Legal Intern, Paid

Position Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Regularly meet with the Associate General Counsel for project briefs and research assignments, ensuring clear communication and understanding of tasks.
• Collaborate with the Privacy Officer on projects related to privacy and compliance.
• Conduct research on legal matters and draft memos for internal legal affairs, containing recommendations and evaluations of potential liabilities.
• Manage incoming Protected Health Information (PHI) incident reports and conduct further fact-finding to assess potential breaches; author PHI breach risk assessments and present findings to the review committee.
• Assist in analyzing and revising policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal laws and regulations, identifying and addressing any potential legal issues. [with HIPAA, ADA, Oklahoma laws, 42 CFR Part 2, COA Standards, and ODMHSAS]
• Collaborate with program staff to review existing program policies and procedures, draft new policies as needed, and compile relevant documentation.
• Participate in the drafting of contracts and lease agreements, providing support to the legal team in negotiating and finalizing these documents.

Qualifications

• Education: Enrolled in a Juris Doctor (J.D.) program at an accredited law school
• Experience: Completion of at least one year of law school

Performance Competencies

• Research
• Incident Report Management
• Policy Review and Revision
• Document Drafting
• Legal Team Support

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong research and analytical skills to gather and interpret legal information accurately.
• Proficiency in legal research tools, Microsoft Office Suite, and other relevant software applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to draft clear and concise memos, reports, and policies.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, contributing effectively to a diverse team.

Certifications/Licenses

• Must possess a valid Driver License and satisfactory driving record and use personal automobile to travel to locations other than primary office.
• Proof of automobile insurance required.