  
  

The Peak Performers Difference

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance after 60 days
• Employees may choose to participate in a 403(b) retirement plan
• Qualified applicants with chronic medical conditions and/or disabilities receive priority placement
• Weekly pay through direct deposit
• In business since 1994, with thousands of job placements
  
  

All employment offers are contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Applicants for employment with Peak Performers must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship for a visa now or in the future.

Peak Performers is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Peak Performers does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.

Job ID: Hv6479031023