Mid-Level Life Sciences Health Industry Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Mid-Level Life Sciences Health Industry Associate Attorney to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will provide legal counsel to clients in the life sciences and health industry sectors, focusing on regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and litigation support.

Duties:

• Communicate directly with internal and external clients, offering clear, concise legal advice through live discussions and written correspondence.
• Conduct risk-based analyses of complex regulatory concepts and provide strategic guidance to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
• Understand clients’ business objectives, operations, and strategies to offer practical legal solutions that align with their needs.
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines efficiently while maintaining high-quality work standards.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including FDA compliance, litigation, technology transactions, and health care privacy specialists.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Texas.
• 3-5 years of experience in health care regulatory matters, specifically in the life sciences or health industry sectors.
• Proven experience with Federal health care program regulations (e.g., Medicare, Medicaid), reimbursement, billing, and compliance.
• Familiarity with internal and government investigations, False Claims Act litigation, and medtech industry regulatory frameworks.
• Knowledge of risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
• Expertise in compliance with the Anti-Kickback Statute, including product and service pricing and discounts.
• Understanding of market access issues, including reimbursement support and patient access programs.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in legal research and documentation.
• Adaptability to handle evolving legal and regulatory landscapes in the life sciences and health sectors.

Certifications (Preferred):

Certification in Health Law or related field is a plus.

Commitment, value, excellence, and professional development draw associates to this AmLaw100 firm. This firm has been ranked regionally and nationwide for its vast array of varied practice groups, particularly its corporate practice. Associates are drawn to the collaborative effort at this firm, describing their colleagues as ?patient and willing to teach.? Additionally, the efforts the firm makes to develop careers is appealing to attorneys at this firm. The firm puts emphasis on its diversity, as well as its pro bono requirement hours. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.