State of Louisiana · 1 week ago
ATTORNEY-REGIONAL
Houma-Thibodaux Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$36.66/hr - $36.66/hr
4+ years expThe Louisiana Department of Health is dedicated to protecting and promoting health for all residents of Louisiana. They are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to provide high-level legal advice and representation on complex health law matters, influencing the operation of major statewide programs and collaborating with executive leadership.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Serve as senior legal counsel for assigned LDH region(s), providing independent, highly technical legal advice, consultation, and representation that directly influences the operation of multiple LDH programs and facilities across multiple parishes
Advise and support Executive Counsel, General Counsel, and Deputy General Counsels on complex, high-profile legal matters involving health law, regulatory compliance, and program operations
Provide legal guidance to LDH program offices including Office of Public Health, Office of Behavioral Health, Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities, Medicaid, Adult Protective Services, Human Resources, Office of Women’s Health, and other related programs within assigned regions
Represent the Department in all phases of the legal process, including administrative proceedings, negotiations, and coordination with state and federal entities, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Analyze, interpret, and apply state and federal health laws, regulations, and policies to support regional operations, facilities, and contracted providers
Serve as regional legal liaison by coordinating with LDH leadership, program administrators, and external partners to resolve legal issues, mitigate risk, and support effective service delivery
Perform related legal and administrative duties as required, including providing notary services when applicable and supporting additional regions as backup senior legal counsel to ensure continuity of legal services
Qualification
Required
Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law
Four years of experience as a practicing attorney
Preferred
Extensive experience handling complex health law matters
Providing independent legal advice and representation for multi-program or multi-jurisdictional operations
Benefits
Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave
Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
Retirement – State Of Louisiana Employees Are Eligible To Participate In Various Retirement Systems (based On The Type Of Appointment And Agency For Which An Employee Works).
Company
State of Louisiana
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service.
10001+ employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Chancellor Donald, M.D.
Chief Medical Officer
Chase Hymel
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
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