Corporate Counsel

We are looking for an attorney interested in solving problems BEFORE they start to provide legal guidance for a growing healthcare organization in California. This Long-term Contract position offers the chance to work closely with operational and clinical leaders on complex legal matters involving healthcare services, corporate operations, litigation and sensitive patient-related issues. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, adaptability, and the ability to support innovation while protecting the organization from legal and regulatory risk. If your background includes litigation related to personal injury, medical malpractice, medical devices or healthcare this IN-HOUSE role might be a fit for you. If your corporate background includes healthcare organizations/startups, medical devices, regulatory or compliance we would be interested in hearing from you! Please share your resume TODAY to Jennifer.Cotton[at]RobertHalf[dotcom].

Responsibilities:

• Deliver ongoing legal advice across healthcare, corporate, and operational matters to support daily business needs.
• Develop risk-reduction strategies with particular attention to liability exposure, dispute prevention, and claim avoidance.
• Counsel internal stakeholders on healthcare compliance topics, including matters involving patient privacy, provider concerns, and confidential medical information.
• Oversee core corporate governance activities such as entity maintenance, state filings, and organizational record support.
• Prepare, evaluate, and negotiate a range of business agreements to protect the organization's legal and commercial interests.
• Advise on employee-related legal issues and provide guidance when labor and employment matters arise.
• Work in partnership with leadership teams across business functions to address legal questions in a rapidly changing healthcare environment.
• Support the organization in aligning growth initiatives and operational goals with applicable laws, regulations, and risk management standards.
• Juris Doctor degree and active CA bar membership in good standing or ability to become CA In House Counsel.
• Prior experience in an in-house counsel, associate general counsel, corporate counsel, or comparable law firm role.
• Demonstrated knowledge of healthcare law, with experience in clinical or healthcare compliance strongly preferred.
• Background in corporate governance, commercial contracting, contract negotiation, and legal risk management.
• Working knowledge of labor and employment law.
• Ability to manage highly sensitive matters involving patients, providers, and protected health information.
• Familiarity with HIPAA-regulated environments, including patient privacy considerations.
• Candidates with transferable experience in medical malpractice, personal injury, or employment litigation will also be considered.