Of Counsel — FDA Regulatory & Compliance
Location: Atlanta, GA (Onsite)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Founder & Chief Executive Officer
About the Company
The FDA Law Solution, LLC is a premier legal advisory firm specializing in navigating the complex regulatory landscape of the Food and Drug Administration. Led by industry veteran Ricky Benjamin, the firm provides strategic counsel to life sciences and healthcare companies to ensure product compliance and successful market entry. We operate with a boutique feel where senior expertise is directly accessible, fostering a culture of mentorship, academic rigor, and relentless client dedication.
Position Summary
We seek a sophisticated Of Counsel attorney with over eight years of experience and a portable client portfolio to lead specialized regulatory matters. This role is designed for a self-starter who values autonomy and can manage complex client issues end-to-end with minimal supervision. The successful candidate will provide practical, commercially-grounded guidance that bridges the gap between scientific innovation and rigid federal requirements.
Core Responsibilities
Regulatory Counseling and Compliance
- Manage niche regulatory counseling for cosmetics, food, and dietary supplement portfolios
- Review product labels, claims, and advertising for FDA and FTC compliance
- Assess marketing risks across websites, social media, and influencer collaborations
- Evaluate alignment with NAD and Lanham Act standards for competitive claims
- Convert technical and scientific data into defensible legal and regulatory advice
Operational and Strategic Management
- Lead client matters from inception to resolution with high levels of autonomy
- Prepare clients for FDA inspections and manage post-inspection inquiries or remediation
- Monitor evolving FDA guidance and state-level trends, including MoCRA and CBD
- Manage an existing portable book while integrating into firm-wide strategic goals
- Collaborate with the Founder on cross-practice initiatives and high-stakes projects
Team and Client Collaboration
- Maintain productive, professional relationships with long-term firm clients and stakeholders
- Provide high-level mentorship to junior staff and support firm-wide academic rigor
- Contribute to a supportive office environment through onsite presence and participation
- Support business development efforts to scale the firm’s niche practice areas
- Ensure all billable activities meet the firm's standards for efficiency and accuracy
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
The following qualifications are essential for success in this role and represent the minimum requirements for consideration.
- Possession of a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
- Active bar membership in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
- Over eight years of experience specializing in FDA regulatory and compliance law
- Mastery of FDA, FTC, and NAD compliance standards for consumer products
Preferred Qualifications
While not required, the following skills and experiences will distinguish top-tier candidates during the selection process.
- Previous experience within a Big Law environment coupled with a boutique mindset
- A portable book of business representing approximately 40% of total capacity
- Specialized expertise in CBD, hemp, or emerging state-level regulatory trends
- Proficiency with promotional review workflow software and adverse event reporting systems
- Experience establishing safety substantiation protocols for the cosmetics industry
Work Environment and Schedule
- Work is primarily performed onsite at our professional office in Atlanta, Georgia
- Standard business hours are expected with flexibility for client and travel needs
- Collaboration occurs through direct interaction with the Founder and support staff
- Travel may be required for client site visits or regulatory inspections
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive benefit package based on candidate's experience. Additional bonus structure is available based on book of busniess and performance.
Culture and Expectations
Successful employees at The FDA Law Solution must align with our high-stakes, precision-focused environment. We value senior experts who operate with integrity and a total commitment to protective advocacy for our clients.
Growth and Development Opportunities
This role offers significant platform support for personal branding through publishing and speaking opportunities. As an Of Counsel attorney, you will have the ability to scale your niche practice area within a specialized boutique firm. We provide opportunities for internal leadership and involvement in high-level strategic initiatives as the firm continues to expand its market presence.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief summary of your portable book of business to the firm's hiring portal at https://thefdalawsolution.com/careers/of-counsel-fda-regulatory-compliance. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an initial interview to discuss experience and alignment with our current needs. We are targeting a start date of April 1st or May 1st for the selected candidate.
Pay: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
