Robert Mehus
About Robert Mehus
Robert Mehus is an experienced attorney currently serving as Associate General Counsel at Anthem, Inc., where he leads legal aspects of product innovation and advises the executive team. He has held various legal positions over a career spanning more than three decades, including significant roles at UnitedHealth Group and Bayer Pharmaceuticals.
Work at Anthem, Inc.
Robert Mehus currently serves as Associate General Counsel at Anthem, Inc., a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he acts as the lead counselor and advisor to the executive team and business growth leads. He is responsible for the legal aspects of product innovation and development for the commercialization of products within the company. Mehus develops and implements policies and procedures related to contracting processes to standardize operations across the organization. He also establishes best practices and template contracting language to align with corporate objectives and mitigate risks.
Previous Experience at UnitedHealth Group
Prior to his current role, Robert Mehus worked at UnitedHealth Group for a total of 14 years. He served as Sr. Associate General Counsel from 2015 to 2021 and as Associate General Counsel and Assistant Secretary from 2007 to 2015. During his tenure, he contributed to various legal functions and supported the organization's compliance and governance efforts in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area.
Legal Career Background
Robert Mehus has extensive experience in the legal field, having held various positions throughout his career. He worked as General Counsel, COO, and Secretary at OutsourceOne from 1996 to 2006. Prior to that, he was a Principal Attorney at Corporate Counsel Services, Ltd. from 1992 to 2007. His early career included a role as Corporate Counsel and Assistant Secretary at Bayer Pharmaceuticals from 1987 to 1992, and a brief position as an Attorney at Murnane Brandt in 2007.
Education and Expertise
Robert Mehus earned his Juris Doctor (JD) from Mitchell Hamline School of Law, where he studied from 1985 to 1988. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English from the University of Minnesota, obtained between 1982 and 1985. His foundational education includes studies at St. Cloud State University from 1979 to 1982 and Osseo Senior High School from 1976 to 1979. This educational background supports his extensive expertise in corporate law and governance.