ATTORNEY (Life Sciences/Pharmaceutical)

Our client is seeking an Attorney to join their Life Sciences team. Role Overview and Core Responsibilities Review and negotiate contracts between pharmacies or Pharmacy Services Administrative Organizations (PSAOs) and Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) Analyze drug benefit reimbursement rates and PBM network/plan terms Review, analyze, and index complex contracts in healthcare and life sciences setting Communicate with clients regarding factual investigations, case strategy, and matter status, including written analyses and status updates Draft pleadings, motions, and written discovery, including objections and responses Preparing deposition outlines and deposition exhibits Conducting and defending depositions of witnesses Prepare witness examinations, outlines, and exhibits for trials and hearings in court, arbitration, and before administrative agencies Argue motions and appear for hearings Appearing in court/arbitration for scheduling conferences and status conferences Interface with state boards and administrative agencies on regulatory and enforcement matters Developing strategies, drafting mediations statements, and appearing for mediations and settlement conferences Second-chair trials and final hearings in arbitration Requirements Experience in healthcare or life sciences contracting and/or litigation, with direct PSAO and PBM experience strongly preferred (PSAO experience required for candidates at the lower end of the range) Admitted to practice in at least one US state 2nd chair experience is helpful, but not required In house or law firm experience Demonstrated experience performing the responsibilities outlined above Exceptional legal writing, oral advocacy, and research skills Strong listener and communicator Team-player mindset, and ability to work cohesively and collaboratively with a team of attorneys High degree of professional judgment and ownership Benefits Our client offers a hybrid schedule, competitive salary, and a full range of benefits, including PTO, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) (upon eligibility to participate), additional voluntary benefits, on-site gym, and opportunities for substantial salary progression based on performance and contributions. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Rockridge Group