Health Law Associate

Qualifications: The candidate must be a licensed attorney in good standing, preferably admitted to practice in New York or eligible for admission by waiver. The candidate must have at least three years of experience focusing on health care regulatory matters, including fraud and abuse counseling. The candidate must have substantive experience analyzing and advising on the federal Anti-Kickback Statute, EKRA, and the Stark Law. The candidate must have experience counseling health care providers, entities, or health care-adjacent businesses on federal and state regulatory compliance. The candidate must have strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex statutes and regulations. The candidate must have experience drafting and reviewing policies, procedures, and agreements to ensure compliance with applicable health care laws. The candidate must have excellent communication skills and the ability to explain complex regulatory concepts to clients in a practical and business-oriented manner. The candidate must be organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The candidate must demonstrate a high level of professionalism, integrity, and commitment to client service and teamwork.

Responsibilities: The attorney will advise clients on health care regulatory matters, including the Anti-Kickback Statute, EKRA, Stark Law, and related federal and state fraud and abuse laws. The attorney will analyze proposed and existing arrangements, contracts, and business models for regulatory risk and provide practical compliance guidance. The attorney will draft and review contracts, policies, and procedures for health care providers and entities to ensure alignment with applicable laws and regulations. The attorney will assist with internal investigations, audits, and responses to inquiries or investigations by government agencies or payors. The attorney will prepare memoranda, opinion letters, and other written work product addressing complex regulatory and reimbursement issues. The attorney will collaborate with litigation, corporate, and transactional attorneys on matters involving health care regulatory components. The attorney will monitor legal and regulatory developments in health care law and keep clients and colleagues informed of significant changes. The attorney will participate in client meetings, conference calls, and presentations, providing clear and concise regulatory advice. The attorney will contribute to the firm's business development efforts, including writing articles, speaking at industry events, and supporting client relationship initiatives.