Counsel

Overview

This role provides full-scope legal advice and services, handling moderately complex to complex issues that require in-depth evaluation of variable factors.

The Counsel manages investigations and litigation on behalf of the organization. Work includes leading a portfolio of internal investigations and government investigations, proactively identifying opportunities to mitigate risk, and overseeing complex litigation matters. The Counsel partners with internal stakeholders and outside counsel on litigation strategy and all related aspects of case management. The position requires independent judgment and ownership of legal matters with modest to minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage internal investigations and government investigations as part of a legal case portfolio
• Proactively identify opportunities to mitigate risk
• Oversee complex litigation matters from investigation through resolution
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and outside counsel on litigation strategy and case execution
• Exercise independent judgment and decision-making on investigation and litigation issues and related tasks
• Provide sophisticated legal analysis and clearly communicate complex legal issues to business partners and stakeholders
• Manage multiple matters simultaneously while organizing and successfully driving matters to completion

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA accredited law school
• Active and licensed membership in a state bar association
• At least 5 years of experience managing investigations or complex litigation
• Ability to organize and successfully manage a number of matters simultaneously
• Strong communication skills for conveying complex legal issues to various stakeholders
• Ability to work independently under general supervision and in team settings

Preferred Qualifications

• Investigations or litigation experience in the managed care space
• Understanding of e-discovery and experience with large-scale discovery
• Understanding of Medicare laws and regulations and federal health care fraud laws and statutes (False Claims Act, Anti-Kickback Statute, etc.)

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $138,900 - $191,000 per year
• This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan based on company and/or individual performance
• Benefits may include:
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave)
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Life insurance
  • Additional opportunities that support whole-person well-being

Location & Work Arrangement

• Preference for candidates located in Louisville, KY or Chicago, IL
• Remote/work at home location acceptable for qualified candidates
• Workstyle: hybrid or fully remote
• Travel: some travel may be required
• Home/Hybrid home-office requirements:
  • Self-provided internet must meet minimum criteria: download speed of 25 Mbps and upload speed of 10 Mbps
  • Wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested
  • In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required may not be sufficient for business needs; the organization may require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary
  • Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information

Hours

• Scheduled weekly hours: 40

Application Deadline

• 10-31-2026

Equal Opportunity Employer

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against applicants or employees based on protected characteristics. It also takes affirmative action in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA.