Health Care Attorney

8-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

Health Care Attorney

At Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Health Care Attorney with at least eight years of healthcare experience to join our legal team. This is an opportunity to work with the Best.

## Overview

* Job ID: 1708
* Position: Attorney
* Practice Area: Healthcare
* Open Date: Thursday, August 17, 2023
* Job Function: Legal
* Location: Multiple Offices

## Job Description

The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of federal and state healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, Anti-Kickback Statute and Stark Law. Additionally, they will have transactional health care experience handling hospital, health system and/or physician practice acquisitions, physician contracts, joint ventures and affiliations.

## Job Requirements

### Knowledge Base & Education

* In-depth knowledge of federal and state healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, Anti-Kickback Statute and Stark Law
* 8+ years of healthcare experience working for a law firm, healthcare system, hospital, or university with specific experience in transactional work, regulatory due diligence, and contracting.
* Transactional healthcare experience handling hospital, health system or physician practice acquisitions, physician contracts, joint ventures, and affiliations.
* Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and active state bar membership.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

### Responsibilities

* Joint Venture and M&A expertise: Provide expert legal counsel on joint ventures, mergers, and acquisitions involving healthcare entities, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
* Anti-Kickback and Stark Law Compliance: Lead efforts to interpret, and apply anti-kickback and Stark Law regulations on behalf of clients.
* Contract Review and Negotiation: Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents pertaining to healthcare transactions, partnerships, and services.
* Regulatory Compliance: Stay abreast of changing healthcare laws and regulations to proactively identify compliance risks and provide guidance to clients.

### Adaptability

* Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves and Firm needs change
* Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
* Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team

### Collaborate

* Ability and confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions
* Agility to respond to unexpected challenges, including proactively developing innovative solutions to complex problems while maintaining a professional demeanor

### Professionalism

* Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgment
* Valid authorization to work in the .

## Why You Should Apply

At Michael Best, we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that provides a variety of resources designed to enhance its employees’ overall well-being, both at work and at home. Competitive base pay, outstanding benefits, opportunities for learning and growth, programs designed to help you plan for the future, and perks that inspire your downtime are all part of our total compensation package.

## Learning and Growth

* Challenging and Dynamic Role
* Career Development Planning
* Professional Growth Opportunities
* Performance Management and Coaching
* Specialized Training Programs
* Mentorship Program
* Bar Exam/Bar Review Course Reimbursement

## Health & Wellness

* Medical
* Dental
* Vision Care
* Health Savings Accounts
* Flexible Spending Accounts
* Wellness Program
* Employee and Family Assistance Program

## Total Compensation

* Competitive Base Pay
* Outstanding Benefits
* Unlimited PTO Plus 10 Paid Holidays
* Performance Recognition
* ABA, State and Local Bar Membership Fee Reimbursement

## Planning for the Future

* 401(k) with Company Contribution
* Short Term Disability Plan
* Long Term Disability Plan
* Life Insurance
* Critical Illness Insurance
* Parental/Family Leave

## Culture and Workplace

* Respected Organization with Collaborative Culture
* Growing Firm with an Exciting Future
* Healthy Work-Life Balance
* Flexible Remote Work Policy (Ability to work remote up to days per week)
* Contemporary Work Environment
* Positive and Respectful Work Climate

The starting salary for associate positions in our Denver office is $190,000. Pay is determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, depth of experience in the practice area. Associates are eligible to participate in Michael Best’s associate bonus program, subject to the program’s conditions and restrictions. This position is considered full-time and is therefore eligible to participate in employer-sponsored benefits, including: medical, dental, vision, as well as elective/voluntary life, disability, and accident coverage. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in the firm's 401k plan.

To be considered for this position, please submit an application via our online portal. Please contact Jennifer Hade at with any questions.

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Accident Insurance, Performance Recognition, ABA, State and Local Bar Membership Fee Reimbursement, Unlimited PTO, 10 Paid Holidays, Parental/Family Leave

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

Submit an application via our online portal.

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