Blaine J. Benard

Blaine delivers results for clients with matters involving business disputes, healthcare, professional liability, and protection of intellectual property. Blaine provides sound counsel to companies from Fortune 500 and international companies to local businesses and entrepreneurs. Blaine advises a wide array of clients, including an international aerospace and defense contracting company, an international commercial airline, energy, mining and natural resources companies, manufacturers, financial institutions, professional service providers, technology, and other businesses. He previously chaired the litigation department of a large regional and international law firm. Trusted advisor to hospitals, pharmacies, and healthcare providers: For over 20 years, Blaine has represented dozens of hospitals, pharmacies, hospital associations, and other healthcare providers. Blaine's solution-oriented approach helps providers address significant issues, strategic objectives, and the delivery of quality care. Blaine's team counsels on regulatory compliance, government investigations, Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, healthcare transactions, physician contracts, litigation, construction contracts, employment counseling, and development projects. He also works with assisted living facilities and advises on Medicaid upper payment limit programs for nursing homes.