General Counsel – CarDon and Associates

General Counsel Wanted at CarDon – Why Choose CarDon?  
We’re dedicated to supporting your goals–both personally and professionally. If you’re looking to elevate your career, we provide real opportunities to step into leadership roles and make a meaningful impact. With over 20 locations across Indiana, CarDon is seeking a General Counsel who is passionate about providing exceptional care and eager to grow with us.  

Career Growth  
Your professional development is a priority at CarDon. We’re committed to promoting from within and supporting your advancement every step of the way. With tuition assistance and access to CarDon University, you’ll have hundreds of educational videos and opportunities to build new skills. Interested in leadership? Our Leadership Acceleration Path (LeAP) is designed for associates ready to invest in their development and take the next step in their careers.  

Great Pay & Benefits  
Enjoy weekly pay,  paid time off, and a comprehensive benefits package–including pet insurance for your furry family members and much more.  

A Family-Oriented Team  
As a family-owned organization, we treat our team members like our own. From team celebrations to ongoing support, we’re here to help you succeed.  

About the Role

The General Counsel serves as the chief legal advisor, responsible for overseeing all legal aspects of the company’s operations to ensure compliance and mitigate risk. This role involves providing strategic legal guidance to the executive team and board of directors on corporate governance, intellectual property, employment law, and regulatory compliance. The General Counsel will lead the management of the company’s patent portfolio and intellectual property rights, safeguarding the company’s innovations and competitive advantage. Additionally, this position requires managing external legal counsel relationships and coordinating legal efforts across multiple jurisdictions as needed. Ultimately, the General Counsel ensures that the company’s legal framework supports its business objectives while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct.

Job Responsibilities

• Developing and leading corporate legal strategy to promote and protect the Company; advising the President & CEO and senior leadership on day-to-day legal issues, coming trends, and changes in law and regulation impacting the Company. 
• Responsible for, in coordination with outside counsel, the Company’s litigation portfolio with emphasis on professional and general liability, labor and employment, and workers’ compensation, and other civil litigation. 
• Leading legal review and diligence, internally and externally, on transactions including acquisitions, mergers, and joint ventures. 
• Perform and manage contract review in coordination with compliance and privacy officer and as needed, outside counsel. 
• Engaging with the compliance and privacy officer to ensure Company and community regulatory compliance, as well as the handling of administrative hearings concerning discharge and transfer, informal dispute resolution, and government investigations. 
• Maintaining proper corporate interactions with the relevant local, state and federal governmental bodies, legislatures, and the community at large. 
• Drafts necessary legal documents and develops conclusions and recommendations. 
• Assists in addressing situations of high legal exposure or risk; understands overall business risk tolerance and considers it in the context of risk management strategies and actions. 
• Creates practical and effective solutions to legal issues with no established precedent; develops creative solutions to unique legal problems. 
• Capable of taking the lead role in negotiations that are extremely complex, strategic, or sensitive in nature. Considers the long-term business and strategic consequences of possible outcomes. 
• Delivers difficult messages or news, or challenges colleagues when necessary; responds to challenges to advice directly and effectively. 
• Establishes a wide network of relationships; builds rapport with associates and colleagues at all levels within the organization as well as externally within the Long-Term Care Industry.  
• Participate in national trade associations and industry organizations to provide connectivity and networking for the Company.   

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Indiana. 
• 7 to 10 years, or more, of health care-specific legal experience.  Preference for experience in administrative and civil litigation, health care transactions, and/or corporate governance. 
• Proven experience advising senior leadership and boards on complex legal and regulatory matters.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within or advising companies in the technology or innovation sectors.
• Advanced certifications or training in intellectual property law or corporate compliance.
• Prior experience as a General Counsel or senior legal executive in a mid-to-large sized corporation.