Healthcare Associate Attorney for New York City Office

Job Overview:

A law firm seeks a Healthcare Associate Attorney with 3-6 years of experience to join its Healthcare & Insurance Division in New York. This position offers a unique opportunity to work across diverse areas of the healthcare industry, advising clients including providers, insurers, and life sciences companies. With a strong focus on healthcare law, this role provides a dynamic platform for professional growth and the opportunity to build a thriving legal practice in a collaborative environment.

Duties:

• Advise healthcare providers, insurers, and life sciences companies on regulatory and transactional matters.
• Draft and review contracts, regulatory filings, and other legal documents related to healthcare law compliance.
• Represent clients in matters involving healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, Medicare/Medicaid compliance, and managed care.
• Conduct legal research on healthcare laws and regulations and apply findings to client cases.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and legal teams to provide comprehensive legal services to healthcare clients.
• Develop and execute legal strategies in line with changing healthcare regulations.
• Stay informed on healthcare regulatory developments and guide compliance and risk management.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in healthcare law, whether in a law firm, regulatory agency, or healthcare industry.
• Proven regulatory and transactional experience advising healthcare providers, insurers, or pharmaceutical/device manufacturers.
• Experience advising on managed care plans is a plus.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and work effectively within a team.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in New York or the ability to waive into the jurisdiction.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of healthcare laws and regulations, including HIPAA, Medicare/Medicaid, and compliance issues.
• Strong legal writing and negotiation skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to clients and colleagues.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision health plans.
• Medical savings accounts and wellness programs.
• Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Generous paid time off for holidays, vacation, jury duty, and personal or family health needs.
• Paid bar dues, bar association memberships, and continuing legal education (CLE) expenses.
• Excellent work-life programs, including service bonuses, backup childcare, and elder care assistance.

This role provides a unique opportunity for a healthcare-focused attorney to grow within a well-established firm and work with a diverse range of clients in the healthcare industry. If you are passionate about healthcare law and seek a challenging yet rewarding career path, this position offers an excellent opportunity for professional development.

This firm is home to nearly 500 attorneys spread across 13 offices nationwide, an excellent size for associates and partners alike. The firm offers a full suite of practice areas and caters to businesses of many sizes and industries, with particularly strong litigation and corporate services. With a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, community involvement, and pro bono service, this is an excellent firm at which to work.