Mid-level Associate Attorney with 2-4 years of transactional and regulatory experience in health care law

Job Overview: A leading law firm is seeking two highly qualified mid-level Associate Attorneys to join its nationally recognized Health Care Practice Group in Chicago. This position is suited for attorneys with 2-4 years of transactional and regulatory experience in health care law, providing an opportunity to work with a diverse client base in the global health care sector.

Location:

• Chicago, IL

Duties:

• Represent clients across various health care sectors, including hospitals, health care systems, academic medical centers, physician groups, payors, and medical device manufacturers.
• Counsel clients on a wide range of legal issues affecting the health care industry.
• Assist in structuring and negotiating transactions, such as mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and private equity deals.
• Provide guidance on complex regulatory and compliance matters, including government audits and investigations.

Requirements:

• 2-4 years of experience in health care law, with a focus on transactional and regulatory matters.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory issues, including the False Claims Act, Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, HIPAA/HITECH, managed care contracting, and Medicare/Medicaid regulations.
• Experience representing health care institutions and businesses in legal matters.
• Proven ability to manage a variety of health care-related cases and transactions.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active Bar admission in the state of Illinois or eligibility for admission.

Skills:

• Excellent knowledge of health care regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong academic credentials with a proven track record in health care law.
• Excellent research, writing, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple cases simultaneously.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a nationally recognized practice group.
• Exposure to a diverse range of clients and cases in the health care industry.

This distinguished law firm was established more than 140 years ago and employs a significantly large team of highly skilled attorneys. The firm has several law offices located across the U.S. and abroad. A few of the firm's key practice areas are antitrust law, intellectual property law, and litigation. This law practice is actively involved in pro bono efforts and committed to maintaining diversity at the workplace.