Description:

Position Summary:
As a Law Clerk, you will play a pivotal role in providing legal support and assistance in various areas, including setup of a new not profit corporation, and tackling novel issues associated with health information exchange and governance of a public health data repository, and procurement support. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with emerging legal challenges in the intersection of law, technology, and public health.

This position reports to the Attorney, and will be operated out of the Albany, NY office location. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to complex legal matters while gaining hands-on experience in corporate law, procurement, and emerging areas of health law. If you are passionate about law, technology, and public health, we encourage you to apply and join our dynamic team.

This role is for a part time position (27 hours per week or less) and will be paid $20 per hour. This position is expected to begin in May or June 2024 and go through the summer. There may be an opportunity for the person hired into this role to stay on longer term. This role will require you to work a hybrid schedule (some days will be in person in our Albany office and other days remotely). Your schedule will be determined by your supervisor.

Primary Responsibilities:
Non-profit corporate Setup Assistance:

Assist in the establishment of a 501(c)(3) exempt not for profit.
Draft and review legal documents, including corporate resolutions.
Coordinate with legal teams and external partners to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Health Information Exchange (HIE) and Public Health Data Repository:

Actively participate in working groups to facilitate health information exchange and public health data management.
Assist in drafting legal documents, such as agreements, contracts, and policies, pertaining to HIE and public health data repository.
Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards impacting health data privacy, security, and interoperability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, technical, and operational stakeholders, to address legal challenges and facilitate compliance with regulatory requirements.

Procurement Support:

Collaborate with procurement teams to review and negotiate contracts, agreements, and procurement-related documents.
Conduct due diligence on vendors and suppliers.
Assist in drafting procurement policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with procurement laws, regulations, and organizational policies.

Legal Research and Analysis:

Conduct legal research on various topics, including corporate law, procurement law, HIPAA, health, and data privacy regulations.
Analyze statutes, regulations, case law, and legal precedent to provide insightful recommendations and solutions.
Prepare memoranda, summaries, and reports summarizing legal research findings and analysis.
Other tasks as assigned

Experience and Skills:

Currently pursuing a Juris Doctor (JD) degree or equivalent.
Strong academic background with coursework or experience in corporate law, health law, privacy law, procurement law, or related areas.
Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
Familiarity with legal research tools and databases.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Prior experience or interest in health information exchange, public health, or healthcare law is preferred.