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Greater Chicago Health Care Attorneys Representing Physicians

The attorneys at Malecki Brooks Ford Law Group, LLC, offer a diverse skill set along with broad health care industry knowledge in advising their physician clients. Our team also utilizes an integrated approach to problem-solving and tailors all solutions to the particular issue faced by the individual physician or physician practice. Specifically, our clients seek counsel on issues regarding ancillary services, licensing defense in response to the Illinois Department of Professional and Financial Regulation (IDFPR), and corporate transactional matters faced by physician practice groups.

Our representation is multi-faceted in that we assist with various concerns, from reviewing an employment or on-call services agreement to drafting or reviewing complex management service agreements. Based in Chicagoland, we regularly assist clients throughout Greater Chicago, the Midwest and across the United States.

We also offer services for new physicians. After years of schooling and training, you are ready to enter into your profession with your first full-time position. As you build your career, we can help with everything from contract negotiating to mitigating malpractice claims. We are here to guide you in establishing a strong foundation and growing your career. Contact us online or by calling 630-912-6146 to learn more.

When Should Physicians Contact An Attorney?

A physician may need to work with an attorney at any point in their career. It is often best to do this early on. For example, a physician who is taking a new job may want to have a contract review carried out before signing any employment agreement. A physician who is opening their own practice may need extensive assistance with regulatory compliance, contractual agreements with other staff members, proper licensing and registration issues, real estate transaction issues and much more.

Beyond that, physicians who are facing litigation may need to consult with an attorney to consider their defense options and understand what steps to take moving forward. It all depends on the specific situation, but an attorney can help things go smoothly at many different stages in a physician’s career.

Assisting Physicians With General Business Concerns

From starting your career and negotiating contracts to addressing issues with your own practice, you can trust our experienced attorneys to provide the guidance you need.

We can assist you with the following:

Contract review and employment agreements, including on-call service agreements, consulting and medical director agreements
Independent Contractor arrangements for services
Review, draft and advise on management care and service organization (MSO) agreements
Practice and corporate entity formation, joint business ventures and separation/severance agreements
Medical practice mergers, acquisitions and sales
Medical equipment purchases and leases
Real estate purchases, office space leases, provider-based clinic arrangements
Review of restrictive covenants and non-complete clauses
Risk assessments and risk reduction strategies
Labor and employment law
Medical Staff Bylaws disputes and due process related
Private Equity Transactions

Regulatory Services For Physicians

As a physician, regulatory and compliance-related concerns can feel overwhelming and cumbersome as part of your practice.

Our regulatory and compliance services include:

Medicare, Medicaid and health insurance company audit assistance and representation
Third-party payor coding and billing requirements
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) advice and representation
License application and discipline cases at the IDFPR
HIPAA/HITECH privacy assessments and assistance with compliance and breaches
Compliance assessments and development of compliance plan/policies
Employment practices and policies
Provision of compliance officer and compliance education
General/in-house counsel services

At Malecki Brooks Ford our attorneys can help shoulder that burden so you can focus on your patients.

Pre-Litigation And Litigation Representation

While no one wants a dispute to end up in the courtroom, sometimes, litigation is unavoidable.

Our experienced litigators can assist you with a wide range of concerns, including:

Potentially compensable event management
Crisis management
Deposition assistance
Contract disputes
Malpractice defense

Our lawyers at Malecki Brooks Ford can represent you in and out of the courtroom to help protect your rights and meet your goals.

What Should Physicians Know Before Selling Their Practice?

When selling a practice, the first important step is to have a formal valuation carried out. This will consider a variety of factors, such as the business’s projected income, the assets that it holds and more.

In some cases, a physician will sell their practice, but only under the condition that they can have continued employment. While another professional might take over as the owner of the business, they will still remain as part of the medical staff. When doing this, appropriate contractual documents will need to be drafted.

It is also important to understand exactly what paperwork this process involves, such as a purchase/sale agreement, real estate documents and similar materials. These cases can be complex, which is why guidance from an experienced attorney is helpful.

Is Your Medical License At Risk?

If your medical license is at risk, it is very important to meet with a Chicago medical license defense attorney. It is crucial to act early and have experienced guidance at this time.

There are many different factors that could trigger a potential license suspension or revocation. Examples include drug or alcohol use, allegations of negligence, significant medical mistakes, medication errors, prescription errors and even never events – such as wrong-site surgery. A physician has a duty of care to their patients and must provide medical care that meets the accepted standard. Accusations of negligence can put a license in danger, affecting a physician’s entire career trajectory. It is crucial to work with an experienced Chicago medical license defense lawyer.

Contact An Experienced Attorney Today

Choosing to work with an attorney who possesses a deep understanding of the unique challenges and legal concerns specific to physicians and other health care providers is crucial. At Malecki Brooks Ford we are dedicated to navigating these complexities with you, offering tailored advice and strategic defense designed to protect your interests and advance your professional goals. Most of our attorneys represent physicians, including our partners:

To schedule a consultation at our Chicago area law office, call us at 630-912-6146 or fill out an online contact form to send us a message. We represent clients throughout Illinois and the Midwest, as well as across the country.

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