Corporate Health Plan Associate Attorney

A law firm located in Houston, TX seeks a highly qualified Corporate Health Plan Associate Attorney to provide strategic legal counsel to dynamic healthcare clients. The role will focus on advising clients in various phases of transactional business, including mergers and acquisitions, equity transactions, venture capital investments, and joint ventures. Additionally, the attorney will assist clients with corporate governance, operational strategy, and day-to-day corporate legal matters.

Duties:

• Advise healthcare clients on strategic transactions such as mergers and acquisitions, asset and equity acquisition transactions, venture capital and private equity investments, and joint ventures.
• Assist clients with corporate and organizational matters including formations, capital raises, operational strategy, and contract negotiations.
• Conduct legal research, analyze complex legal issues, and provide strategic advice and solutions.
• Draft and review legal documents, contracts, and agreements related to corporate transactions and governance.
• Communicate directly with clients, manage client relationships, and ensure high levels of client satisfaction.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams and work as an integral part of the legal department.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Texas and active, good standing.
• 4-6 years of relevant experience practicing law with a focus on health plan operations, regulatory compliance, managed care, and state and federal healthcare laws.
• Expertise in Medicare risk adjustment, STARS, Medicaid matters, provider contracting, and behavioral health parity.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance principles and transactional business practices.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively.
• Superior analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced legal environment.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis.
• Contract drafting and negotiation.
• Strategic legal counseling.
• Client relationship management.
• Teamwork and collaboration.

Certifications:

Certification in healthcare law or related field (preferred).