Nursing Home/Assisted Living Facility Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Tallahassee, FL, is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Nursing Home/Assisted Living Facility Attorney to join their team. This role is ideal for a legal professional with a strong background in healthcare law and a passion for advocating for the rights and well-being of residents in nursing homes and assisted living facilities.

Duties:

• Represent clients in legal matters related to nursing homes and assisted living facilities, including but not limited to negligence, abuse, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide legal counsel and guidance to clients on patient rights, facility standards, and contractual obligations.
• Conduct thorough investigations into allegations of abuse or neglect, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
• Prepare and file legal documents related to nursing home and assisted living facility cases, including complaints, motions, and briefs.
• Negotiate settlements and represent clients in hearings, arbitrations, and court proceedings.
• Stay current with changes in healthcare laws and regulations affecting nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
• Collaborate with other attorneys, healthcare professionals, and experts to build strong cases and advocate for clients' best interests.
• Advise clients on compliance with state and federal regulations governing nursing homes and assisted living facilities.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Florida State Bar.
• Experience in healthcare law, focusing on nursing home and assisted living facility issues.
• Demonstrated track record of successful case management and client representation in relevant legal matters.
• Strong understanding of state and federal regulations governing long-term care facilities.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Florida State Bar is required.

Skills:

• Excellent academic credentials and solid legal acumen.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research and documentation.
• Ability to handle sensitive and emotionally charged situations with empathy and professionalism.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced legal environment.

This insurance defense law firm has offices in Orlando, Palm Beach, Tampa, Ft. Lauderdale, Tallahassee, Jacksonville and Miami. There are 40 attorneys who are part of the team working in the areas of worker?s compensation, product liability, insurance law and coverage, PIP, premises liability, federal practice, subrogation, wrongful death, collection and creditor?s rights, boating liability and maritime, E & O professional liability, appellate practice, toxic tort, negligent security, and insurance law and coverage.