Food Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Food Attorney to advise food and beverage companies on regulatory, compliance, and commercial matters throughout the product life cycle. This role is based in Stillwater, MN, with flexible or remote work options available.

Duties

• Advise clients on FDA, USDA, FTC, and state law requirements affecting product development, manufacturing, and retailing.
• Review food labels, packaging, advertising, and health claims for regulatory and consumer protection risks.
• Counsel on food additives, ingredient status, GRAS determinations, and agency compliance processes.
• Guide clients through recalls, corrections, and responses to agency inquiries, warning letters, and investigations.
• Collaborate with litigation counsel on labeling disputes, consumer fraud, and product liability matters.
• Conduct regulatory due diligence for transactions and build trusted client relationships through business-minded advice.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school and licensed in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Experience advising food and beverage companies on FDA, USDA, and related regulatory matters in a law firm, government agency, or in-house setting.
• Working knowledge of food labeling, advertising claims, food safety, and agency enforcement processes.
• Ability to analyze complex regulatory questions and translate them into practical guidance for business teams.
• Strong legal writing, communication, project management, and client service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters independently and collaborate with colleagues across disciplines.

Education

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

Certifications

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

Skills

• Expertise in FDA, USDA, and FTC regulatory frameworks.
• Experience with food additive petitions, GRAS determinations, and recalls.
• Familiarity with FTC advertising requirements and consumer protection litigation.
• Knowledge of dietary supplements and regulated beverages is advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, Clio, Adobe, and legal research platforms.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Flexible work environment (hybrid/remote).
• Strong mentoring and coaching culture.
• Commitment to work-life balance, health, and well-being.
• Medical, HSA, disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Flexible PTO policy.
• Tuition assistance for work-related certifications and training.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306