Food & Beverage Regulatory Attorney

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Denver, CO

Food & Beverage Regulatory Attorney

Attorney

3-20 yrs required

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Location: Washington DC, NYC, Denver, Boston, LA, or Austin

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced attorney with a strong background in food and drug regulatory law to provide legal guidance on product compliance, labeling, advertising, and manufacturing regulations within the food & beverage, dietary supplement, cannabis, hemp, and psychedelic industries. This role requires a deep understanding of federal and state regulations, including FDA and FTC compliance, as well as expertise in alcohol licensing and regulatory matters. The ideal candidate will have a track record of advising clients on regulatory compliance and be capable of managing client relationships and developing this practice area within the firm.

Duties

  • Advise clients on FDA and state-level regulations governing product compliance, including claims, labeling, advertising, manufacturing, and distribution.

  • Provide strategic legal counsel on compliance with the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, the Public Health Service Act, FTC regulations, and other applicable federal and state laws.

  • Represent clients in interactions with federal and state regulators overseeing product development, manufacturing, and marketing.

  • Guide clients on pre-market strategies, product development, clinical investigations, and regulatory inspections.

  • Counsel clients on regulatory matters concerning food, drugs, cosmetics, dietary supplements, and alcohol-related products.

  • Serve as a liaison between clients and regulatory agencies, handling product inquiries, inspections, and enforcement actions.

  • Review and analyze product formulations, packaging, labeling, marketing materials, and digital content for compliance with applicable laws.

  • Supervise and provide oversight for associates working on regulatory compliance matters related to FDA, FTC, TTB, and alcohol licensing.

Requirements

  • Strong background in FDA regulatory compliance, specifically in food, drug, beverage, and alcohol-related industries.

  • Experience advising clients on federal and state regulatory compliance, including product labeling, advertising, and good manufacturing practices (GMP).

  • Knowledge of applicable regulatory frameworks such as the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, FTC regulations, and alcohol licensing laws.

  • Ability to handle high-level client interactions and provide strategic legal guidance on emerging industry regulations.

  • Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills.

  • Familiarity with legal research and case management tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, NetDocuments, Lexis/Nexis, Westlaw, DocuSign, and Clio (preferred).

Education

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

  • Admission to the bar in at least one practicing state.

Skills

  • Expertise in FDA, FTC, and alcohol licensing regulations.

  • Strong legal research and analytical skills.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication.

  • Ability to manage multiple client matters effectively.

  • Attention to detail in compliance review processes.

  • Ability to lead and mentor associates in regulatory matters.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and life insurance.

  • Paid disability insurance.

  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.

  • Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement leave.

  • Paid parental leave and professional development opportunities.

  • Reimbursement for business-related travel and mileage.

This role is ideal for an attorney eager to develop a specialized practice area while working with clients in emerging and highly regulated industries. The firm provides industry-specific training and supports professional growth within a collaborative and mission-driven environment.

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