FOOD & BEVERAGE ATTORNEY

Description

Vicente LLP, a top-ranked cannabis and psychedelic law firm, is seeking an attorney with five or more years of experience in food and drug law regulation who can apply this expertise to the food & beverage, dietary supplement, cannabis, hemp, and psychedelic industries. Experience in alcohol licensing and regulatory compliance is a must. No cannabis experience is necessary, as we will provide industry-specific training. This is a key role for an attorney who can manage client matters and develop a new practice area. The firm is mission-driven and committed to excellence in emerging industries.

We are seeking an attorney with five or more years of experience in food and drug law regulation, who can apply this expertise to the food & beverage, dietary supplement, cannabis, hemp, and psychedelic industries. Experience in alcohol licensing and regulatory compliance is a must. No cannabis experience is necessary, as we will provide industry-specific training. This is a key role for an attorney who can manage client matters and develop a new practice area.

Requirements

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on FDA and applicable state regulations related to product compliance, including but not limited to claims, labeling, manufacturing, advertising, and distribution of cannabis, hemp, and other consumer products.
• Offer strategic guidance on compliance with the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, the Public Health Service Act, FTC regulations, and federal and state laws.
• Manage client interactions with federal and state regulators overseeing product development, manufacturing, marketing, and alcohol licensing.
• Work with clients on pre-market strategies, including product development, clinical investigations, and inspection readiness.
• Advise clients on regulatory matters for food, drug, cosmetic, dietary supplements, and alcohol products.
• Act as a liaison with regulatory bodies on product issues, inspections, and inquiries.
• Review product packaging, formulations, labeling, marketing materials, and websites for regulatory compliance.
• Supervise associates in FDA, FTC, TTB, and alcohol regulatory compliance work.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate and bar admission in practicing state(s).
• Minimum of 5 years experience in FDA regulatory compliance, with experience representing food, drug, device, and/or alcohol clients preferred.
• Expertise in food and beverage law and alcohol licensing preferred. 
• Understanding of FFDCA, FTC, and GMP regulations is preferred.
• Experience advising clients on labeling, advertising, product recalls, GMPs, and agency enforcement actions.
• Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, NetDocuments, Lexis/Nexis, Westlaw, DocuSign, and Clio preferred.
• Location: Washington DC, NYC, Denver, Boston, LA, or Austin.

Job Environment and Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The position requires the employee to frequently sit and operate a computer and telephone with the ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you and to understand the speech of another person.
• General indoor office conditions in a temperature-controlled environment.
• Low noise levels that can increase to moderate during group discussion and/or operation of basic office equipment such as copiers or printers.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Vicente is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary : $130,000 - $150,000