Healthcare Regulatory Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking a Mid-Level Healthcare Regulatory Associate to join the Healthcare Regulatory practice of a leading global Am Law firm in Washington, DC or New York (with a preference for Washington, DC). This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with experience advising healthcare and life sciences companies on complex regulatory and compliance matters.

The role offers the opportunity to work with healthcare providers, life sciences companies, digital health platforms, and investors on regulatory counseling, transactional diligence, compliance programs, and investigations within a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.

Responsibilities

• Advise healthcare and life sciences clients on healthcare regulatory and compliance matters

• Counsel clients on laws and regulations involving fraud and abuse, HIPAA, corporate practice of medicine, licensing, and reimbursement

• Support healthcare transactions, including private equity investments, mergers and acquisitions, and other strategic investments

• Conduct regulatory diligence and assist with structuring healthcare-related corporate transactions

• Develop and advise on healthcare compliance programs and policies

• Provide regulatory counseling to telehealth and digital health companies

• Draft legal memoranda, regulatory analyses, and compliance documentation

• Collaborate with cross-practice teams on complex healthcare regulatory matters

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of healthcare regulatory experience

• Experience advising clients on healthcare compliance and regulatory frameworks

• Experience supporting healthcare transactions, including private equity, M&A, or investment matters

• Prior experience in a law firm environment required

• Government experience with agencies such as CMS, OCR, or DOJ is a plus

• Strong analytical, research, drafting, and communication skills

• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials

• Active admission to the DC or New York Bar

Compensation & Benefits

This position offers a competitive compensation package with a salary range of approximately $260,000–$390,000, depending on experience and qualifications. The firm also provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development and long-term career growth.