Standard Occupational Classification (SOC): Legal Occupations

Legal occupations in the healthcare industry include professionals who provide legal services and guidance to healthcare organizations, professionals, and patients. These occupations may include lawyers, judges, judicial law clerks, and paralegals. Lawyers in healthcare are responsible for reviewing and interpreting laws, regulations, and contracts related to the healthcare industry, and advising clients on their rights and responsibilities. They may also represent clients in legal proceedings, such as negotiations, mediations, and court cases. Judges in healthcare preside over legal proceedings and make decisions on cases brought before them. Judicial law clerks in healthcare work for judges and assist them in researching and analyzing legal issues, drafting opinions and orders, and preparing for hearings and trials. Paralegals in healthcare assist lawyers in preparing for legal proceedings and may also be responsible for conducting research, preparing documents, and communicating with clients. These professionals typically have a law degree or a related degree and may be required to have a license or certification in their field of expertise. They may also be required to have experience in the healthcare industry or in a related field.