Staff Attorney

St. Tammany Health System

. Support St. Tammany Health System’s Corporate Compliance Department, leadership team, and Board of Commissioners . Serve as a legal resource for the System . Conduct due diligence on proposed business, employment, and

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeCovington • Louisiana • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in corporate and transactional law, including real estate and commercial agreements, while effectively managing legal processes and providing strategic legal advice to leadership. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for negotiating and articulating legal positions.

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Corporate Law ExpertiseTransactional Law ExperienceLegal Research ProficiencyContract Negotiation SkillsLouisiana State Bar Membership

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Hard Skills

Corporate LawTransactional LawReal Estate LawLegal ResearchContract ManagementCommercial AgreementsLegal Opinion AnalysisEntity FormationDue DiligenceData Evaluation

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsIndependent WorkCommunication SkillsNegotiation SkillsConfidentiality Maintenance

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

Louisiana State Bar Membership

Industry Keywords

Corporate ComplianceHospital Service DistrictsEmployment AgreementsBusiness TransactionsState/Federal Laws

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support St. Tammany Health System’s Corporate Compliance Department, leadership team, and Board of Commissioners
Serve as a legal resource for the System
Conduct due diligence on proposed business, employment, and organizational transactions
Support the System’s review, negotiation, and completion of contracts and agreements
Manage and oversee legal aspects of real estate and other business transactions
Manage the System’s employment agreements with physicians, service and support agreements, and document management
Communicate critical information to System leadership in accordance with System policies and procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

Member in good standing with the Louisiana State Bar Association
Graduation from an accredited school of law
Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a practicing corporate or transactional attorney
Working knowledge of law relating to general corporate and transactional legal matters, including real estate and property sales and leasing, commercial agreements, formation of legal entities and other corporate business matters
Knowledge of state/federal laws relevant to transactions and Louisiana hospital service districts
Strong organizational skills and ability to work with executive leaders and attorneys on varied assignments
Expertise in legal research, providing legal opinions, and analyzing facts and precedents
Ability to work independently, set priorities, manage complex processes, and maintain confidentiality
Ability to assess large amounts of information and data and evaluate relationships between numerous factors
Ability to articulate, communicate, and negotiate positions and strategies concisely
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Must possess good physical health
Ability to stand, sit, or walk for long periods
Ability to lift at least 10 pounds
Ability to work with a moderate level of noise

Benefits

Comp & perks

Attractive compensation package
Opportunity for remote work as approved by direct manager