Junior to Mid-Level Managed Care Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a Junior to Mid-Level Managed Care Litigation Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will possess 2-3 years of experience in complex commercial litigation and arbitration, with a particular focus on managed care or health care. This position requires excellent academic credentials, strong writing, research, analytical, and verbal communication skills. The attorney will be responsible for managing multiple cases, overseeing regulatory and compliance matters, and serving as a key point of contact for clients while coordinating with other associates and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and litigate cases involving managed care and health care issues.
• Act as the primary contact for clients, providing legal counsel and updates on case progress.
• Coordinate with associates and support staff to ensure effective case management and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Handle complex commercial litigation and arbitration, including drafting and reviewing legal documents, conducting discovery, and preparing for trial.
• Provide strategic legal advice on regulatory and compliance matters related to managed care.
• Represent clients in court, depositions, and arbitration hearings.
• Conduct detailed legal research and analysis on managed care and health care laws and regulations.
• Maintain and strengthen client relationships through effective communication and counsel.
• Stay current with changes in managed care and health care regulations and case law.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing of the California State Bar.
• 2-3 years of law firm or relevant in-house experience in complex commercial litigation and arbitration.
• Required experience in managed care or health care.
• Proven ability to manage multiple cases and regulatory or compliance matters.
• Significant case management and/or client counseling experience preferred.

Skills:

• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong writing, research, analytical, and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in managing complex litigation and arbitration processes.
• In-depth knowledge of managed care and health care regulations.
• Effective organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic legal counsel and build client relationships.
• Familiarity with legal research tools and case management software.

Benefits Offered:

• 401k Plan
• Medical Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Virtual Health Services
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Lyra Health Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Family Leave
• College Savings Plan
• Transportation Benefit
• Back-Up Child Care
• College Coach Services
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Sick Time
• Vacation Time
• Excess Liability Insurance