Associate Attorney needed for Chattanooga office

Title: Associate Attorney (Chattanooga, TN)

Job Overview:

A prominent law firm specializing in healthcare law is seeking a dedicated Associate Attorney to join their team in Chattanooga, TN. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work alongside seasoned legal professionals, providing legal guidance on complex healthcare-related matters. The ideal candidate will be a recent graduate with a keen interest in healthcare law and transactional matters.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel to healthcare providers on regulatory compliance, fraud and abuse, licensing, reimbursement, and transactional issues.
• Draft, review, and negotiate healthcare-related agreements, including professional service, joint venture, and employment contracts.
• Assist on healthcare M&A deal teams, including due diligence, regulatory review, and document drafting.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of corporate compliance and HIPAA programs for healthcare providers.
• Work with revenue cycle management and other vendors on legal and regulatory matters.
• Conduct legal research and prepare supporting documentation.
• Participate in presentations to healthcare organizations on relevant legal topics.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the Tennessee Bar or a minimum UBE score of 270+.
• Demonstrated interest in healthcare law.
• Strong analytical, research, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited institution.

Certifications:

• Tennessee Bar membership or eligibility to practice in Tennessee via UBE score.

Skills:

• Proficient in drafting and reviewing legal documents related to healthcare transactions.
• Familiarity with healthcare regulations and compliance issues.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Job Location:

• Chattanooga, TN.

This Tennessee-based law firm is more 120 years old and has three offices in the state. More than fifty skilled attorneys make up the firm. It has seven areas of practice. Automotive, business law and litigation-risk management are a number of its practice disciplines. The firm endorses diversity in the workplace and community outreach.