Healthcare Transactional Attorney

A law firm seeks a skilled Healthcare Transactional Attorney with 3+ years of experience to join its team in Austin, TX. This attorney will focus on regulatory and transactional matters within the healthcare industry, including an in-depth understanding of healthcare laws such as the federal Anti-Kickback Statute, Stark Law, and HIPAA/HITECH. The role involves drafting and negotiating a variety of corporate and transactional documents, including entity formation, governance, compliance, and merger/acquisition documents. The ideal candidate will bring a detail-oriented approach, a strong work ethic, and a collaborative attitude. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking to further their careers in healthcare law while contributing to business development efforts.

Duties

• Prepare and negotiate corporate and transactional documents, such as entity formation, governance documents, operating agreements, compliance documents, and M&A agreements.
• Advise clients on regulatory matters, including compliance with healthcare-specific laws such as the Anti-Kickback Statute, Stark Law, and HIPAA/HITECH.
• Assist in structuring healthcare transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and other business deals.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance on healthcare law issues, helping clients navigate the complex regulatory environment.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with clients, contributing to the firm’s business development efforts.
• Collaborate with other legal professionals to ensure the smooth execution of healthcare transactions and compliance strategies.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in healthcare transactional law, with specific knowledge of healthcare regulations such as the Anti-Kickback Statute, Stark Law, and HIPAA/HITECH.
• Proven experience in drafting and negotiating corporate and transactional documents.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas.
• Business development experience is a plus.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active membership in the Texas State Bar.

Skills

• Expertise in healthcare laws, including the Anti-Kickback Statute, Stark Law, and HIPAA/HITECH.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and legal analysis skills.
• Ability to manage complex healthcare transactions and compliance matters.
• Outstanding communication and client management skills.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Health insurance with options for HSA/FSA.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Parking/public transportation allowance.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).

This role offers the opportunity to grow in a dynamic area of law, working with both healthcare industry clients and internal teams to drive complex transactions.

An entrepreneurial firm with a great culture serving clients in all areas of business and government legal services, this firm delivers a client-centered culture. Ranked as a Top 100 client service law firm in the United States, as well as employing 64 Best Lawyers in America, this multi-disciplinary, international law firm draws on their attorneys' comprehensive industry and policy knowledge, as well as the global network of industry advisor and subject-matter exerts, to provide innovative legal solutions and client-service excellence worldwide.