Associate Attorney Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $6,153.00 - $12,074.00 Monthly
Location : Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type: Classified
Job Number: LDI-2026-42
Department: Insurance-Commissioner of Insurance
Opening Date: 07/09/2026
Closing Date: 7/16/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
The mission of the Department of Insurance is to enforce the insurance laws and regulations of the state impartially, honestly and expeditiously.
The Louisiana Department of Insurance is seeking a qualified attorney to serve as an Attorney 4 in the Office of Legal Services, Regulatory Section. This position provides specialized legal guidance, representation, and support to the Office of Health, Life & Annuity's Pharmacy Benefit Management Enforcement Division and the Division of Consumer Services on complex legal and regulatory matters involving pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). If you are an experienced attorney with a strong background in complex legal research, regulatory compliance, and administrative, regulatory, or civil litigation, we encourage you to apply.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law plus three years of experience as a practicing attorney.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
As an Attorney 4 in the Office of Legal Services/Regulatory Section you will/may:

• Provide legal counsel and guidance to the Office of Health, Life & Annuity's Pharmacy Benefit Management Enforcement Division and the Division of Consumer Services on complex legal and regulatory matters involving pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs).
• Research, analyze, and interpret federal and state laws, regulations, and jurisprudence affecting pharmacy benefit managers, including ERISA, Title 22 of the Louisiana Insurance Code, and other applicable laws.
• Review regulatory audit activities, evaluate legal issues, and prepare legal opinions regarding pharmacy benefit manager compliance, enforcement actions, and related regulatory matters.
• Draft legal opinions, regulations, bulletins, directives, advisory letters, memoranda of understanding, pleadings, and other legal documents supporting the Department's regulatory and enforcement activities.
• Represent the Department in administrative proceedings, regulatory enforcement actions, and state and federal litigation involving pharmacy benefit manager compliance, consumer complaints, audit findings, and related insurance matters.
• Investigate legal issues, prepare litigation documents, conduct trial preparation, and represent the Department before administrative tribunals and state and federal courts, as needed.
• Monitor proposed legislation, regulatory developments, and judicial decisions affecting the insurance industry, and provide recommendations regarding their impact on Department programs, policies, and enforcement efforts.
• Confer with insurance companies, healthcare providers, government agencies, consumers, and other stakeholders regarding pharmacy benefit manager laws, insurance regulations, and complex legal issues.
• Perform special projects and other related legal duties in support of the Department's mission.

Position-Specific Details:
Division/Location: Office of Legal Services/Regulatory Section
Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional
Career Progression: This position will be filled as an Attorney 4.
Compensation: The salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience within the established pay range.
How To Apply:
NO CIVIL SERVICE exam is required to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Dr. Phillip Donagriche
Human Resources Division
Louisiana Department of Insurance
P.O. Box 94214
Baton Rouge, LA 70804
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• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
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01
Do you have professional experience researching, interpreting, and applying laws, rules, regulations, or jurisprudence related to pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), health insurance, ERISA, Title 22 of the Louisiana Insurance Code, or other healthcare regulatory matters?

• Yes
• No

02
If Yes to the previous question, describe your experience researching, interpreting, and applying laws related to pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), health insurance, ERISA, Title 22, or other healthcare regulatory matters. Include the types of legal issues involved and your primary responsibilities. If No, enter "N/A."
03
Do you have professional experience providing legal advice, legal opinions, or regulatory guidance regarding pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), health insurance, insurance regulation, or other regulated healthcare industries?

• Yes
• No

04
If Yes to the previous question, describe your experience providing legal advice, legal opinions, or regulatory guidance regarding pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), health insurance, insurance regulation, or other regulated healthcare matters. If No, enter "N/A."
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Do you have professional experience representing a government agency or other organization in administrative proceedings, regulatory enforcement actions, or litigation involving insurance regulation, healthcare regulation, or pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs)?

• Yes
• No

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If Yes to the previous question, describe your experience representing a government agency or other organization in administrative proceedings, regulatory enforcement actions, or litigation involving insurance or healthcare regulatory matters. Include your role and the types of legal documents you prepared. If No, enter "N/A."
07
Do you possess a Juris Doctorate?

• Yes
• No

08
Do you possess a current Louisiana license to practice law?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered yes to the question above, please list your Bar Roll Number and the original issuance date of your license (mm/yy). If you answered no to the question above, please type "N/A".NOTE: Failure to list the requested information may result in your application being considered incomplete.
Required Question