Attorney 4

LSU AgCenter; Baton Rouge (LA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Insurance is seeking an Attorney 4 in the Office of Legal Services, Regulatory Section to provide specialized legal guidance and representation on PBM regulatory matters.

Applicants must hold a current Louisiana license to practice law and have at least three years of experience as a practicing attorney. The role includes drafting legal documents and representing the Department in administrative and judicial proceedings.

Qualifications

• Louisiana license to practice law and 3 years of experience as a practicing attorney.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel to PBM enforcement and consumer services on complex regulatory matters.
• Research and interpret federal and state laws and regulations affecting PBMs, including ERISA and the Louisiana Insurance Code.
• Review regulatory audits, issue legal opinions, and support enforcement actions and regulatory matters.
• Draft opinions, regulations, bulletins, directives, and pleadings for the Department's regulatory activities.
• Represent the Department in administrative proceedings and state/federal litigation involving PBMs and related matters.
• Investigate issues, prepare litigation documents, and represent the Department before tribunals and courts as needed.
• Monitor proposed legislation and judicial decisions affecting the insurance industry and advise on impact.
• Consult with insurers, healthcare providers, agencies, consumers, and stakeholders on PBM laws and regulations.
• Perform special projects and other related legal duties to support the Department's mission.

Job description

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.

Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law plus three years of experience as a practicing attorney.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

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.

Contact Information

Dr. Phillip Donagriche

Human Resources Division

Louisiana Department of Insurance

P.O. Box 94214

Baton Rouge, LA 70804

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Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.