Associate General Counsel - Discovery Senior Living

About Discovery Senior Living

Discovery Senior Living ranks prominently among the 5 largest senior housing providers in the US, and is nationally renowned for designing, developing, marketing, and operating a multi-brand portfolio of upscale, luxury senior-living communities.  With over 250 communities in nearly 40states, and 15,000 dedicated employees, Discovery Senior Living, with multiple national brands, is one the largest and fastest growing senior living companies in the United States. Recognized as a Great Place to Work, Discovery continues its rapid growth trajectory to lead the industry in providing desirable communities and exceptional lifestyle and value for our residents all while retaining our family-first culture. We’re a 30-year-old innovative company with a rich history of delivering exceptional service and quality care in desirable, enriching residential environments.

Discovery Senior Living is looking for an Associate General Counsel to join our home office team.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Associate General Counsel position is responsible for representing the organization on a variety of legal matters as assigned. This position will provide meaningful contributions to the execution of the Legal Department’s core services and functions including general business and health care law while providing legal counsel to managers and operational field team members on a variety of multi-state legal matters.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides advice and support on a broad range of business and transaction matters.
• Provides research, analysis, counsel and guidance on a variety of legal issues. Protects the Company and its affiliates against legal risks and violations.
• Prepare appropriate legal documents for the Company and its affiliates.
• Assists with regulatory research, policy review and implementation.
• Works closely with internal and external clients while resolving legal issues on a multi-state level.
• Acts as a primary point of contact for operational legal support to field operations. Assists with plans of correction, interpretation of company policies and state regulations, approval of media talking points, review of medical record requests and guidance to field operations when reportable events occur.
• Reviews and approves advertising copy, proposed sales and marketing programs and public statements from a legal standpoint.
• Drafts or collaborates with other departments on new and revised company policies.
• Studies proposed and existing state and federal legislation.
• Coordinates the discharge process for all company communities, including Independent Living, Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing. Works closely with the collections team on all financial discharges and the legal operations team on all other discharges. Drafts discharge letters, drafts, negotiating settlements and works with local counsel on collections and evictions.
• Assist in the defense of claims and litigation engaging in the discovery process.
• Negotiates settlements with third parties, including residents/families.
• Identifies and assesses legal risk and opportunities within the organization and advises accordingly.
• Establishes and maintains relationships, credibility, and trust with clients, stakeholders, legal team members and other colleagues.
• Manages outside counsel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Prepare and file, as appropriate, documents for the formation and operation of business entities, such as corporations, limited liability companies, etc.
• Responsibilities may include drafting various agreements, including employment agreements, professional services agreements, transaction agreements, and other business agreements.
• Provide internal support for legal proceedings including in-depth understanding of the organization’s operations and interrelationships.
• Provide immediate answers frequently from accumulated knowledge and experience without the opportunity to research the law where feasible.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Five + years of related, demonstrated experience with emphasis in corporate and regulatory law within the healthcare industry and/or senior care industry.
• Juris Doctorate Degree.
• State licensure in good standing; eligible for Florida corporate counsel licensure.

Benefits:

In addition to a rewarding career and competitive salary, Discovery offers a comprehensive benefit package.  

Eligible team members are offered a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off and paid holidays.   Team members are eligible to participate in our outstanding 401(k) plan with company match our Employee Assistance Program and accident insurance policies.

EOE D/V