Managed Care Associate Attorney

A law firm in Birmingham is actively seeking a highly qualified Managed Care Associate Attorney with a strong background in managed care, including extensive experience in handling provider contract and billing disputes, medical necessity, level of care, and coordination of benefits. The ideal candidate should also possess expertise in out-of-network payor provider litigation. This role requires a demonstrated commitment to the field, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a strong desire to assume immediate responsibility for legal matters.

Duties:

• Manage and handle a variety of managed care cases, including provider contract and billing disputes, medical necessity, level of care, and coordination of benefits.
• Specialize in out-of-network payor provider litigation matters.
• Assume immediate responsibility for managing and overseeing legal matters within the managed care practice.
• Engage in legal research, analysis, and brief writing.
• Participate in oral arguments and other legal proceedings.
• Collaborate effectively with legal teams and other professionals within the law firm.

Requirements:

• 4-7 years of general litigation and/or arbitration experience.
• Strong academic credentials and exceptional writing skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to the field of managed care.
• Motivated, personable, articulate, and able to collaborate effectively.
• Prior experience in a law firm environment.
• Bar license in at least one of the following states is preferred: California, Texas, or Florida.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Preferred law school experience includes law clerk internships, moot court, or law review/journal participation.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of managed care, including provider contract and billing disputes.
• Strong legal research and analysis skills.
• Exceptional brief writing and oral argument abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate and work effectively within a legal team.
• Motivated and capable of assuming immediate responsibility for legal matters.