Director – Sr. Corporate Counsel

J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
Must be admitted to practice and in good standing in at least one jurisdiction in the United States.
A minimum of eight years of general litigation experience, including experience managing all aspects of discovery, conducting motions practice, and driving settlement negotiations.
Prior experience managing attorneys or paralegals.
Strong communication and analytical skills.
Commitment to DaVita’s Core Values of Service Excellence, Integrity, Team, Continuous Improvement, Accountability, Fulfillment, and Fun.
Respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.

Collaborating with the COLT team, other legal lanes, internal business clients, and outside counsel to develop strategies to achieve DaVita’s business goals.
Developing and executing litigation strategy for a multi-state portfolio of payor collection matters.
Internal handling of legal disputes: analyzing legal claims; drafting demand letters; and negotiating and drafting settlement agreements.
Managing and directing outside counsel, including to review and manage outside counsel budgets and spend.
Providing legal advice and guidance to business clients on an array of payor collection and litigation issues.
Supporting legal and operational leadership, as well as senior management, through clear and concise written and oral communication to understand the impact of litigation on the business.
Developing a thorough understanding of the company’s business as a critical component in formulating legal guidance.
Participating in process improvement and establishment of best demonstrated practices.
Being an enthusiastic participant in the life of the JLD and JLD committees.
Navigating a fast-paced environment.

Experience with healthcare payor collection / litigation matters is strongly preferred.
Knowledge of ERISA is a plus.
Experience clerking and/or working at a national or regional firm is a plus.
General understanding of relevant health care compliance issues (i.e., AKS, Stark, HIPAA).
Team oriented with a focus on collaboration, support, and continuous improvement.
Can-do attitude and a drive to take on new responsibilities with the support of a tightknit team.
Emotional intelligence, adaptability, confidence, and a dedication to ensuring compliance.
A good sense of humor and commitment to fun.