JOB SUMMARY:
The Staff is responsible for providing legal support services as a practicing attorney with a primary focus on contract, policy, and grant review.
The Staff Attorney must be able to translate complex legal requirements into practical, business-oriented guidance and serve as a problem-solver for internal stakeholders. This position operates within established legal frameworks, escalating complex or high-risk issues as appropriate, while contributing to a high-performing, service-oriented legal team committed to excellence.
WHO WILL THRIVE HERE:
- An attorney who can translate legal complexity into clear, practical business guidance.
- A problem-solver who looks for workable solutions, not just legal risks.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- A collaborative team member who values being part of a customer service-oriented legal team that supports internal stakeholders.
- Someone who is committed to high standards, continuous improvement, and excellence in legal operations.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
I. General Legal Affairs
- Conduct legal research on assigned matters (such as privacy and employment law) and provide clear, concise, and practical summaries.
- Provide guidance related to changes in laws and regulations, which may impact the health care industry in general and FCS specifically.
- Provide responsive, solutions-oriented support that translates legal requirements into operational guidance for internal departments.
- Develop legal training materials and lead internal legal education efforts.
- Supports departmental operations through the execution of additional responsibilities, projects, and initiatives as assigned.
II. Contract Drafting and Review
- Draft, review, and revise contracts, agreements, and amendments ensuring terms beneficial to the agency.
- Review grants drafted by the Grants Department.
- Identify legal risk in contracts and recommend practical, business-oriented solutions.
- Escalate non-standard or high-risk contract terms as appropriate.
- Draft templates and standard contract language.
III. Court Matters
- Review and respond to subpoenas and court orders served on the agency or agency staff.
- Act as the agency contact for external attorneys requesting staff testimony or medical records.
- Prepare employees for court appearances or deposition testimony.
IV. Policy Review and Compliance
- Conduct legal review of draft policies and procedures to identify.
- Legal and regulatory risks and provide clear, actionable revisions.
- Translate legal standards into accessible, business-friendly policy language.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Admission to practice law in Oklahoma, or ability to obtain licensure within a reasonable period of time.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of legal experience, preferably in healthcare law, transactional law, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience reviewing and drafting contracts and legal documents.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a customer service-oriented approach to internal stakeholders.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and work both independently and collaboratively.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- Experience in behavioral health, healthcare, or other regulated environments, including familiarity with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, CMS, OHCA, and ODMHSAS.
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills, with the ability to assess risk and provide practical, business-oriented guidance.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities with strong organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.
- Experience reviewing contracts and policies for legal and regulatory compliance.
- Experience working with internal stakeholders in an in-house or service-oriented legal environment.
- Familiarity with legal processes, including subpoenas, medical records requests, and contract lifecycle or project management tools.
