Health Care & Life Sciences Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job DescriptionAssociate Attorney – Health Care & Life Sciences
Washington, DC (preferred) | Chicago, IL | New York, NY

Direct Counsel is partnering with a leading national law firm to identify an Associate Attorney with 2–6 years of experience to join its Health Care & Life Sciences practice. While the role is open in Washington, DC, Chicago, and New York, the firm has a strong preference for candidates based in Washington, DC.

This is an opportunity to work with a respected team advising health care providers, life sciences companies, and related industry stakeholders on complex regulatory, transactional, and compliance matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on federal and state health care regulatory matters, including fraud and abuse laws, reimbursement, licensing, HIPAA, and compliance

• Support transactional matters involving mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and affiliations in the health care and life sciences sectors

• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements and regulatory filings

• Conduct legal research and provide strategic guidance to clients navigating evolving regulations

• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on high-impact industry matters

Qualifications:

• 2–6 years of relevant experience in health care or life sciences law

• Familiarity with federal and state regulatory regimes (e.g., Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, HIPAA, FDA, CMS)

• Transactional and/or compliance experience preferred

• Strong research, drafting, and communication skills

• Admission to the Bar in the relevant jurisdiction or eligibility to obtain

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base salary range: $235,000 – $390,000, depending on experience and location

• Comprehensive benefits package and performance incentives

Why This Opportunity:

• Join a nationally recognized practice serving major players in the health care and life sciences industries

• Work on sophisticated regulatory and transactional matters with high client visibility

• Benefit from mentorship, professional development, and advancement opportunities

• Collaborative environment within a top-tier firm

For a confidential conversation about this role, please contact Direct Counsel.