Life Sciences Transactions Resource Attorney

Job Overview

A prominent law firm is seeking a Life Sciences Transactions Resource Attorney to support its Life Sciences Partnering & Licensing practice. This non-billable role is focused on enhancing attorney efficiency, maintaining high-quality legal resources, and supporting innovation within the practice group. The position is ideal for a detail-oriented and collaborative attorney with a background in life sciences transactions or related corporate work.

Location

• San Diego, CA

Duties

• Template & Precedent Management

  • Draft, annotate, update, and automate template documents and customized agreements

  • Curate and organize legal forms, precedents, and internal knowledge resources

• Education & Training

  • Collaborate with internal legal education teams to develop and deliver training programs and materials

• Legal & Regulatory Updates

  • Monitor industry-related legal developments (biotech, medtech, healthtech, digital health)

  • Prepare legal alerts and ensure compliance with new requirements across practice resources

• Thought Leadership

  • Create content for internal and external publications, conferences, and industry-facing materials

• Attorney Support

  • Respond to internal attorney requests for templates, precedents, and reference materials

• New Initiatives

  • Contribute to knowledge management, practice innovation, and legal tech projects

• Process Coordination

  • Coordinate cross-practice updates and reviews of internal legal tools and publications

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in life sciences commercial transactions or

• At least 5 years of corporate or in-house legal experience focused on the life sciences sector

• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Admission to practice law in at least one U.S. state (in good standing)

Skills

• Strong organizational and project management skills

• Excellent legal drafting and analytical skills

• Ability to handle multiple, complex projects simultaneously

• Entrepreneurial mindset with creative problem-solving abilities

• Self-motivated and proactive in advancing projects

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with attorneys and firm professionals

• Comfort working in a fast-paced and evolving legal environment

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits: medical, dental, vision, HSA, and FSAs

• Pre-tax commuter benefits

• Life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability insurance (firm-paid)

• Backup care for children and adults, fertility support, and generous parental leave

• 4 weeks paid vacation annually, 2 weeks of paid sick leave, and 10 paid holidays

• Structured onboarding and benefits orientation program

Creative lawyering in a laid back environment is big draw for associates at this Amlaw firm. This California-based firm is highly regarded as one of the most innovative firms in the market. The firm is best known for its technology work and life sciences clients, and is generally recognized as the top legal provider for emerging companies. The California culture of the firm fosters a collaborative and social workplace, while the sophisticated training and meaningful attorney mentorship help develop associates into world class lawyers.