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The Rockridge Group

FDA Attorney

Pine Brook, NJ · On-site +1

FDA ATTORNEY POSITIION: DIRECT HIRE Firm X, established in 2000, is a national boutique law firm ... Clinical trial rules o Structuring and drafting clinical trial agreements, informed consent forms ...

Trial Library

Head of Life Sciences

San Francisco, CA · Hybrid

$170K - $220K/yr

In collaboration with biopharmaceutical manufacturers, payers, and health systems, Trial Library enables the delivery of clinical trials as a standard care option - improving patient access ...

Trial Library

Head of Life Sciences

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$170K - $220K/yr

In collaboration with biopharmaceutical manufacturers, payers, and health systems, Trial Library enables the delivery of clinical trials as a standard care option - improving patient access ...

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How much do clinical trial attorney jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for clinical trial attorney in the United States is $39.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.21 and $43.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a clinical trial attorney?

A Clinical Trial Attorney is a legal professional who specializes in the regulatory, ethical, and contractual aspects of clinical research and drug development. They ensure that clinical trials comply with FDA regulations, ethical guidelines, and contractual obligations. Their responsibilities may include drafting and negotiating clinical trial agreements, advising on regulatory compliance, handling disputes, and mitigating legal risks for pharmaceutical companies, research institutions, or healthcare organizations. They play a crucial role in protecting patient rights while facilitating medical advancements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a clinical trial attorney?

A Clinical Trial Attorney typically needs a law degree, active bar admission, and specialized expertise in clinical trial regulations, contracts, and compliance. Familiarity with regulatory databases, contract management software, and certifications such as CIPP/US (Certified Information Privacy Professional) are highly advantageous. Strong negotiation, analytical thinking, and communication skills enable success in collaborating with stakeholders and managing complex legal issues. These competencies are critical for ensuring clinical trials are conducted lawfully, ethically, and with minimal risk to sponsors and research sites.

What are some common challenges faced by clinical trial attorneys in their daily work?

Clinical Trial Attorneys often navigate complex regulatory frameworks and tight timelines to review and negotiate contracts, which can be challenging given the high stakes of clinical research. They regularly balance the interests of sponsors, research sites, and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance and manage risk. Additionally, they stay current with evolving international, federal, and state laws impacting clinical trials. This role often involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams such as clinical operations, compliance, and research staff, making strong interpersonal skills and adaptability essential to resolving issues efficiently.

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Infographic showing various Clinical Trial Attorney job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,169 per year, or $40 per hour.

Litigation Associate Attorney - Personal Injury

Batta Fulkerson Law Group

San Diego, CA • On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Batta Fulkerson is a San Diego-based personal injury firm with a growing litigation department that is known for taking tough cases to trial.  Our team combines a wide range of experience with a down-to-earth, client-centered approach.We are looking for a motivated, entry-level litigation associate attorney (0-2 years) to join our San Diego office full time.  You'll work side by side with our lead trial attorneys on serious personal injury (auto, premises, dog bite, and wrongful death) cases.  Our trial attorneys independently manage their own caseloads through every step of the litigation process. The right candidate for our associate role will develop the skills they need to successfully transition into the trial attorney position within the first one to two years.This isn't a paper-pushing role.  You'll take depositions, prepare and argue motions, interact with clients, participate in mediations, and appear in court - including at trial.  You'll learn directly from seasoned trial attorneys who are passionate about mentoring and giving new attorneys real, meaningful experience early in their careers.  If you have strong writing and communication skills, a solid work ethic, and you're serious about building a career as a trial attorney, this is the place to do it.  Litigation-oriented internships, clinical programs, clerkships, mock trial, or trial advocacy experience are plusses but not required.We're a close-knit, collaborative team that values hard work, authenticity, and results.  We pride ourselves on being a supportive trial-focused environment where attorneys feel comfortable asking questions, take real ownership of cases, and collaborate rather than compete.Compensation for this position ranges from $100k-120k, depending on experience, plus generous origination bonuses.  Other benefits include health, dental, vision insurance, 401k, PTO, and paid bar dues.If you want to learn, grow, and get real litigation experience, we'd love to meet you.  Please include your resume, writing sample, and list of professional references.