CLC is the partner of choice for contracting strategy and services in support of the development of safe and effective products.

Experienced Life Sciences Attorney

Jacquelyn is the Founder and CEO of Clinical Legal Consultants (CLC) with over 20 years of drug development experience across multiple therapeutic areas. With a B.S. in Biology and extensive work in preclinical research and clinical trials, she brings a uniquely integrated scientific and legal perspective to the industry. She also holds an M.S. in Regulatory Affairs for Drugs, Biologics, and Medical Devices, enhancing her ability to deliver strategic, multidisciplinary guidance. Since 2011, Jacquelyn has taught Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Law in Northeastern University’s Regulatory Affairs program and was recently appointed to the Food and Drug Law Institute’s 2026 Academic Advisory Committee.

Jacquelyn’s scientific, regulatory, and legal background enables her to add value across the research and development landscape. Her career began as a Clinical Research Coordinator and Pharmacy Technician in a Boston teaching hospital, followed by roles as a Clinical Research Associate overseeing Phase I - IV trials. After earning her J.D., she served as in-house counsel for both emerging R&D organizations and global commercial companies, focusing on complex contracting initiatives.

Her legal expertise, combined with broad experience in clinical research, and regulatory strategy allows her to bridge scientific, operational, and business considerations. This integrated approach strengthens legal integrity within organizations and supports efficient compliant product development.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

• Research Studies: Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs) or other study agreements to support a range of research initiatives, including but not limited to Real-World Evidence Studies, Compassionate Use/Expanded Access Studies, or Investigator Initiated Studies, and all phases of clinical trials.
• PHI/Privacy: Data Use Agreements, Business Associate Agreements, Data Processing Agreements and Standard Contractual Clauses.
• Strategic Transactions: Collaborative Research Agreements, Sponsored Research Agreements, Material Transfer Agreements, and License Agreements.
• Commercial Contracts: Master Services Agreements, Manufacturing Agreements, and Consulting Agreements.
• Legal Operations: Template development; selection, implementation and oversight of Contract Lifecycle Management System (CLMS); continuous improvement of legal policies and procedures; training on various legal topics.