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Description

Frantz Ward is seeking an engaged, dynamic associate to join its growing Healthcare Practice. Our Firm offers competitive compensation, a collaborative work environment, individual and group mentoring opportunities, client development training, and a firm culture that embraces community involvement and "doing well by doing good."

The Associate position within Frantz Ward works closely with Senior Associates, Partners, and clients to address the complex legal and business needs of healthcare providers and other organizations operating in the healthcare industry. The Associate will assist clients with a variety of healthcare regulatory, transactional, compliance, and corporate matters and will conduct research and analyze legal and regulatory issues to provide practical, business-focused advice.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with healthcare providers, healthcare organizations, or other clients operating in highly regulated industries. Experience with healthcare regulatory matters, compliance, provider contracting, HIPAA and privacy matters, fraud and abuse laws, or healthcare transactions is preferred.

Requirements

  Duties 

• Advise healthcare providers, organizations, and other clients on healthcare regulatory and compliance matters.
• Research and analyze federal and state healthcare laws and regulations and provide practical guidance to clients.
• Assist clients with healthcare transactions, including the regulatory aspects of acquisitions, affiliations, joint ventures, and other business arrangements.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements involving healthcare providers and organizations.
• Advise clients regarding healthcare fraud and abuse laws, including the Stark Law and Anti-Kickback Statute.
• Assist clients with HIPAA, patient privacy, data security, and related compliance matters.
• Counsel clients regarding licensing, credentialing, reimbursement, and other healthcare regulatory issues.
• Assist with the development and implementation of compliance policies, procedures, and programs.
• Identify and advise clients regarding legal and business risks affecting healthcare organizations.
• Research and analyze complex legal issues and prepare memoranda, correspondence, and other written work product.
• Participate in client meetings and work collaboratively with attorneys across multiple practice areas.
• Develop strong working relationships with clients and provide responsive, practical, and business-oriented legal advice.

Qualifications include:

• 3-5 years of legal experience, preferably involving healthcare law, healthcare regulatory matters, corporate transactions, compliance, or other relevant experience;
• Knowledge of federal and state healthcare laws and regulations preferred;
• Strong oral and written communication skills;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills;
• Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality;
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team;
• Ability to deal courteously and effectively with clients, colleagues, and outside parties;
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and shifting responsibilities; and
• Ability to work in a demanding and fast-paced professional environment.

Experience/Education 

J.D. from an accredited law school;

Strong academic credentials; and

Active membership and good standing with the Ohio Bar, or eligibility to become admitted in Ohio.

Compensation: The starting salary for this position is $130,000, with higher compensation available based on experience and qualifications. Frantz Ward offers a competitive benefits package, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative environment designed to support long-term career growth.

Equal Employment Opportunity is a fundamental principle at Frantz Ward. In keeping with this principle, Frantz Ward does not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Frantz Ward LLP believes we provide a stronger and better place to work, think, and grow when we draw from the views of a diverse team. We strive to recruit, employ, and support individuals who contribute to our diversity. We recognize that achieving a truly diverse working environment is an ongoing process, and we continue to foster diversity to ensure that everyone at Frantz Ward has a meaningful professional experience.