Managed Care Associate Attorney

A law firm in New York City is actively seeking a Managed Care Associate Attorney with a solid background in managed care, demonstrating expertise in provider contract and billing disputes, medical necessity, level of care, and coordination of benefits. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to the field, exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, and a desire to take immediate responsibility for legal matters. This role requires motivation, personability, articulation, and effective collaboration, along with experience in a law firm setting. The candidate should possess strong academic credentials, excellent writing skills, and 4-7 years of experience in general litigation and/or arbitration.

Duties:

• Handle managed care cases, specifically provider contract and billing disputes, medical necessity, level of care, and coordination of benefits.
• Manage out-of-network payor provider litigation matters.
• Assume immediate responsibility for legal matters within the managed care practice.
• Conduct legal research, analysis, and contribute to brief writing.
• Participate in oral arguments and other legal proceedings.
• Collaborate with legal teams and other professionals within the law firm.

Requirements:

• 4-7 years of general litigation and/or arbitration experience.
• Strong academic credentials and exceptional writing skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to the field of managed care.
• Motivated, personable, articulate, and capable of effective collaboration.
• Experience working in a law firm setting.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Preferred law school experience includes law clerk internships, moot court, or law review/journal participation.

Certifications:

Bar license in at least one of the following states: California, Texas, or Florida (preferred).

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of managed care, including provider contract and billing disputes.
• Legal research and analysis skills.
• Strong brief writing and oral argument skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset.
• Motivated to assume immediate responsibility for legal matters.