- At least 5 years of paralegal experience, preferably in the healthcare or medical device industry.
- Strong understanding of contract law, legal terminology, and principles of contract drafting and interpretation.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively interact with internal teams and external parties.
- Proficiency in legal research and document management software.
- Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in all work activities.
- Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, or related field.
- Willingness to support a hybrid role requiring days onsite in Irvine, Califonia-based office.
- Epiq Counsel partners with industry-leading clients in support of their sophisticated interim talent needs. Must be interested in practicing in an alternative, fixed-term legal services model.
- Review and draft contracts, agreements, and legal documents related to medical device procurement, distribution, and licensing.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards such as FDA regulations and ISO certifications.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders, including legal counsel, procurement, regulatory affairs, and quality assurance teams.
- Conduct legal research on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends impacting medical device contracts.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation of contract activities, including tracking key dates, milestones, and obligations.
- Provide support during contract disputes, resolutions, and litigation processes.
- Flexible hybrid work
- Compensation commensurate with experience and complexity of engagement
- 401(k) with company match
- PTO and paid federal holidays
- Optional medical coverage; HSA Account; Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits (as applicable)
- Access to professional development resources and learning and development programs.
Contracts Paralegal, Medical Device - California, United States - Epiq
Description
We are actively seeking a Commercial Contracts Paralegal This is a near-term hybrid opportunity with our Life Sciences client
Introduction
Epiq Counsel is an innovative legal services talent provider that offers meaningful work and flexibility to sophisticated and credentialed lawyers and legal professionals. Our lawyers work on a wide variety of matters for Fortune 500 clients, such as complex licensing agreements, intellectual property, employment counseling, compliance policy creation, and M&A transactions. Epiq works hard to provide our diverse legal talent with challenging work for sophisticated clients that does not require sacrificing flexibility or control.
Epiq Counsel takes the time and attention to understand each lawyer's practice areas, experience, and preferences to ensure they are presented with compelling engagement opportunities with leading law departments across the globe.
We are actively seeking commercial contract paralegals located in the Irvine, CA area with the following qualifications:
Support our Life Science client on the following:
Benefits
Should your experience meet the role requirements, the Epiq Counsel team will contact you. The Epiq Counsel team strives to respond to all applications; however due to the volume of applicants, we cannot always respond to every application.
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