Counsel, Oncology Research & Transactions

Ochsner Clinic Foundation; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Clinic Foundation in New Orleans seeks a licensed attorney to provide legal services to general counsel and internal clients within a large healthcare system. The role covers transactional work, contract reviews, legal research, and risk management across healthcare, regulatory matters, and compliance.

Requires Juris Doctorate and bar admission, with strong communication, multitasking ability, and willingness to work flexibly in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction with intent to obtain in a timely fashion.
• Excellent communication and ability to present to diverse audiences.
• Willingness to work extended hours in a fast-paced corporate environment.

Responsibilities

• Delivers legal services to internal clients as part of the legal department.
• Provides transactional support: drafting, negotiating, and contract reviews.
• Performs legal research and training; supports corporate legal matters.
• Identifies and guards against legal risks.
• Interacts with outside counsel and administrative staff.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Proficiency with computers

Self-starter

Flexibility

Flexible schedule

Education

Juris Doctorate

Bar admission (US jurisdiction)

Job description

Ochsner Clinic Foundation in New Orleans seeks a licensed attorney to provide legal services to general counsel and internal clients within a large healthcare system. The role covers transactional work, contract reviews, legal research, and risk management across healthcare, regulatory matters, and compliance.

Requires Juris Doctorate and bar admission, with strong communication, multitasking ability, and willingness to work flexibly in a fast-paced environment.