Position Summary

The In-House Counsel will oversee legal, regulatory, Medicaid, compliance, and litigation matters for the organization. This role requires a hands-on attorney with strong healthcare and courtroom experience who can support day-to-day operations while protecting the company’s legal and financial interests.

The ideal candidate will have experience with Medicaid regulations, healthcare compliance, employment law, and active court representation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal guidance to executive leadership and operational teams
• Represent the company in court proceedings, administrative hearings, disputes, and litigation matters
• Manage outside counsel when necessary
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, vendor agreements, referral agreements, and client service agreements
• Ensure compliance with Michigan healthcare regulations, labor laws, and licensing requirements
• Handle employment law matters including wage and hour issues, caregiver disputes, investigations, and HR compliance
• Develop and implement internal compliance programs and policies
• Support business expansion, acquisitions, licensing, and regulatory filings
• Oversee HIPAA/privacy and risk management initiatives
• Monitor changes in healthcare and Medicaid laws affecting home care operations

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Licensed and in good standing with the Michigan Bar
• Strong Medicaid and healthcare regulatory experience preferred
• Experience handling administrative hearings and regulatory disputes preferred
• Knowledge of employment law and healthcare compliance
• Strong negotiation, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced healthcare environment