Adam Wentland helps health care providers navigate high-stakes disputes and operational challenges at the intersection of medical staff governance, reimbursement, regulatory compliance and business litigation. Hospitals, medical staffs, independent practice associations, medical groups, physicians and ancillary service providers turn to Adam in matters involving peer review, fraud and abuse issues, government investigations, HIPAA and state privacy matters, whistleblower retaliation claims, and provider-payor disputes.

Adam also advises health care clients on business and operational issues that often arise outside traditional litigation but carry significant legal risk, including hospital closures, payer contracting, entity formation, commercial leasing and corporate director conflicts. His work gives him a practical view of the legal pressure points that affect provider relationships, reimbursement strategy and day-to-day operations.

Beyond health care, Adam represents institutional clients in real estate and business litigation involving significant commercial assets and contractual rights. He has represented Fortune 500 companies, publicly traded real estate developers, national retail and global restaurant chains and real estate asset management companies in purchase and sale disputes, high-stakes unlawful detainers, lender and investor disputes, easement and covenant matters and claims involving contract, fraud, fiduciary duty and negligence theories.

Education

  • William & Mary Law School (J.D., 2011)
    • William & Mary Bill of Rights Journal
  • Illinois Wesleyan University (B.A., magna cum laude, 2008)

    Bar Admission

    • California

    Court Admissions

    • U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
    • U.S. District Court, Central District of California
    • U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
    • U.S. District Court, Northern District of California

    Professional Affiliations

    • California Society of Healthcare Attorneys
    • Ladera Ranch Maintenance Corporation (LARMAC)
      • Board of Directors, 2018-2019
    • Health Law News
      • Board of Editors, 2018-2022

    Recognition

    • Named one of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America in:
      • Health Care Law, 2024-2026
      • Litigation – Real Estate, 2024-2026