Corporate Counsel

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Teladoc Health, Inc., a publicly traded healthcare technology company, is seeking a dynamic and experienced In-House Attorney to support our legal team. This role will focus on managing outside counsel in litigation matters and drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a range of contracts, from small vendor agreements to significant, complex partnerships. The position is fully remote, with occasional travel to New York City for key meetings and company functions. The ideal candidate will have experience in litigation management and transactional work within a fast-paced, highly regulated healthcare technology environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Litigation Management:

• Oversee and coordinate with outside counsel on litigation matters, ensuring efficient management of cases and alignment with company goals.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between internal teams and outside counsel, facilitating effective communication and case strategy.
• Review pleadings, motions, discovery materials, and other litigation documents, providing feedback and ensuring they meet company objectives.
• Track litigation timelines, costs, and outcomes, keeping senior leadership informed of key developments and risk exposures.
• Support the collection of internal documents and information for discovery, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Provide strategic legal advice to the business on potential and ongoing litigation, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies.

Drafting & Negotiating Agreements:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of contracts, including vendor agreements, technology licenses, service agreements, and large-scale partnerships.
• Ensure all contracts comply with applicable healthcare regulations, data privacy laws (e.g., HIPAA), and company policies, minimizing risk exposure.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including procurement, IT, product teams, and senior leadership, to ensure contract terms align with business objectives.
• Manage the contract lifecycle, from initial negotiations through execution, amendments, and renewals, ensuring all deadlines and obligations are met.
• Provide practical legal advice on contract terms, negotiation strategies, and potential risks to support business decision-making.

Regulatory & Compliance Support:

• Advise on regulatory and compliance matters affecting contracts and litigation, including HIPAA, HITECH, data privacy laws, and healthcare technology regulations.
• Ensure all contracts and litigation strategies comply with relevant laws and regulations and reflect best practices in the healthcare technology space.
• Stay up-to-date on regulatory developments in the healthcare and technology industries and advise on their potential impact on the company’s operations.

General Legal Support:

• Provide general legal support across a wide range of corporate matters, including intellectual property, employment law, and M&A transactions, as needed.
• Assist in the creation and implementation of company policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and minimize risks.
• Collaborate with other members of the legal team to provide seamless support for cross-functional projects and initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing of the New York State bar or eligibility to be admitted as in-house counsel.  Other state bar memberships considered.
• 3-5 years of experience in litigation management and contract negotiation, with a strong understanding of the healthcare or technology industries.
• Experience managing complex, high-value contracts, as well as smaller vendor agreements.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulatory requirements (e.g., HIPAA, HITECH) and data privacy laws, with experience applying them in contract negotiations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex legal issues to non-legal stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting while managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to New York City for key meetings and events.

Preferred Qualifications:

• In-house counsel experience in the healthcare technology sector or with a public company.
• Experience with regulatory issues specific to healthcare technology, such as telehealth and data privacy.
• Familiarity with contract management systems and litigation tracking software.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to working with internal and external stakeholders.

The base salary range for this position is $150,000 - $170,000. In addition to a base salary, this position is eligible for a performance bonus and benefits (subject to eligibility requirements) listed here Teladoc Health Benefits 2024. Total compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to, type of position, location, education level, work experience, and certifications. This information is applicable for all full-time positions.