Healthcare Litigation Associate

Job Overview:
Seeking a Healthcare Litigation Associate with 4-6 years of experience to join a prestigious law firm’s New York office. The ideal candidate will have expertise in healthcare and commercial litigation, handling a variety of cases independently while also collaborating with the firm’s Healthcare team. This position provides an excellent opportunity to work with healthcare-focused clients on a range of legal matters, including regulatory compliance, hospital privilege actions, and healthcare transactions.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel to healthcare-focused clients on federal and state regulatory issues.
• Manage all aspects of healthcare litigation, including drafting pleadings, motions, preparing discovery, and attending court conferences.
• Handle hospital privilege actions and insurance company Examinations Under Oath.
• Draft, review, and negotiate agreements related to healthcare transactions, including mergers and acquisitions.
• Maintain direct communication with clients and firm attorneys, providing updates and strategic recommendations.
• Handle insurance audits and professional license board matters, including representation before the OPMC and OPD.
• Prepare for and attend administrative agency hearings.

Requirements:

• 4-6 years of experience in healthcare/commercial litigation.
• Proven ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong research, writing, and communication abilities.
• Must be admitted to the New York State Bar.
• Experience with New York State court litigation.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admitted to practice law in New York.

Skills:

• Excellent legal research and drafting skills.
• Strong communication and client management skills.
• Ability to handle complex healthcare litigation and regulatory matters.
• Expertise in managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

This is a full-service law firm that provides a complete and diversified range of services to help our business and individual clients deal with their important legal matters.