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Defend Healthcare Providers in High-Stakes Government Investigations and Litigation

Chicago, Illinois Full time 3-6 years
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Position overview

Our client is seeking a Chicago-based attorney with 3–6 years of litigation experience to help defend healthcare providers facing civil and criminal inquiries, government investigations, and enforcement litigation. The practice works on matters involving federal and state healthcare laws and drug regulation, including investigations brought by federal and state authorities.

The Work

  • Represent healthcare providers in investigations and litigation under the False Claims Act, addressing allegations of improper claims or other enforcement exposure.
  • Assist clients responding to alleged violations of the Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, and other healthcare fraud and abuse laws.
  • Work on investigations under the Controlled Substances Act, Food, Drug and Cosmetics Act, and other federal and state drug laws.
  • Support investigations and compliance audits involving Medicare Advantage risk adjustments.
  • Help guide provider clients through civil and criminal inquiries, government investigations, and related litigation as matters progress.
  • Contribute to advocacy for healthcare clients facing scrutiny from agencies and enforcement authorities, including the U.S. Department of Justice, HHS-OIG, and state Attorneys General offices.

What You Bring

  • 3–6 years of litigation experience.
  • Strong advocacy skills and a strong academic record.
  • Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
  • Active law license in a U.S. jurisdiction and in good standing.
  • Healthcare fraud and abuse experience is a priority consideration.
  • Prior work at a U.S. Attorney’s Office or the U.S. Department of Justice is a priority consideration.
  • Federal judicial clerkship experience is a priority consideration.

Why Consider It

Join a healthcare fraud and abuse practice whose Healthcare Fraud Task Force includes former U.S. Department of Justice attorneys and former Assistant U.S. Attorneys, bringing insight into how enforcement authorities evaluate and pursue cases.

The team handles provider defense matters across the country, offering exposure to investigations and litigation across a broad range of healthcare laws.

Compensation & Benefits

Benefits-eligible employees and their eligible dependents may access medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Confidentiality

This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.