Jennifer Ball is a life sciences lawyer who advises companies on contracts, compliance, and the operational and legal issues that arise as products are developed, commercialized, and brought to market. Drawing on extensive in-house experience in the pharmaceutical, biotech, and healthcare industries, Jenn provides practical, strategic guidance tailored to each client’s goals, risk tolerance, and stage of growth.
Jenn’s perspective is shaped by years of in-house leadership across a range of life sciences organizations. She previously worked at Syngenta, advising on global R&D, licensing, regulatory matters, and M&A transactions, and later held roles at a clinical research organization, a pharmaceutical manufacturer, a gene therapy company, and a metabolomics laboratory. This experience gives her a deep understanding of how scientific companies operate, develop products, and navigate regulatory complexity.
Clients value Jenn’s efficiency, insight, and ability to translate technical and legal complexity into clear, actionable strategies. Whether advising a startup on its first licensing agreement or supporting a global enterprise through a significant transaction, she brings a thoughtful, responsive approach grounded in real-world industry experience.
Earlier in her career, Jenn practiced in Delaware at one of the state’s largest law firms, advising limited liability companies and partnerships. After relocating to Raleigh, she joined a boutique firm representing startups throughout their lifecycle—from incorporation and fundraising to successful exits—experience that continues to inform her work with innovative companies.
Outside of her practice, Jenn enjoys spending time with family and exploring local trails and greenways.
Best Lawyers: Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice (2027)
- Drafts and negotiates a wide variety of contracts for clients in or serving the pharmaceutical industry including clinical trial agreements, research and development agreements, vendor contracts, payer contracts, group purchasing organization contracts, and manufacturing agreements.
- Provides legal advice and guidance to promotional material review committees or otherwise in support of advertising and publications.
- Experience in the ag-tech industry, including R&D and procurement contracting, licensing, M&A, and regulatory matters.
- Serves as outside general counsel to small pharmaceutical or life sciences companies.
- Provides counsel with respect to healthcare compliance matters.
- North Carolina State Bar (2007)
- Delaware State Bar (2004) Inactive
- North Carolina Bar Association: Former member and secretary of Corporate Counsel Section Council
- Blood Cancer United: Volunteer