Mark has more than 20 years of experience representing healthcare providers in complex litigation matters, including federal and state criminal investigations, false claims and other civil lawsuits, and administrative proceedings before federal and state agencies. He also regularly advises clients on regulatory compliance issues, including with respect to internal investigations, voluntary disclosures of overpayments, and possible violations of the False Claims Act (“FCA”), federal anti-kickback statute and the Stark Law. Powerful Defense of Healthcare Providers in Criminal and Civil Fraud Actions As a veteran trial lawyer and litigator, Mark’s experience includes 22 jury trials, eight appeals before the Federal Circuit […]

With more than a decade’s experience as a hospital administrator, Rob Fuller brings tremendous insight and knowledge drawn from this hands-on experience and leadership to his healthcare legal practice. Rob utilizes his next-level healthcare management skillset to advise on transactional, operational and regulatory matters in the healthcare industry. His transactional experience includes counseling on mergers, acquisitions, financing, securities, formation, governance, purchase, sale and licensing of businesses. Rob’s securities  practice goes beyond the basics of private placements, early round capital raise for startups, bond issuance, and 3(b) registration compliance, as he has developed various cash flow-based derivatives and other specialty securities […]

Aaron Lachant has been at the forefront of the marijuana industry since 2009. By solving novel and complex regulatory, compliance and licensing issues, Aaron has kept his clients, including approximately 45 of the 135 originally legalized dispensaries in Los Angeles under Proposition D (legislation he co-authored), in business and flourishing. Combining Aaron’s pioneering experience getting marijuana businesses permitted with his adroit navigation of a regulatory landscape in flux, has made him the go-to attorney for legal cannabis advice. Cannabis Industry Counsel and Trusted Advisor He frequently acts as outside general counsel for clients in the industry and is active in […]

Integrating her passion for healthcare with a fascination for the intricacies of the law and regulations governing the industry, Adella is interested in opportunities to uncover and address gaps and solve problems in the healthcare industry. From her work in private practice and in-house at a Medicare Advantage insurance plan, a large hospital system, and a growing management services organization, Adella has learned the skills necessary to develop creative and innovative solutions to clients’ needs. Her background working in private practice and in-house in multiple private healthcare organizations gives her a unique insight into the wide range of needs and […]

Blending a regulatory background with strong experience in healthcare law and policy, Ariella Coleman excels at finding cutting-edge solutions to healthcare and life sciences challenges. She is a creative problem-solver whose experience encompasses a range of health law and policy issues, including a focus on products regulated by the Food Drug Administration (FDA) under the Food Drug and Cosmetics Act (FDCA) and related compliance issues arising from innovation. Ariella’s background in advocacy and public policy give her a keen understanding of key industry topics across the full range regulatory concerns of paramount importance to healthcare and life sciences clients. Deep […]

Aviva Morady is a member of the firm’s Regulatory Compliance practice group. Aviva utilizes her deep knowledge of the issues impacting the healthcare industry to deliver complex regulatory counseling to a wide range of healthcare providers. Aviva works extensively with behavioral health providers, home health agencies, clinical laboratories, pharmacies, durable medical equipment providers, physician practices, and other healthcare professionals and organizations in navigating the complex requirements imposed by various governmental regulators. Aviva has a strong focus on representing behavioral health and addiction treatment providers in reimbursement matters and overpayment appeals and in counseling a wide variety of healthcare providers on […]

Daniel R. Eliav is a seasoned attorney with nearly a decade of experience in healthcare law. Daniel provides professional services in the formation, licensing, and ongoing compliance of healthcare providers. In addition, Daniel has extensive experience on a wide variety of mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, matters involving corporate finance, and other types of investments. Representative clients include hospitals, managed care organizations, medical groups, behavioral health providers, telehealth ventures, and other healthcare entities in regulatory and transactional matters. With hands-on experience working in institutions such as large academic medical centers, state government, hospitals, non-profit clinics, and laboratories, Daniel is uniquely positioned […]

Navigating between regulatory compliance and litigation, the versatility of John Mills’ healthcare practice and the diversity of his clients provide him with a keen understanding of the unique business objectives and risks facing different segments of the healthcare provider community. Among John’s diverse range of clients are hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, addiction treatment centers, community clinics and 340B covered entities, healthcare districts, physicians and other healthcare professionals, medical groups and IPAs, peer review bodies, management service organizations and medical billing companies, and pharmacies. Focus on Regulatory Compliance Issues for Healthcare Providers John’s regulatory compliance work focuses on key issues facing […]

A versatile and reliable healthcare operations attorney, Jonathan Berger has over 25 years’ experience advising public and private healthcare providers on regulatory compliance, transactions, corporate governance and operations. His practice encompasses transactions, facility support, and the execution of critical business decisions. Jonathan serves as a trusted resource known for maintaining focus and perspective while helping management realize the business and compliance goals of their organization. He provides timely and effective legal counsel, applying practical problem-solving skills in healthcare’s highly regulated and dynamic business environments. Focused on Healthcare Provider Operations As a member of Nelson Hardiman’s regulatory compliance team, Jonathan works […]

As a former Emergency Medical Technician and Ski Patroller, Jonathan has a keen interest in health care and tenacious drive to successfully navigate his clients through the most challenging circumstances.  Jonathan has spent more than a decade representing health care providers in both state and federal courts as well as arbitration, and concentrates his practice on health care fraud and abuse, false claim and complex business litigation. Jonathan’s clients have ranged from individual physicians to hospitals, physician medical groups, substance abuse treatment facilities, clinical laboratories, IDTFs, billing companies, and DME suppliers. Focus on Fraud and Abuse Litigation Jonathan focuses his […]

Joshua Singer is a corporate transactional and regulatory attorney with significant expertise navigating healthcare and life sciences regulatory compliance and licensing issues. He brings particular experience to the firm related to the highly-regulated cannabis industry and related business issues, and works with client to navigate the complex maze of state laws and municipal regulations. Cannabis Law Josh has spent years of focus on the regulations that govern cannabis licensing and compliance in California and nationally. He has been personally responsible for securing hundreds of cannabis and other licenses for clients. He also counsels clients on managing the conflicts that exist […]

Astute scrutiny runs through everything Michael (Akiva) Newborn does. He brings this intellectual acuity to his healthcare litigation practice based on a strong background in research and analysis of legal issues. Akiva represents healthcare providers in state and federal court in a wide range of litigation matters, including the False Claims Act and the Anti-Kickback Statute. He also advises healthcare providers on regulatory compliance issues. Litigation Nuts and Bolts Since starting his legal career, Akiva has researched and drafted memoranda on topics related to medical malpractice, elder abuse, and health care regulations, including HIPAA, and ERISA. He has drafted pleadings, […]

Recognized as a market-leading corporate strategist, Moshe Kupietzky provides business entities, entrepreneurs, and innovative companies with legal solutions to accelerate growth. Now focusing on the healthcare industry, Moshe applies his considerable knowledge in the areas of corporate and finance law to advise the lawyers in Nelson Hardiman’s Transactions Group and their clients. He harnesses experience across a broad spectrum of industries to structure complex mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, private equity purchases, strategic partnerships and consolidations, and related opportunities triggered by the burgeoning growth in healthcare markets. Financial Strategies for Healthcare Providers A leading corporate and M&A attorney with more […]

A member of Nelson Hardiman’s Litigation and Compliance groups, Sal Zimmitti represents healthcare professionals, facilities, and organizations in state and federal courts and arbitrations in complex civil litigations, civil and criminal white collar fraud prosecutions, in-network and out-of-network provider reimbursement issues, licensing board accusations and administrative actions, and general business and commercial disputes. Before the law, Sal earned an undergraduate degree in Biology and a Master of Science degree in Physiological Ecology and served as a consulting biologist on public and private large-scale land development projects throughout San Diego, Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties. He brings the rigor and […]

Sam Blackmar brings healthcare industry expertise and litigation experience to Nelson Hardiman. Sam has represented physicians, healthcare facilities, physicians’ associations and hospital systems in reimbursement arbitration and litigation in state and federal courts. Sam has also advised healthcare providers on a wide range of topics including regulatory compliance, board investigations, revenue cycle management, and payor disputes. Industry Experience Sam has worked extensively in the behavioral health reimbursement industry where he has guided mental health and addiction treatment facilities through a broad range of reimbursement-related issues. Specifically, Sam shepherded facilities through payor audits and investigations, developed appeals strategies for denied claims […]

Independent Counsel for Medical Staffs An authority on medical staff credentialing, disciplinary and non-disciplinary peer review processes, medical staff bylaws and mandatory reporting requirements, Sara Hersh serves as dedicated counsel to medical staffs of community hospitals, medical groups, healthcare systems, university systems, and county facilities. She proactively counsels medical staffs on changes in the law and needed revisions to policies and bylaws, procedural steps in disciplinary actions (both corrective actions and non-corrective actions) and advises healthcare clients on professional liability and risk management issues, ensuring compliance with state and regulatory requirements. Focus on Protecting the Licenses of Individual Healthcare Professionals […]

Experienced representing both plaintiffs and defendants in court, Sarvnaz “Miriam” Mackin brings a well-rounded perspective to her healthcare litigation practice. Miriam has served as counsel on civil matters including medical negligence, wrongful death, elder abuse, products liability and complex business torts. Savvy Healthcare Litigator Having spent nearly a decade practicing healthcare law, Miriam has a deep understanding of the complexities of litigation in the healthcare arena. She is adroit at navigating the court process, from drafting and opposing motions to trial preparation, mediation, negotiating settlement agreements and drawing up reports for clients and insurance carriers. Miriam skillfully drafts a diverse […]

Shamira Dwarica provides legal services to a wide range of healthcare organizations, advising on regulatory and employment matters and also supporting clients in litigation and administrative legal matters. Healthcare Law Experience Shamira’s work includes both healthcare and life science regulatory matters and litigation. Her litigation work has included defense of fraud and abuse matters, as well as strategies for medical staff and peer review matters. Her regulatory and transactional work has included corporate practice of medicine compliance, healthcare organizational and professional licensing, as well as compliance with a broader range of federal and California healthcare regulations.  She has worked extensively […]

Zach has spent more than twenty years in federal and state courts and in arbitration. He has represented clients in diverse industries including entertainment, professional services, financial services, marketing, and manufacturing. As a partner at Nelson Hardiman, Zach leverages his broad knowledge of industries and business models to advise healthcare clients. Focused on Litigation Solutions Across a Broad Spectrum of Providers and Issues Zach regularly represents healthcare clients in cases involving breach of contract, fraud, unfair competition, and misuse of trade secrets. His clients have ranged from individual doctors, nurses, and other individual healthcare providers, to ambulatory surgery centers, pharmacies, […]