We are seeking a dedicated Junior Attorney to join our corporate support team. Our team supports our ABA therapy Learning Centers and our sister company's hospice locations throughout the southeast.
This position will assist in the day-to-day legal functions of the company by providing legal support on healthcare regulatory matters, contract negotiations, compliance issues, and risk management.
Why you should consider this position:
- Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
- Full time employment
- Benefits include Paid Time Off (PTO), Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Supportive/collaborative work environment
- Growing company committed to clinical excellence and its mission
Responsibilities / Essential Functions:
- Ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations
- Draft, review and negotiate contracts and agreements and other legal documents
- litigation support
- Ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies
- Identify and mitigate legal and financial risks
- Development and implementation of company policies and procedures
- Provide legal advice to internal teams on a range of issues
Qualifications/Educational Requirements:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Must be licensed to practice in at least one state
- Healthcare and Real Estate law experience (preferred)
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
- Experience managing disputes and litigation.
- Experience in analyzing non-compete/non-solicit agreements and drafting cease and desist letters.
- Experience in employment law, preferred but not required.
The above tasks reflect the essential functions and other job functions considered necessary of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job or assigned by supervisory personnel. The job description is used as a guide only and not inclusive of responsibilities and job duties.
Highlights Healthcare is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Highlights Healthcare complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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