Description

Weaver Johnston & Nelson, PLLC is seeking an Attorney with 3+ years of experience to join our growing healthcare law practice. This role will focus on corporate governance, healthcare transactions, and regulatory compliance matters for a diverse range of healthcare clients. The ideal candidate should have some portable business and a strong desire to further develop their healthcare law practice within a collaborative and entrepreneurial firm.

• Advise healthcare providers on operational, transactional, licensing, regulatory, and compliance matters.
• Provide legal counsel to hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, freestanding emergency medical care facilities, pharmacies, post-acute care providers (e.g., home health, SNFs, hospices), physicians, dentists, and other healthcare organizations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of healthcare-related agreements, including: Physician employment and recruitment agreements, Professional and physician services agreements, Asset/equity purchase agreements, Management agreements, Operating agreements
• Conduct legal research and provide guidance on complex healthcare regulatory issues, including Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, HIPAA, Medicare/Medicaid compliance, and other federal and state healthcare regulations.
• Assist clients with corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and other transactional matters in the healthcare space.
• Maintain and expand a portable book of business, with a focus on building long-term client relationships.
• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop strategic legal solutions that align with business goals.

We provide competitive compensation that recognizes your talent and experience, with levels comparable to large law firm opportunities

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active Texas Bar license (or ability to obtain one promptly).
• 3+ years of relevant experience in healthcare transactions, corporate law, or regulatory compliance.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare laws and regulations, including fraud and abuse laws, reimbursement, and licensing requirements.
• Some portable business and a commitment to growing a client base in healthcare law.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong contract drafting and negotiation experience.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively counsel clients.