Outside GC

Role Description Outside GC, the nation’s leading partner-only provider of on-demand general counsel services, is a thriving and expanding virtual law firm offering an innovative approach to legal services for early-stage, growing, and mature businesses. With a team of senior business lawyers with substantial in-house and general counsel experience, Outside GC provides private and public companies and non-profit organizations with outstanding corporate and IP legal services as needed at a fraction of the cost of either hiring a full-time general counsel or relying exclusively on law firm counsel. Clients typically develop a working relationship with one Outside GC lawyer and have access to the whole team for specific subject-matter experience. Qualifications - At least 10+ years of corporate legal practice, including experience as an in-house attorney, serving as a General Counsel and/or in another senior in-house legal role, and 3+ years of law firm training. - J.D. from a nationally accredited law school. - State bar membership in state where reside/practice. Requirements - Significant experience drafting and negotiating clinical trial agreements, contract research agreements, and sponsored research agreements for biotech, pharma, and academic research institutions. - Proven track record supporting life sciences clients through all phases of clinical development, including vendor and manufacturing agreements, software and data licensing, and regulatory infrastructure. - Deep understanding of multi-site research frameworks, including IRB reliance arrangements and compliance with NIH’s Single IRB Review Policy. - Skilled in navigating complex regulatory environments involving human subject protections, research misconduct, and HIPAA compliance. - Experience working with academic medical centers, hospitals, and federal research agencies to design and implement streamlined, scalable contracting and compliance protocols. - Familiarity with secondary use of clinical trial data, data de-identification, and data sharing agreements (DSAs, DTAs). - Demonstrated success as a practical, business-focused, and responsive legal partner. Benefits - Flexibility to work full-time, part-time, and during preferred times as part of a fully remote team. - High-quality legal engagements. - The collegiality and camaraderie of highly experienced and talented colleagues to share resources, referrals, and coverage. - The support of an outstanding team of financial, operations, client relations, and business development professionals to facilitate the delivery of exceptional, pragmatic, and cost-effective legal services to our clients. Company Description At OGC, we believe a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion is integral to hiring exceptional people and creating enduring businesses. To inspire growth at our firm and throughout our portfolio, we strive to create an organization where every individual is celebrated, heard, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential. We will continuously look for ways to improve and evolve in our ever-changing world and we are committed to ensuring OGC is one of the best places to work for all by creating diverse teams, strengthening our culture of inclusion, and giving everyone an equitable opportunity to succeed. OGC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, breastfeeding, and conditions related to breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age (40 or over), physical or medical disability, medical condition, marital status, registered domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military and/or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable state or federal law.

Role Description Outside GC, the nation’s leading partner-only provider of on-demand general counsel services, is a thriving and expanding virtual law firm offering an innovative approach to legal services for early-stage, growing, and mature businesses. - Flexibility to work full-time, part-time, and during preferred times as part of a fully remote team. - High-quality legal engagements. - The collegiality and camaraderie of highly experienced and talented colleagues to share resources, referrals, and coverage. - The support of an outstanding team of financial, operations, client relations and business development professionals to facilitate the delivery of exceptional, pragmatic, and cost-effective legal services to our clients. Qualifications - At least 10+ years of corporate legal practice, including experience as an in-house attorney, serving as a General Counsel and/or in another senior in-house legal role and 3+ years of law firm training. - Substantive legal experience as a broad corporate generalist. - Demonstrated success as a practical, business-focused, and responsive legal partner. - J.D. from a nationally accredited law school. - State bar membership in state where reside/practice. Requirements - Deep experience advising companies contracting with the Federal Government, with a focus on navigating the unique regulatory framework and risk environment associated with government procurement. - Expertise in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and other agency-specific procurement rules as they apply to private sector contractors. - Advising on export control compliance (ITAR, EAR) and related licensing issues as they intersect with government contracts, particularly for contractors working in defense, aerospace, or technology sectors. - Counseling on prime and subcontracting relationships, flow-down requirements, and negotiation of government contracts. - Understanding of government and public sector contracting, including state procurement codes, healthcare exemptions, inter-agency piggybacking, and audit-safe statutory analysis. - Advanced technology contracting, including NDA negotiation for IP-sensitive hardware/software, export-control overlays, and defense-adjacent counterparties. - Identifying and navigating regulatory issues in emerging technology, including AI tool restrictions, government use prohibitions, and regulated-tech risk assessment. - Advising on small business issues (including SBA programs), set-aside contracts, and compliance with socioeconomic programs. - Navigating bid protests, contract disputes, and claims, including representing contractors in matters before the Government Accountability Office (GAO), agency boards of contract appeals, and the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. - Managing compliance with labor and employment obligations unique to government contracting, including the Service Contract Act (SCA) and the Davis-Bacon Act. - Counseling on cost and pricing rules, including Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and cost principles under FAR Part 31. - Providing guidance on cybersecurity requirements, such as DFARS cyber clauses and NIST SP 800-171 compliance. - Supporting contractors in audits, investigations, and False Claims Act (FCA) matters, including internal investigations and mandatory disclosures. - Advising on ethics and compliance programs tailored to government contractors, including conflicts of interest and organizational conflicts of interest (OCI). - Counseling on terminations (convenience and default), contract modifications, and other contract administration issues. - Providing strategic counsel on M&A and corporate transactions involving government contracts, including due diligence and risk allocation. - Representing contractors in suspension/debarment proceedings, whistleblower matters, and related disputes. - Advising on state and local government contracting requirements and compliance. - Collaborating with in-house counsel and business leaders to develop policies, improve internal controls, and proactively manage risk across government contracting activities. Company Description At OGC, we believe a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion is integral to hiring exceptional people and creating enduring businesses. We strive to create an organization where every individual is celebrated, heard, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential. OGC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, physical or medical disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military and/or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable state or federal law.

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description This role involves providing legal counsel and services to a variety of clients, including private and public companies and non-profit organizations. - Flexibility to work full-time, part-time, and during preferred times as part of a fully remote team. - High-quality legal engagements. - Collegiality and camaraderie with highly experienced and talented colleagues. - Support from a team of financial, operations, client relations, and business development professionals. Qualifications - At least 10+ years of corporate legal practice, including experience as an in-house attorney, serving as a General Counsel and/or in another senior in-house legal role, and 3+ years of law firm training. - Deep experience working with drug developers and biotech companies, from early-stage through public. - Experience with life sciences providers, including CDMOs, CMOs, CROs, and laboratory, clinical, data, and technology-enabled service providers. - Strong background in drafting and negotiating complex life sciences agreements, including CDAs/NDAs, MSAs, manufacturing and supply agreements, contract R&D and clinical services agreements, and technology licenses. - Expertise in advising on strategic collaborations (R&D, manufacturing, commercialization). - Experience supporting small- to mid-size M&A and corporate transactions. - Public company experience and exposure to corporate finance and governance is helpful but not required. - Demonstrated success as a practical, business-focused, and responsive legal partner. - J.D. from a nationally accredited law school. - State bar membership in the state where reside/practice. Requirements - Focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring practices. - Commitment to creating diverse teams and strengthening the culture of inclusion. - Equitable opportunity for all individuals to succeed. Company Description Outside GC is a leading partner-only provider of on-demand general counsel services, offering an innovative approach to legal services for businesses.