Litigation Counsel

UHS; King of Prussia (PA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan

401(k) with company match

Job summary

A healthcare organization is looking for a Litigation Counsel to manage all phases of litigation, including oversight during trial preparation and settlement discussions. This role provides strategic advice to internal stakeholders on litigation risk and works with outside counsel for efficient legal matter handling. The ideal candidate will possess a law degree and have 3-5 years of experience in commercial litigation. This position offers a competitive compensation package and has a hybrid work schedule based in Pennsylvania.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' experience in commercial litigation.
• Admission to the state bar or in-house counsel license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all phases of litigation.
• Assess claims for managed care litigation.
• Provide legal advice on litigation risk.
• Partner with internal teams for aligned strategies.
• Manage relationships with outside counsel.

Skills

Litigation Management

Healthcare Knowledge

Legal Advice

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

Law degree

Job description

Litigation Counsel – UHS

UHS is seeking a Litigation Counsel to support general litigation, including affirmative litigation, and corporate liability matters for the UHS Corporate Legal Department.

Schedule: This role has a hybrid schedule with 3 days in office and 2 days flex-remote.

Key Responsibilities

• Litigation Management – Oversee and manage all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, trial preparation, and settlement discussions
• Managed Care Litigation – Assess potential managed care claims for underpayment or denial of payment by insurance companies and work closely with outside counsel in all phases of such litigation
• Corporate Liability Litigation – Oversee and manage all aspects of the defense of the corporate parent and administrative services company in connection with professional liability and insured litigation.
• Strategic Counsel – Provide legal advice and guidance to internal stakeholders on litigation risk, dispute resolution, and the impact of litigation on business operations
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner with internal teams such as compliance, operations, and risk management to develop litigation strategies that align with business objectives
• External Counsel Management – Manage relationships with outside counsel, ensuring efficient and cost-effective handling of legal matters

Qualifications

• Law degree with 3–5 years’ experience in commercial litigation.
• Experience with the healthcare industry or with medical providers preferred, but not required.
• Must be admitted into the state bar or have in‑house counsel license.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan, and 401(k) with company match.

Location: Philadelphia, PA.