Michelle D. Axelrod is the Managing Principal of Porzio, Bromberg & Newman’s New England office. Michelle has over 25 years of experience addressing legal and compliance issues impacting companies in the life sciences industry; 15 years as in-house counsel.

Michelle primarily counsels pharmaceutical, medical device, and biotech clients on legal and compliance issues related to product commercialization and related sales, marketing, and reimbursement activities. Michelle reviews promotional content and medical communications, advises on fraud and abuse matters and related issues, provides direction regarding field and account management, and supports clients’ compliance initiatives, including the development of policies/SOPs, training, and monitoring and auditing programs. Michelle also negotiates, drafts and reviews commercial and government contracts, including discount and rebate agreements with health plans/PBMs, retail/specialty pharmacies, GPOs, wholesalers, and other healthcare entities. In addition, she handles distribution agreements and other fee-for-service consulting and service arrangements common in the life sciences industry.

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Michelle D. Axelrod

Principal
Porzio, Bromberg & Newman
Westborough, MA

Practice Area: Life Sciences Legal, Regulatory, and Compliance

WHAT CLIENTS SAY

"Michelle's practical advice has been incredibly effective for us and we appreciate how she thinks about our matters."

MY CLIENT PHILOSOPHY

"Drawing on my experience as in-house counsel before establishing Porzio’s Boston area office, I serve as a trusted advisor to my clients, equipped with a deep understanding of life sciences business operations and challenges. My approach to each client engagement is collaborative, and my advice is practical and tailored to the unique aspects of my clients’ business. I take pride in serving as a business partner, delivering efficient and effective solutions that mitigate risks and drive progress. I prioritize active engagement and ongoing communication to ensure I stay connected and responsive to my clients' ever-changing needs."

– Michelle D. Axelrod

ALL-STAR BIOGRAPHY

Michelle D. Axelrod is the Managing Principal of Porzio, Bromberg & Newman’s New England office. Michelle has over 25 years of experience addressing legal and compliance issues impacting companies in the life sciences industry; 15 years as in-house counsel.

Michelle primarily counsels pharmaceutical, medical device, and biotech clients on legal and compliance issues related to product commercialization and related sales, marketing, and reimbursement activities. Michelle reviews promotional content and medical communications, advises on fraud and abuse matters and related issues, provides direction regarding field and account management, and supports clients’ compliance initiatives, including the development of policies/SOPs, training, and monitoring and auditing programs. Michelle also negotiates, drafts and reviews commercial and government contracts, including discount and rebate agreements with health plans/PBMs, retail/specialty pharmacies, GPOs, wholesalers, and other healthcare entities. In addition, she handles distribution agreements and other fee-for-service consulting and service arrangements common in the life sciences industry.

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+1-508-948-0485

Michelle D. Axelrod

Principal
Porzio, Bromberg & Newman
Westborough, MA

Practice Area: Life Sciences Legal, Regulatory, and Compliance

ALL-STAR BIOGRAPHY

Michelle D. Axelrod is the Managing Principal of Porzio, Bromberg & Newman’s New England office. Michelle has over 25 years of experience addressing legal and compliance issues impacting companies in the life sciences industry; 15 years as in-house counsel.

Michelle primarily counsels pharmaceutical, medical device, and biotech clients on legal and compliance issues related to product commercialization and related sales, marketing, and reimbursement activities. Michelle reviews promotional content and medical communications, advises on fraud and abuse matters and related issues, provides direction regarding field and account management, and supports clients’ compliance initiatives, including the development of policies/SOPs, training, and monitoring and auditing programs. Michelle also negotiates, drafts and reviews commercial and government contracts, including discount and rebate agreements with health plans/PBMs, retail/specialty pharmacies, GPOs, wholesalers, and other healthcare entities. In addition, she handles distribution agreements and other fee-for-service consulting and service arrangements common in the life sciences industry.

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