Corporate Counsel

Southeast Medical Group • Alpharetta, GA

24d

About The Position

We are a growing, independent primary care medical group headquartered in North Atlanta, dedicated to providing patient-centered, high-quality care. As an independent practice, we pride ourselves on agility, innovation, and a commitment to keeping primary care accessible and physician-led. We are currently expanding our footprint across Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, and South Carolina, and we are looking for a dedicated legal professional to join our team.

We are seeking a practical, business-minded corporate counsel to support a growing independent primary care platform. This attorney will be the day-to-day legal partner for contracting, vendor management, and healthcare regulatory guidance across GA/AL/TN/SC. The ideal candidate is a strong generalist with healthcare experience who can move quickly, standardize processes, and provide risk-balanced recommendations. (M&A exposure is a plus, not required.)

This role is ideal for a mid-career attorney looking to transition in-house or take the next step in their corporate healthcare career. It offers a fantastic opportunity to shape business strategy and support clinical operations from our North Atlanta headquarters without the burnout of traditional law firm hours.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in good standing (GA preferred; AL/TN/SC acceptable).
• Experience: Typically 4–8 years (mid-level), ideally including healthcare and heavy contracting work (law firm and/or in-house).
• Demonstrated strength in contract drafting/negotiation and comfort managing multiple stakeholders (clinical, ops, IT, finance).
• Working knowledge of healthcare regulatory frameworks affecting physician practices; familiarity with OSHA and FLSA issues in a healthcare setting is strongly preferred.
• Clear, concise communicator with a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to push or pull heavy objects using up to 50 pounds of force
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Sustained attention and concentration: Ability to focus for extended periods while reviewing complex documents and performing legal research.
• Critical thinking and judgment: Ability to analyze facts, assess legal risk, and make sound recommendations under uncertainty.
• Complex problem solving: Ability to identify issues, evaluate options, and develop practical solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Decision-making under time pressure: Ability to prioritize competing demands and meet strict deadlines.
• Written communication: Ability to draft and edit clear, accurate, and persuasive legal documents and business communications.
• Verbal communication: Ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-lawyers and present positions effectively in meetings/negotiations.
• Confidentiality and discretion: Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and strict confidentiality.
• Interpersonal skills: Ability to collaborate across functions, manage conflict, and negotiate with internal/external stakeholders.
• Emotional resilience: Ability to maintain professionalism and composure when managing high-stakes matters, conflict, or adverse developments.
• Organizational skills: Ability to manage multiple matters, maintain accurate records, and track obligations and deadlines.
• Ethical reasoning: Ability to apply professional responsibility standards and company policies consistently.

Nice To Haves

• M&A / growth support (nice to have): Assist with diligence, contract assignment/consents, and integration support for clinic acquisitions/affiliations as opportunities arise.

Responsibilities

• Contracts (core): Draft, review, and negotiate commercial and healthcare-related agreements, including vendor/MSA/SOWs, SaaS/IT and data-related contracts, BAAs, leases, professional services, employment/contractor agreements, and select payer-related arrangements as needed.
• Vendor & procurement support: Partner with operations/IT/finance to improve contracting workflows, vendor terms, renewal tracking, and risk controls (templates, playbooks, clause libraries).
• Healthcare regulatory guidance: Advise on compliance and operational best practices impacting primary care operations across GA/AL/TN/SC.
• Legal strategy & risk management: Identify issues early, propose options, and help leadership make informed, practical decisions; maintain a clear view of risk tolerance and priorities.
• Policies & governance: Help maintain corporate policies, required postings/acknowledgements, training support, and documentation practices; assist with entity management and corporate housekeeping as needed.
• Disputes & outside counsel: Triage pre-litigation matters and manage outside counsel for specialized/regulatory or litigation issues, with a focus on cost-effective outcomes.
• M&A / growth support (nice to have): Assist with diligence, contract assignment/consents, and integration support for clinic acquisitions/affiliations as opportunities arise.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees