Intern - Legal Associate

Empower is a visionary healthcare company committed to providing quality, affordable medication to millions of patients across the nation. We hold the distinguished position of being the largest 503A compounding pharmacy and FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facility in the country serving the functional medicine markets.  

What sets us apart is our relentless focus on four core values: People, Quality, Service and Innovation. Our dedicated team of professionals collaboratively works to break new ground in the fields of manufacturing, distribution and quality control, providing a uniquely integrated approach to healthcare. Leveraging our vertical integration of the pharmaceutical supply chain, state-of-the-art technology, and a commitment to excellence, we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in medication accessibility and affordability.  

You're not just starting a job; you're joining a mission. We believe in empowering our team to innovate, grow, and drive real change in the healthcare industry. If you're a forward-thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, transformative environment, Empower is the place for you. Here, you’ll be encouraged to share your ideas, expand your skill set, and contribute to projects that genuinely make a difference. We prioritize the well-being of our team members, and we offer a supportive and engaging workplace where your contributions are not just recognized but celebrated.

Let’s revolutionize healthcare, together. Join us and be a part of something extraordinary.  

The Intern - Legal Associate will support Empower Pharmacy’s Legal Department, including the Legal Departments support to the Compliance and Government Affairs Departments in Houston, Texas. In this role, you will be an essential part of our team supporting regulatory and compliance issues, contract review, employment law, litigation matters (contract disputes, intellectual property disputes, and employment-related actions), and other legal matters. The internship is an excellent opportunity to develop foundational skills for a variety of legal practice areas.

• Researches and drafts memoranda concerning federal and state pharmaceutical legal issues.
• Conducts research on current and pending legislation and generates accompanying memoranda.
• Monitors and becomes knowledgeable of pending litigation and associated milestones.
• Assists with contract drafting, review, and life cycle management.
• Attends various bar association events and court hearings.
• Attend client meetings, hearings, and other legal proceedings as needed.
• Assist in administrative tasks, such as organizing files, maintaining case databases, and scheduling meetings.
• Supports Compliance Team projects, events, and other activities as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to remain in a stationary position for a significant amount of the work day and frequently use their hands and fingers to handle or feel in order to access, input, and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. The employee is regularly required to move about the office and around the corporate campus. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

• Must be technically savvy and proficient in the Microsoft Office suite and LexisNexis.
• Skilled in legal analysis and writing on complex subjects.
• Interested in healthcare and pharmacy policies as well as government and legislative affairs.

Key Competencies

• Customer Focus: Ability to build strong customer relationships and deliver customer centric solutions.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Know the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently.
• Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quality, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments and objectives.
• Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations.
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Values

• People: Our people define who we are as a company, and we believe that understanding and addressing the needs of our team, clients, and community is fundamental to fostering a culture of support and growth.
• Quality: Quality stands at the core of our mission, reflecting our commitment to excellence in every medication we produce.
• Service: We are here to serve others. Every interaction with our patients, providers, employees and other stakeholders comes from a place of service.
• Innovation: By continuously exploring new methodologies and embracing technology, we ensure that every solution we offer is at the forefront of pharmaceutical care.

• Actively pursuing a Juris Doctor degree.
• Maintains a GPA of 3.0 or greater.