Staff Attorney

Work for a company where you make a difference in people's lives every day!

At GT, we know that our people are at the heart of our success. If you love your work, enjoy collaboration, and want to learn, you’ve come to the right place! Let us help you discover a new passion for doing good in a growing industry.

GT Independence has won numerous awards and recognitions for being a great workplace, including being named a National “Best and Brightest Companies to Work For” in 2025! We also received the "Great Place Place To Work" Certification for 2025-2026!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Staff Attorney and analyzes legal issues, drafts documents, reviews contracts and ensures compliance with existing contracts under the direction of the Associate General Counsil. Analyze the impact and application of federal and state health care laws and regulations affecting self-direction healthcare. The Staff Attorney must maintain knowledge of U.S. Healthcare laws including Medicaid, Medicaid waivers, Stark, False Claims and contract law.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Support other business leaders in ensuring compliance with and training on applicable laws and regulations
Support business development regarding negotiating agreements, renewals, memoranda of understanding and side letter agreements
Develop and support a vendor contract strategy, reviewing vendor contracts as needed and establishing standards terms and conditions for third-party contracts
Advise operations leadership on all aspects of existing contacts and affect on operational processes and requirements
Identify and analyze legal issues and potential risks and recommended course of action
Administer the company contract management system
Assist business development with responses to requests for proposals
Collaborate with business development regarding negotiation of new contracts and amendments to existing contracts
Maintain the company’s contracts, agreements and other essential documentation
Ensure compliance with all statutory filings
Review, research and interpret guidance provided by industry associations, periodicals and other sources for applicability to GT business
Upholds mission and values
Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION

Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

2+ years of directly related experience preferably within a Medicaid environment
Licensing to practice law in at least one state and/or the District of Columbia preferred
High level of confidentiality
Written and oral communication with diverse populations
Good judgment
Effective decision making
Information management
Planning and organizing
Problem analysis and solving
Teamwork oriented
Flexibility and adaptability
Multitasking and meeting deadlines

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a typical office setting or from a home office.

GT Independence is a national, family-owned organization and a trusted leader in personal and financial services for people in need of home and community-based care throughout the country. We help thousands of people in public health programs across the country find and hire their own personal assistants.

Our legal team strives to create trust, autonomy and even fun. We believe that everyone can contribute and that the best employees are intrinsically motivated, so we excel because we respect each other and we love what we do.

We value excellence, but we won’t micromanage to achieve it. If you are self-motivated, we’ll give you the freedom to succeed on your own. Team members enjoy flexible time off, competitive wages and benefits and the opportunity to grow professionally.
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What Culture & Belonging Means at GT: Bring Your Authentic Self To Work

GT is committed to being a welcoming and inclusive community. We aspire for all staff to feel comfortable bringing their full, authentic selves to work. We want people to feel valued and have a sense of belonging. GT strives to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We recognize that our diversity makes us stronger. It also drives innovation and ultimately helps us achieve our mission of self-determination.