Ethan Rii Bio

Ethan is a member of the firm’s Board of Directors and partner in Ice Miller’s national Health Care Group. His practice is devoted to assisting a diverse array of health care businesses across the country to achieve their strategic initiatives by providing legal advice on structuring combinations, joint ventures and acquisitions while navigating federal and state regulatory imperatives. Ethan has been recognized by Chambers USA for his knowledge in healthcare law, covering both regulatory and transactional matters, with strength in M&A and compliance. Clients noted that Ethan is a "one-stop shop” and has “good knowledge of industry practice." He has also been continually recognized by Best Lawyers® in America for Health Care Law. In 2021, he was recognized as an Acritas Stars Stand-Out Lawyer for outstanding client service. Throughout his legal career, Ethan has served in leadership roles and positioned himself as a changemaker for organizations such as the American Health Lawyers Association, Chicago Bar Association, and the Illinois Association of Healthcare Attorneys. Ethan is a highly sought-after speaker and regularly presents across the country on the topic of health care compliance and transactions, with his work appearing in several prominent health care publications. Specifically, he has spoken for organizations such as the American Health Lawyers Association and the Illinois Association of Healthcare Attorneys. He has also been featured in publications from the American Hospital Association, the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the State Bar of Michigan Health Care Law Section Publications and others. Prior to joining Ice Miller, Ethan served for many years as chair of health care and professional associations for an international law firm where he focused on health care transactions and regulatory matters.