Health Care and Criminal Defense Associate

About This Role

Join the criminal defense and government investigations group, focusing on defending health care providers in state and federal criminal proceedings. This role involves managing a varied caseload, engaging in significant client contact, and contributing to pro bono work.

Responsibilities

• Defend health care providers in state and federal criminal proceedings, disciplinary proceedings, and audits
• Develop an active health care and criminal trial practice
• Take responsibility for a varied caseload with significant client contact
• Engage in pro bono and public interest work

Requirements

• 3-6 years of experience in criminal defense, prosecution, or administrative hearings
• Experience with administrative hearings or criminal court trial experience
• Commitment to zealous advocacy
• Excellent writing, research, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Outstanding academic credentials
• Admitted to practice in Massachusetts

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in health care law, as a trial prosecutor, or as a criminal defense attorney

Nice to Have

• Federal Court experience
• Experience defending health care providers in disciplinary proceedings before licensure boards
• Healthcare billing knowledge sufficient to advise and defend clients in audits and other billing related matters
• Familiarity with Anti-Kickback Laws, False Claims Act, Stark Law, and other federal laws commonly used to prosecute health care providers
• Familiarity with HIPAA and other privacy laws, particularly as they pertain to healthcare providers