Associate Attorney - Healthcare Regulatory

Healthcare Regulatory Litigation Associate (2-5 Years of Experience)Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, or Greater Washington, D.C. Area | Remote-Flexible EnvironmentJ.D. required | Must Have Active California or D.C. Bar Admission A nationally recognized law firm with a premier healthcare practice is seeking a Healthcare Regulatory Litigation Associate to join its growing team. This is an opportunity to work on sophisticated regulatory and litigation matters impacting hospitals, health systems, physician organizations, managed care entities, and other healthcare providers nationwide.The practice focuses on high-stakes healthcare regulatory disputes, administrative law matters, reimbursement issues, government investigations, and complex litigation involving federal and state healthcare programs.ResponsibilitiesRepresent healthcare providers in regulatory and administrative disputesConduct legal research and prepare briefs, motions, appeals, and other litigation filingsAssist with Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement challenges and appealsSupport government investigations, audits, and enforcement mattersAnalyze federal and state healthcare regulations and advise clients on compliance and riskParticipate in administrative hearings, agency proceedings, and judicial litigationCollaborate with attorneys across litigation, reimbursement, compliance, and transactional practicesDevelop trusted advisor relationships with healthcare industry clientsDesired BackgroundJ.D. from an accredited law school and active Bar admissionApproximately 2-5 years of litigation, regulatory, healthcare, government, or administrative law experienceExceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skillsExperience with complex motion practice, briefing, or appellate work preferredInterest in healthcare law, healthcare policy, administrative law, and regulatory disputesAbility to thrive in a collaborative, client-focused environmentPreferred ExperienceExperience in one or more of the following areas is highly valued:Healthcare regulatory litigationAdministrative Procedure Act (APA) mattersMedicare and Medicaid disputesHealthcare reimbursement appealsGovernment investigationsFalse Claims Act mattersFraud and abuse enforcementHealthcare compliance and regulatory counselingAdministrative hearings or agency proceedingsAppellate advocacyBenefitsCompensationCompetitive base salary ranging from $205,000-$375,000+, commensurate with experienceAnnual performance-based bonus opportunityAdditional discretionary bonus potentialClear path for long-term advancement within a highly respected national practiceBenefitsComprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage401(k) retirement savings planLife and disability insuranceGenerous PTO, paid holidays, and wellness benefitsPaid parental leave and family support resourcesProfessional development, CLE, and bar membership reimbursementTechnology stipend/allowanceEmployee assistance and wellness programsPet insurance and additional voluntary benefits optionsBackup childcare and eldercare resources availableBusiness development and mentorship support from industry-leading practitionersFormal and informal training programs designed to accelerate professional growthMeaningful pro bono opportunities with billable credit available for qualifying workCollaborative, collegial culture with direct access to partners and client-facing responsibility early in your tenureWhy Join?Work with one of the country's most respected healthcare-focused legal practicesRepresent sophisticated clients including health systems, physician organizations, post-acute providers, and healthcare technology companiesGain exposure to high-profile transactions and complex regulatory mattersFlexible hybrid work environment with opportunities in Los Angeles, San Francisco, or San DiegoStrong mentorship, substantive responsibility, and partnership-track potential from day one