Associate General Counsel - Atlanta, United States - Morehouse School of Medicine

Description

This role has a reporting relationship to the Senior Associate General Counsel, and SVP General Counsel and Corporate Secretary ("General Counsel").

The Associate General Counsel - Labor and Employment Litigation Management, Student Service Attorney ("Associate General Counsel") plays a crucial role in providing legal guidance and support to the administrative and business operations of Morehouse School of Medicine and the faculty practice plan, Morehouse Healthcare.

The responsibilities of the Associate General Counsel include supporting multiple business units by providing legal services as outlined below. Also, the responsibilities for the Associate General Counsel include assisting with the management of outside counsel.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in litigation with a focus on labor and employment law, have exceptionally strong analytical, problem-solving, and research skills, and be able to work independently and collaboratively.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Under the management and supervision of the Senior Associate General Counsel and the General Counsel, the responsibilities of the Associate General Counsel will include but not be limited to functioning in the following areas: Labor and Employment Litigation Management
• Conduct legal research and provide legal opinions on employment laws to include but not be limited to Title VII, ADA, ADEA, Rehab Act Section 504, FMLA, FLSA, ERISA, Equal Pay Act, Wage and Hour Laws, Workers Compensation, COBRA
• Conduct legal review of draft employment-related agreements, to include but not be limited to severance, separation, restrictive covenant, retention, and other employment-related agreements
• Monitor new laws, regulations and decisions affecting the substantive legal areas above and provide strategic advice to company leadership
• Institution wide training events on employment law, litigation, and compliance related matters
• Conduct legal review of employment-related aspects of mergers, acquisitions and divestitures, and related integration efforts
• Assist with the support strategic HR projects, pay equity analysis, and employment aspects of mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, restructuring and outsourcing.
• Conduct legal review of Institution's responses to demand letters, agency matters, government-initiated inquiries, and relevant audits
• Manage relationships and costs with outside counsel handling employment litigation and advisory matters
• Partner with outside counsel in the drafting of and/or review of documents, including correspondence with opposing counsel, EEO position statements, mediation statements, and pleadings
• Respond to or assist outside counsel with responding to inquiries, charges, or complaints registered by or with external regulatory and law enforcement agencies, to include: conducting or assisting with internal investigations; marshalling evidence for reports, investigative responses, and discovery; and assisting in the development and articulation of Institution positions and responses in consultation with the General Counsel, Senior Associate General Counsel and other appropriate Institution administrators

Student Affairs/Services Advisement

• Conduct legal research and provide memo or advisement on issues that intersect with federal laws to include but not be limited to FERPA, Title VI, Title IX, ADA, Section 504 of Rehabilitation Act, FHA, HUD
• Provide Institution's Office of Student Affairs with relevel legal updates and advisory service on questions of law or compliance
• Provide Institution's Office of Admissions with relevel legal updates and advisory service on questions of law or compliance
• Provide Institution's Office of Financial Aid with relevel legal updates and advisory service on questions of law or compliance
• Provide Institution's Office of Institutional Advancement with relevant legal updates and advisory service in relation to scholarships, fellowships, endowments
• Support training events on legal requirements or updates relevant to academic programs and activities

Management of Non-Party Request

• Prepare written responses to document requests such as subpoenas, discovery, requests including preparing search terms for electronic searches and reviewing documents for redaction
• Defend Non-Party Depositions

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Skilled legal professional with 10+ years of experience and a track record of success
• Experience in litigation with a focus on labor and employment law
• Experience with dispute resolution
• Expert in leading overall business operations by providing legal guidance to leadership responsible for developing strategic relationships and execution of institution wide goals
• Experience motivating and leading a team
• High degree of accuracy, good judgement, and decision-making
• Demonstrated record of integrity and accountability
• Demonstrated communication skills that include excellent organizational, people skills, and strong verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a high-volume environment
• Excellent time management skills and organizational abilities
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters appropriately
• Advanced knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office programs
• Familiarity with BoardEffect (Board Portal) and Agiloft (Contract Lifecycle Management System)

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with Georgia State Bar Association
• Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, preferably with a focus on healthcare law, business law, or a related field
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare regulations, compliance, and industry standards
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and research skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an academic medical center or healthcare institution.
• Background to include some experience in the areas of corporate governance and transactional work.
• Prior experience providing corporate client(s) legal counsel in the areas of compliance with federal and state and labor and employment laws.
• Prior experience providing academic institution legal counsel in the areas of compliance with federal laws pertaining to include but not be limited to Title IV of Higher Education Act, Americans with Disabilities Acts, as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, as amended, Title IX and Affirmative Action.

Closing Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link EEO Statement Summary

Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action.

Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

Job Duties

Pre-Employment/Employment Requirements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization

Immunization Requirements

It is MSM's Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are required to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment.

If employment will commence during Flu Season, MSM requires all individuals to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless granted an exemption.

Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain an exemption from MSM will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

Optional Documents