Jose Vela

Jose 'Joe' Vela Jr., J.D., LL.M., is a highly experienced legal professional specializing in healthcare compliance, health insurance payment, and reimbursement, with a focus on the healthcare industry.

With a distinguished 28-year military career, Jose has led and managed military units in joint military operations worldwide at various levels, culminating as a retired Lieutenant Colonel with the U.S. Army, and a veteran of Operation Enduring Freedom.

He holds a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Michigan Law School, a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from the University of Houston Law Center, and Bachelor's Degrees from the University of Notre Dame, complemented by his high school education at St. Rita of Cascia High School.

Currently serving as Senior Counsel at Clark Hill Law, Jose has previously held significant roles at prestigious organizations such as the U.S. Department of Justice, United States Attorney's Office, Kane County State's Attorney's Office, Thompson & Knight LLP, Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP, and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

His expertise spans healthcare law, investigations, compliance, Medicare, commercial litigation, and more, making him a sought-after advisor for clients ranging from small businesses to large national health systems.