Health Care & Life Sciences Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Associate 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.