Health Transactions and Regulations Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A prominent law firm is seeking a Health Transactions and Regulations Associate Attorney with 1-4 years of experience for their Des Moines office. This position offers the opportunity to work on transactional and regulatory compliance matters in the healthcare sector, including mergers and acquisitions, contract drafting, and advising clients on compliance with healthcare regulations such as HIPAA, Stark Law, and the Anti-Kickback Statute.

Location

• Des Moines, IA

Duties

• Support mergers and acquisitions teams on health-related transactions.
• Negotiate and draft contracts for clients in the healthcare industry.
• Research state and federal licensure and certification requirements.
• Advise clients on healthcare regulatory compliance, including Stark Law, HIPAA, and the Anti-Kickback Statute.
• Stay informed on healthcare regulatory developments and provide updates to clients.

Requirements

• 1-4 years of experience in transactional health law and regulatory matters.
• Strong academic performance, ranking in the top 30% of law school graduates.
• Excellent communication, organization, research, and analytical skills.
• Interest or background in healthcare or related healthcare experience is preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a top-tier law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the Iowa Bar, or eligibility to waive in or sit for the Iowa bar exam.

Skills

• Proficiency in health law regulations and transactional matters.
• Strong legal drafting and negotiation abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle complex regulatory issues.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, including coverage for infertility, gender-affirming care, and behavioral health.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic and optional life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.
• Paid Time Off: Flexible time off, 15 weeks of paid parental leave, and additional short-term disability for birth.
• Additional Benefits:
  • Paid holidays and adoption assistance.
  • Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax transportation programs.
  • Backup child and elder care, education and college advising, virtual tutoring, and well-being programs.
  • Travel assistance program and access to an employee assistance program with confidential counseling.
• Bonuses and Stipends: Discretionary and productivity bonuses, clerkship bonuses, relocation expenses, and bar review stipends for eligible attorneys.

This is an international law firm with offices all over North America as well as Latin America, Asia and Europe. This firm has made a name for itself in representing technology companies, and has particular expertise in intellectual property matters. It hires the best and brightest from top national and regional law schools, and requires superior academic record. Its clients range from emerging growth companies to Fortune 500 companies, from individuals to government and public entities, and from commercial enterprises to non-profit institutions. The firm maintains a collegial atmosphere, and everyone at the firm seems to get along with one another. Compensation is tops for the Des Moines area, and the billable requirement is reasonable. This firm is a great fit for someone interested in a firm that has an international reputation as being one of the premier law firms for lawyers interested in technology practice, including finance, mergers & acquisitions, litigation and trial, and intellectual property matters.