Health Counsel/Senior Counsel with Food Law Expertise

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Health Counsel/Senior Counsel with expertise in food law to join its Washington, D.C. office. The ideal candidate will bring over six years of experience in this specialized field, contributing to the firm's Health Care & Life Sciences practice.

Duties

• Advise clients on food law regulations and compliance.
• Conduct transactions and due diligence in the food law sector.
• Collaborate with regulatory bodies, including the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
• Provide guidance on USDA requirements.

Requirements

• Over six years of experience in food law.
• Experience working with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
• Familiarity with USDA regulations is preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong analytical and research abilities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.

This AmLaw firm provides it's associates with excellent partners, high quality work, a transparent pay policy, and numerous pro bono opportunities. Attorneys get substantive experience early-on in their careers. Theres no billing requirement at this firm, and the work does not overwhelm the associates here. Vacations are very doable, and associates report they arent bothered during those precious days. The firm has a very collegial atmosphere. According to the associates, firm social life is available, but not expected.