Associate Counsel

About Sonida Senior LivingSonida Senior Living is one of the nation’s leading operators of independent living, assisted living and memory care communities for senior adults. The Company operates 71 communities that are home to nearly 7,800 residents across 18 states providing comfortable, safe, affordable communities where residents can form friendships, enjoy new experiences and receive personalized care from dedicated team members who treat them like family.Job Description:Support the Legal Department by managing litigation, investigations, and cases, as well as conducting legal research and analysis.Responsibilities:Oversee healthcare related and general liability.Review and investigate internally reported issues.Perform the initial witness interviews.Collect and review records.Implement systems and procedures for litigation and claims.Maintain up-to-date reporting on the status of ongoing and potential litigation.Review third-party requests for records.Assist in the selection of local litigation counsel.Assist in case strategy.Attend mediations, arbitrations, and case status conferences.Initiate and manage collection activities.Review and revise compliance and risk management policies.Assist with regulatory and compliance projects as needed.Review and revise contracts as needed.Education and Experience:Juris Doctorate degree with admission to the State Bar of Texas.Minimum of two years of litigation experience. Experience in long-term care or healthcare related litigation is preferred.Experience leading mediations, depositions, witness preparations, contested judicial hearings, and trials.Experience in litigation related investigations.Experience preparing discovery responses, court filings, and exhibits.Must possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Exceptional oral and written communication skills.Excellent negotiation skills.Exceptionally detail-oriented.Demonstrate ability to meet deadlines.Must have the ability to multitask.Must be able to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.

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