Julius Towers

WORK HISTORY

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ABOUT JULIUS TOWERS

I am a strategic legal counsel and contract management leader with 15+ years of experience turning complex legal challenges into business wins for organizations across many industries, in particular, Pharma, biotech, and consumer goods. I thrive at the intersection of law, compliance, and innovation - whether I am drafting airtight contracts, protecting intellectual property, or guiding teams through regulatory mazes. What I Do Best: Contract Strategy & Lifecycle Management – Built systems to manage portfolios of thousands of agreements while slashing risk and boosting efficiency. Intellectual Property & Licensing – Negotiated global deals (from R&D partnerships to SaaS agreements) that align with business goals. Regulatory Compliance – Navigated GDPR, HIPAA, and FDA regulations to keep companies audit-ready and litigation-averse. Leadership with Purpose – Co-led diversity initiatives (including global customer-focused campaigns) and mentored teams to foster inclusive, high-performing cultures. Simplifying complex legal jargon so scientists can focus on science.When I’m Not Lawyering: Mentoring early-career attorneys and advocating for LGBTQ+ inclusion in corporate spaces. Geeking out over public health trends (thanks, Columbia MPH!) and neuroethics. Connecting with innovators in life sciences and sustainability. Education, health access, and advocacy on behalf of neurodivergent individuals and their families/caregivers. Let’s Chat If You Need: A legal partner who speaks “business” fluently, Advice on scaling contract management systems,Always open to connecting with fellow legal professionals, bioethics enthusiasts, and anyone passionate about making business work better—and fairer.