Description:
Purpose of Role:We are seeking a highly experienced Healthcare Transactional Attorney (10+ years) to join our dynamic firm at the Partner level, specializing in healthcare M&A. This role will involve leading complex transactions, ensuring regulatory compliance, and negotiating contracts, while managing other key aspects of healthcare transactions. We are looking for a candidate with substantial expertise in healthcare law, a proven track record of leading and closing high-value deals, and someone who thrives in a collaborative, innovative environment.
Responsibilities:
- Lead healthcare mergers and acquisitions, managing joint ventures, partnerships, employment arrangements, management agreements, lease agreements, and other related transactions.
- Draft and negotiate a broad range of corporate and transactional documents, including operating agreements, management agreements, employment/independent contractor agreements, purchase agreements, leases, and billing services agreements. This spans diverse sectors, including medical, pharmacy, dentistry, veterinary, and hospitals.
- Provide strategic advice on healthcare regulatory issues, including fraud and abuse concerns, Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, ERKA, corporate practice of the profession, and fee-splitting laws.
- Work closely with clients and internal teams to navigate legal complexities and deliver pragmatic solutions.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Mandatory Bar admission in NJ; NY admission is a plus.
- Minimum of 10+ years of experience in healthcare transactional law, with a strong track record in M&A, regulatory compliance, and contract negotiation.
- Deep knowledge of healthcare laws and regulations, including Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, ERKA, corporate practice of the profession, and fee-splitting laws.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and various accounting and document management software.
- Experience with electronic documentation and e-discovery matters.
- Strong commercial/business acumen with a demonstrated ability to offer creative, business-focused solutions.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and writing skills, with a high level of professionalism and outstanding academic credentials.
- Comfortable working under pressure and addressing sensitive matters directly and diplomatically.
- Ability to handle complex legal issues under pressure, meeting deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
