Junior to Mid-level Health Care Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Los Angeles is seeking a Junior to Mid-level Health Care Litigation Associate Attorney with 2+ years of experience in health care litigation, medical malpractice defense, or relevant litigation experience. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in federal and state court practice and procedure, as well as alternative dispute resolution, along with substantive experience in areas such as the False Claims Act, Stark Law, licensing inquiries, medical staff and hospital issues, or payor reimbursement.

Duties:

• Handle health care litigation matters in federal and state courts.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on a variety of health care law issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in alternative dispute resolution proceedings, including mediations and arbitrations.
• Provide legal counsel and representation to clients in matters related to the False Claims Act, Stark Law, licensing inquiries, medical staff and hospital issues, or payor reimbursement.
• Collaborate with partners, senior attorneys, and clients to develop case strategies and objectives.
• Conduct legal research, analysis, and drafting on a variety of health care law issues.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Manage and prioritize workload effectively to meet deadlines.

Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience in health care litigation, medical malpractice defense, or relevant litigation experience.
• Strong experience in federal and state court practice and procedure.
• Substantive experience in areas such as the False Claims Act, Stark Law, licensing inquiries, medical staff and hospital issues, or payor reimbursement is a plus.
• High level of academic achievement.
• Solid law firm experience.
• Superb research, writing, and communication skills.

Education and Certifications:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Skills:

• Excellent legal research and analytical skills.
• Strong writing and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in legal work.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced work environment.
• Commitment to providing high-quality legal services.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Ranked as one of the Best Client Relationships firm and as one of the top Best Known Firms in the nation, the attorneys in this firm are invested in understanding their clients? businesses from all angels, including the risks, challenges, and issues affecting their industries. This AmLaw 100 firm values diversity and inclusion. Attorneys strive to build true partnerships with the firm?s clients. The firm invests in its associates by providing opportunities for professional development based on each person?s desired career path. The goal is to give each individual the opportunity to achieve their best and take pride in their performance and quality of work. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.