General Counsel

Korn Ferry is partnering with a leading dental services organization (DSO) headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee to find a General Counsel that will report directly to the CEO.

Founded in 2017, the company has grown rapidly through a combination of acquisitions and organic expansion, now operating across 250+ practices with 300+ providers in 25 states. The company partners with dental providers to combine clinical autonomy with professional business management. It provides operational support, technology, data, analytics, and financial capabilities, enabling providers to focus on patient care while growing their practices. Through its network of dental practices, the company drives best-in-class business performance while delivering high-quality patient care.

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  Provide legal advice and counsel on a wide range of corporate, commercial, and healthcare regulatory matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex agreements, including provider employment agreements, vendor and supplier contracts, real estate/lease agreements, and M&A transaction documents.
• Oversee corporate governance matters, including board resolutions, policies, and entity management.
• Support due diligence, structuring, and integration activities in connection with acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions.
• Collaborate with HR to manage employment-related matters, policies, and investigations, ensuring compliance with applicable labor and employment laws.
• Monitor changes in healthcare regulations and advise on compliance with federal and state laws, including HIPAA, Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, and state dental/medical board requirements.
• Manage outside counsel relationships and oversee cost-effective use of external resources.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and training to improve risk management and operational efficiency.
• Handle special projects and additional duties as assigned.

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  J.D. from an accredited law school and active license in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.
• 10+ years of legal experience, with a strong background in corporate transactions, healthcare law, or a mix of law firm and in-house experience.
• Experience with multi-site healthcare, dental, or physician practice management companies preferred.
• Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex contracts and provide practical business-oriented solutions.
• Strong understanding of healthcare compliance and regulatory frameworks.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
• High integrity, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to risk management.

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Korn Ferry shall provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified candidates, and will refer candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis. Artificial Intelligence tools may be used in connection with the recruitment process for this position.