Paralegal

Applied Medical; Rancho Santa Margarita (CA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 45,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with discretionary employer match

Education reimbursement program

Job summary

Applied Medical is looking for a Paralegal to support its Legal Department by managing various legal operations, such as litigation support, contract administration, and immigration processing. This role will require attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities while working closely with attorneys and cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 1-2 years of legal experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $27 to $33/hour, depending on experience, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of full-time legal experience, supporting litigation and contracts.
• Strong drafting, editing, and proofreading abilities.
• Knowledge of civil litigation processes and immigration procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file civil litigation documents and coordinate court filings.
• Manage contract lifecycles and maintain accurate legal records.
• Provide general administrative support to the Legal department.

Skills

Legal support

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Applied Medical is a new generation medical device company with a proven business model and commitment to innovation fueled by rapid business growth and expansion. Our company has been developing and manufacturing advanced surgical technologies for over 35 years and has earned a strong reputation for excellence in the healthcare field.

Position Description

The Paralegal supports Applied Medical’s Legal Department by managing a broad range of legal operations, including litigation support, judgment enforcement, contract administration, immigration processing, and corporate governance activities. This role plays a critical part in maintaining accurate legal records and enabling efficient legal workflows across the organization. The Paralegal partners closely with attorneys, company leadership, and cross‑functional stakeholders to support corporate legal functions, civil litigation matters, and business contracts within a regulated medical device environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and file civil litigation documents, coordinate court filings, attend hearings, and support judgment enforcement activities.
• Support litigation efforts by managing dockets, tracking deadlines, and coordinating action items with internal and external legal partners.
• Track contract lifecycles, including contract intake, approvals, renewals, amendments, and termination dates, and provide status updates to stakeholders.
• Draft, revise, and manage letters, agreements, and legal documents for various business groups while maintaining accurate records in contract management systems.
• Maintain corporate governance records, including organizational documents, board and committee minutes, annual reports, and stock certificates.
• Process immigration matters by compiling eligibility documentation, collaborating with internal stakeholders, tracking filing deadlines, and maintaining electronic case files.
• Provide general administrative and operational legal support, including document editing, formatting, scanning, filing, and database maintenance.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required by the Legal department.

Success in This Role Looks Like

• Accurately maintain legal filings, contracts, and corporate records.
• Provide legal support and offer solutions to cross‑functional teams.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and maintain attention to detail.

Position Requirements

This position requires the following skills and attributes:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience with strong academic or technical foundations.
• Possess one to two years of full‑time legal experience, primarily supporting litigation and contracts activities. Ideal candidate has experience in both areas, but company will train as needed.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of civil litigation processes, immigration procedures, and legal documentation standards.
• Apply understanding of contract documents, contract concepts, and agreement lifecycle management.
• Exhibit strong drafting, editing, and proofreading skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Communicate clearly and professionally through written and verbal correspondence.
• Work collaboratively with internal clients and legal team members at all organizational levels.
• Manage multiple priorities independently while meeting tight deadlines and maintaining accuracy.
• Demonstrate strong organizational, time‑management, and follow‑through skills.
• Use Microsoft Office applications and Adobe Acrobat proficiently and learn contract management or legal database systems quickly.

Preferred

• Hold an American Bar Association approved paralegal certificate or paralegal studies credential.
• Knowledge of corporate governance, litigation, contract lifecycles, and immigration processes.
• Experience using contract management software or legal matter management systems.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation range: $27 - $33/hour (California).
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Training and mentorship opportunities.
• On‑campus wellness activities.
• Education reimbursement program.
• 401(k) program with discretionary employer match.
• Generous vacation accrual and paid holiday schedule.

Please note that the compensation range may be adjusted in the future, and bonus and incentive compensation plans may apply. Our total reward package reflects our commitment to employee growth and well‑being, as we invest in your development and offer a range of benefits designed to enhance your career and life.

All compensation and benefits are subject to plan documents and written agreements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applied Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), or sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws in the locations where Applied Medical operates.