Staff Counsel-business amp Litigation

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Staff Counsel-Business & Litigation
The candidate will provide legal advice and counsel to company management in all of the wide ranging areas where business legal issues arise; corporate governance, litigation, real estate, licensing, intellectual property, mergers and acquisitions, contracts, environmental and other compliance matters. Handle litigation, including the preparation of court filings (answers, motions to dismiss, motions for summary judgment, responses to interrogatories, production of documents). Represent the Medical System in administrative hearings, mediations, arbitrations and other similar proceedings. Closely monitor and oversee activities of outside counsel who are engaged to perform services on behalf of the Medical System. Advise management with respect to compliance with federal and state laws and regulations applicable to corporate conduct of business Work with various departments to facilitate compliance with federal and state regulations. Oversee the guardianship petitions filed in connection with Medical System patients. Perform due diligence related activities in connection with mergers and acquisitions. Draft and review a wide range of legal/contractual documents, including, but not limited to, leases, licenses, purchase and sales agreements, non-disclosure agreements and contracts. Advise management of new legislation and government regulations that might affect operations. Evaluate and determine legal posture and, as assigned, represent the Medical System in administrative procedures and court proceedings. Conduct legal research and prepare written opinions based on that research. Develop, review and/or revise corporate policies and procedures. Address credentialing, peer review and managed care issues. Oversee the timely completion of required corporate filings. Prepare and perform various legal training courses to Medical System employees and contractors, as required. As necessary, perform various administrative duties related to corporate compliance. The responsibilities of this position require the individual to research, evaluate, interpret and resolve problems. Further, the individual guides and advises corporate officers and managers to ensure they are fully aware of the legal ramifications of their actions and decisions and advises them as to the proper and controlling legal requirements or precedents. Impacts corporate programs and established policy through participation as legal advisor on committees developing/implementing policies, programs and projects. Must remain current with legal issues affecting the Medical System and the health care industry. Should have Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. Admission to the Maryland Bar is required. Must have 5 years of progressively responsible experience as a Practicing Attorney; Health care experience is preferred.

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