Associate Counsel

Overview

A clinical solutions organization specializing in Medicare Advantage Institutional Special Needs Plans (I-SNP) and clinical management services is seeking an Associate Counsel to join its legal department. The organization focuses on optimizing the quality of life for people in long-term care by addressing their individualized health needs. This role supports that mission by providing legal guidance and support across the company.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and editing a variety of agreements with varying complexity, including NDAs, MSAs, SOWs, BAAs, and employment-related documents.
• Collaborating with multiple departments within the organization.
• Providing legal guidance, support, and education to internal teams.
• Advising on company and business law matters relevant to a highly regulated healthcare and insurance environment.
• Managing relationships with external parties as needed.
• Balancing risk management with business growth objectives.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, preferably from a U.S. News Top 50 institution.
• Admission and good standing with a state bar; eligibility for authorized in-house counsel designation if necessary.
• Minimum of 6-8 years of practicing attorney experience, with a focus on contracts, employment law, and provider disputes.
• Experience in a highly regulated industry, preferably healthcare or insurance.
• Medicare Advantage experience is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop effective business relationships.
• Proficiency with MS Office, document management, and version control.
• Intellectual curiosity and a problem-solving mindset.
• Team-oriented approach prioritizing organizational success.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with provider billing litigation and claims.
• Background in healthcare on either the provider or plan side.

Work Arrangement

• Predominantly remote position.
• Must reside in the Eastern Standard Time Zone, specifically in the Southeastern United States.
• Reports directly to a senior attorney in the legal department.

Compensation & Benefits

• Opportunity for advancement based on meaningful impact.
• Role suited for candidates seeking to work remotely as individual contributors without billable hours or people management responsibilities.

Location

• Must live in the Eastern Standard Time Zone, Southeastern United States.

Additional Information

• The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity.
• Compliance with federal and state COVID-19 vaccination regulations is required; proof of vaccination or approved exemption may be necessary depending on facility requirements.