Sr. Legal Counsel - Rula

At Rula, we believe that mental health is just as important as physical health. We recognize that mental health issues can be complex and multifaceted, and we are dedicated to treating the whole person, not just the symptoms. We aim to create a world where mental health is no longer stigmatized or marginalized, but rather is embraced as an integral part of one's overall well-being.

Rula is a remote-first company. We currently hire in most U.S. states, with the exception of Hawaii.

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to help Rula navigate the complex intersection of healthcare regulation and commercial growth. In this role, you will support our payor and clinical contracting efforts, serving as a trusted partner to our business teams as we build scalable, compliant partnerships and ensure quality services are delivered. You will also tackle nuanced regulatory challenges—such as corporate practice of medicine; fraud and abuse; telehealth; scope of practice; state AI laws—transforming complexity into clear, actionable advice that proactively mitigates risks to the business.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of related professional experience
• Minimum of 5 years of healthcare regulatory law experience, either in a law firm or in-house, providing strategic guidance and legal support on healthcare regulatory matters (corporate practice of medicine, Anti-Kickback Statutes, False Claims Act, HIPAA, telehealth laws, AI clinical governance, Medicare/Medicaid)
• Minimum of 5 years of contracting experience including drafting and negotiating provider, payor, commercial, network participation, business associate, management services, and professional services agreements
• Experience working with and supporting healthcare providers and/or healthcare entities
• Strong writing, analytic, communication, and interpersonal skills in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in Privacy Law
• Previous experience in Employment Law

Benefits & Perks

• 100% remote work environment: US-based (excluding Hawaii)
• Comprehensive health benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA/HSA
• 401(k) plan access
• Generous time-off policies: Including 2 company-wide shutdown weeks each year
• Paid parental leave: Available for all parents
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Quarterly department stipend for team-building activities
• Home office stipend: New hire home office stipend & $50 monthly stipend for internet or cell phone
• Wellness at Rula program: Year-round wellness initiatives and a $50/month wellness stipend