Health Care and Life Sciences Senior Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Health Care and Life Sciences Senior Attorney in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. This role requires a seasoned professional with over six years of experience in health care and life sciences law, particularly in clinical research-related contracting and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will manage complex matters autonomously, advise sophisticated clients, and collaborate with firm leadership to enhance the practice.

Duties

• Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of complex health care and life sciences agreements.
• Advise clients on compliance with regulatory frameworks, including FDA regulations and HIPAA.
• Provide guidance on clinical research operations and regulatory strategy.
• Develop and oversee policies and contracting frameworks for clients.
• Collaborate on sophisticated regulatory and transactional matters.
• Mentor junior attorneys and associates.
• Participate in practice development and client relationship management.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership.
• 6+ years of experience in health care and/or life sciences law.
• Experience drafting and negotiating CTAs, DUAs, MTAs, and BAAs.
• Strong knowledge of clinical research compliance frameworks.
• Ability to manage complex matters independently.
• Excellent analytical, drafting, and communication skills.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active membership in good standing with at least one state bar.

Skills

• Strong client-service orientation.
• Excellent analytical and drafting skills.
• Effective collaboration in a team-based environment.

Benefits

• Realistic path to partnership.
• Multiple mentoring opportunities.
• Direct partner and client access.
• Competitive billing expectations.
• Billable credit for pro bono work and approved firm activities.
• Structured professional development opportunities.
• Dynamic and inclusive culture.