Christopher Laquay
Attorney at Law
California
CA
About
As an in-house attorney, and through UpCounsel, Chris acquired extensive experience advising companies in the healthcare industry. His responsibilities have included reviewing and approving marketing communications, overseeing clinical and regulatory matters, and general contracting. He acted as the legal lead for product launches for Medtronic's Diabetes Division (2005-2017) and for Endologix, Inc. (2019).
Chris appreciates and attends to… read more the specific needs of diverse business functions.
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"Chris is an amazing legal partner who helps business and functions succeed. I worked with Chris to set up a first-of-its kind social media program for medical devices. Chris worked closely with us to mitigate risk while finding innovative that put us on the track to be industry leaders. I also worked with Chris on multiple product launches, customer support programs, and difficult business challenges. Chris begins with a yes, instead of a no, finds out what the function or business partner wants to accomplish, and helps to set the legal guidance that balances risks and benefits. He is a true business partner for every function within an organization and a joy to work with. - Amanda Sheldon former colleague at Medtronic"
"Chris is an extremely gifted lawyer. His memory of details, few escape him, while keeping in mind the big picture is amazing and a valuable addition to any team attacking a project. Chris' unique ability to catch the problems that can arise while understanding how to move the project/group forward is his greatest strength. - Mike LoGuidice, Managing Director at CBIZ Valuation Group"
Work History
Endologix
Associate General Counsel
Jan 2019 - Present
Associate General Counsel for a publicly-traded medical device company.
UpCounsel
Freelance Attorney
May 2018 - Jan 2019
Independent attorney representing various clients.
Medtronic, Inc. Diabetes Division
Senior Legal Counsel
Jul 2005 - Aug 2017
Corporate counsel for $2 billion Diabetes business unit.
Gibson Dunn
Corporate Associate
Aug 1998 - Jul 2005
Corporate associate with an emphasis on mergers and acquisitions, securities and private placements.
Chadbourne & Parke
Litigation Associate
Mar 1997 - Jul 1998
Litigation associate for large, New York-based law firm.