Description

The Associate General Counsel will serve as a key member of the Legal Department at Specialty Dental Brands (“SDB”), providing strategic and practical legal advice across the organization. This role will focus on corporate, transactional, regulatory, and compliance matters, with an emphasis on supporting business operations and enabling growth. The AGC will partner with executives, operations, finance, HR, and clinical leadership to manage legal risk while supporting SDB’s mission to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

Why SDB?

At Specialty Dental Brands, we pride ourselves on building long-term partnerships with practices and providers while supporting them with industry-leading business and operational expertise. The Associate General Counsel will play a critical role in supporting our growth and ensuring we deliver on our mission to serve patients and providers with excellence.

Responsibilities:

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

Requirements

J.D. from an accredited law school and active license in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
7–10 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