Our client, a highly respected 50-person law firm, is seeking an accomplished Partner with a focus on healthcare regulatory or healthcare transactions law. This role is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned legal professional to join a dynamic firm that provides sophisticated counsel to small and medium-sized businesses.

As a Partner, you will serve as an outside in-house counsel, offering expert legal guidance to a range of healthcare clients, including providers, clinics, and other entities navigating the complexities of healthcare law. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in regulatory compliance, transactions, or a combination of both, with a proven track record of client success and business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as outside general counsel for small to medium-sized healthcare businesses, providing strategic legal advice tailored to their operational and business needs.
• Handle regulatory matters, including compliance with federal and state healthcare laws such as HIPAA, Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, False Claims Act, and other industry-specific regulations.
• Assist clients with healthcare transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, practice consolidations, and strategic affiliations.
• Provide counsel on licensure and accreditation issues, reimbursement matters, and Medicare/Medicaid compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts such as management agreements, employment contracts, and vendor agreements.
• Represent clients in administrative proceedings, audits, and investigations conducted by healthcare regulatory bodies.
• Monitor changes in healthcare law and policy to provide proactive advice and risk management strategies to clients.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships while actively participating in business development initiatives to expand the firm’s healthcare practice.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the bar in the firm’s jurisdiction or ability to waive in.
• A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in healthcare regulatory or healthcare transactions law.
• Deep knowledge of healthcare regulatory frameworks, including familiarity with CMS regulations, licensing requirements, and corporate practice of medicine laws.
• Proven ability to lead complex healthcare transactions from due diligence through closing.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to deliver strategic legal counsel that aligns with clients' business goals.
• Demonstrated success in client relationship management and business development.
• Collaborative mindset with a desire to contribute to the firm’s culture and mentorship of junior attorneys.