Healthcare Attorney Resume Example

Senior Counsel, Global M&A and Regulatory · AbbVie Inc.

Chicago, IL · 2018 - Present

• Led legal due diligence and negotiation for 10+ global M&A transactions, ranging from $50M to $5B, significantly expanding market presence in immunology and oncology.
• Developed and implemented compliance programs for pharmaceutical R&D activities across 30+ countries, reducing potential regulatory fines by an estimated 25% annually.
• Provided critical legal guidance on complex global privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA) for digital health initiatives, ensuring 100% compliance for new product launches.
• Managed external counsel for litigation matters related to product liability and intellectual property, achieving favorable outcomes in 90% of high-stakes cases.
• Structured and negotiated multi-million dollar strategic alliances and licensing agreements, driving innovation and securing new revenue streams for key therapeutic areas.

Senior Associate, Healthcare & Life Sciences Group · Sidley Austin LLP

Chicago, IL · 2011 - 2018

• Advised private equity firms and strategic buyers on 50+ healthcare M&A transactions, conducting comprehensive regulatory diligence for deals valued at over $10 billion.
• Developed bespoke compliance frameworks for hospital systems and medical device manufacturers, specifically addressing Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, and HIPAA regulations.
• Drafted and negotiated complex commercial agreements including joint ventures, physician employment agreements, and management service agreements for healthcare providers.
• Secured favorable regulatory approvals and advised on licensure requirements for new healthcare facilities and services across multiple states, facilitating expansion for 15+ clients.
• Trained junior associates on healthcare regulatory landscapes and transactional best practices, improving team efficiency by 20% in client advisory roles.

Juris Doctor (J.D.), cum laude, Order of the Coif · Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law

Chicago, IL · 2008 - 2011

• Specialized coursework in Health Law and Corporate Transactions
• Senior Editor, Northwestern University Law Review
• Recipient of the American Jurisprudence Award for Contracts

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science, Summa Cum Laude · University of Michigan

Ann Arbor, MI · 2004 - 2008

• Graduated top 5% of class
• Member of Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society
• Completed honors thesis on healthcare policy reform

Senior Counsel, Healthcare Practice Group · Foley & Lardner LLP

Boston, MA · 2021 - Present

• Provide strategic legal counsel to 20+ healthcare providers, payers, and life sciences companies on complex regulatory compliance, transactions, and litigation matters.
• Successfully guided 5+ healthcare entities through federal and state audits (e.g., OIG, CMS), mitigating potential fines exceeding $10M by ensuring robust documentation and compliance procedures.
• Negotiated and drafted M&A agreements for 8 healthcare transactions with an aggregate value of over $500M, ensuring strict adherence to healthcare regulations (e.g., Stark Law, AKS).
• Developed and implemented enterprise-wide compliance programs for 3 large health systems, reducing identified risk exposure by 30% within the first year.

Associate Counsel · Partners HealthCare (now Mass General Brigham)

Boston, MA · 2017 - 2021

• Advised internal stakeholders on a broad range of healthcare regulatory issues, including HIPAA, HITECH Act, False Claims Act, and state privacy laws.
• Reviewed and revised over 150 healthcare-related contracts annually, including vendor agreements, research agreements, and physician employment contracts, ensuring compliance and reducing legal risk by 15%.
• Coordinated with internal audit teams to conduct 10+ annual compliance risk assessments, identifying and rectifying deficiencies that improved overall regulatory standing.
• Led training sessions for 200+ clinical and administrative staff on data privacy best practices and fraud prevention, resulting in a 25% reduction in compliance incidents.

Litigation Associate · Goodwin Procter LLP

Boston, MA · 2013 - 2017

• Managed a diverse caseload of 30+ complex commercial litigation matters, including contract disputes, intellectual property, and corporate governance issues.
• Drafted and argued motions, conducted depositions, and prepared trial strategies for high-stakes cases, contributing to favorable outcomes in 80% of resolved disputes.
• Conducted extensive legal research and analysis, preparing memoranda and briefs that supported successful litigation strategies for 10+ major corporate clients.
• Coordinated e-discovery efforts for multiple large-scale litigation projects, managing review teams of 5+ junior attorneys and paralegals, improving efficiency by 20%.

Juris Doctor (J.D.) · Boston College Law School

Newton, MA · 2010 - 2013

• Graduated Magna Cum Laude
• Top 10% of class, GPA: 3.8/4.0
• Recipient, John D. O'Reilly, Jr. Award for Excellence in Administrative Law
• Member, Boston College Law Review

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science · University of Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, PA · 2006 - 2010

• Graduated with Distinction in Major, GPA: 3.7/4.0
• Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society
• Varsity Debate Team Captain, led team to national championship semi-finals