In-House Counsel

Doctor Keloid Scar and Cosmetic Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 162,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationwide plastic surgery practice is seeking a highly skilled In-House Assistant Attorney/Litigator with restructuring experience to join their legal team in Manhattan, NY. Responsibilities include providing legal support on various matters, drafting legal documents, and ensuring compliance with laws. Candidates must possess a Juris Doctor (J.D.) and be licensed to practice in New York. Competitive compensation of $180,000+ base salary plus performance bonus.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in New York (required) and New Jersey (preferred).
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience required.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state healthcare laws and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal guidance on restructuring and litigation matters.
• Draft and negotiate complex legal documents.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Conduct legal research on bankruptcy and restructuring law.
• Represent the practice in litigation and restructuring proceedings.

Skills

Restructuring

Litigation

Healthcare law

Negotiation

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Overview

In-House Litigation & Restructuring Focus — Compensation: $180,000+ base salary plus performance bonus. Our nation-wide plastic surgery practice is seeking a highly skilled and motivated In-House Assistant Attorney/Litigator with restructuring experience to join our growing legal team.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal guidance and support to the practice on a wide range of matters, including restructuring, litigation, healthcare regulations, contracts, employment law, corporate governance, and risk management.
• Review, draft, and negotiate complex legal documents including contracts, agreements, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Conduct legal research and stay current on developments in bankruptcy, restructuring, and healthcare law.
• Collaborate with executives, managers, and department heads to provide practical legal advice.
• Represent the practice in litigation, restructuring proceedings, and other legal forums as necessary.
• Coordinate with outside counsel and oversee external legal matters.
• Assist in developing and implementing corporate legal policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice in New York (required) and New Jersey (preferred).
• Significant experience in restructuring, litigation, and business law.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience required.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state healthcare laws and compliance requirements a plus.
• Proven ability to manage complex legal matters with strategic and business-minded thinking.
• Excellent research, writing, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently while thriving in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Medical Practices

Location: Manhattan, NY