Cynthia Pacal
About Cynthia Pacal
Cynthia Pacal is the Corporate Counsel at Scripps Health, specializing in healthcare law and compliance, with a background in corporate law and legislative research.
Title
Cynthia Pacal holds the position of Corporate Counsel. She has been serving in this role at Scripps Health for over 19 years, providing specialized expertise in healthcare law and compliance.
Education and Expertise
Cynthia Pacal earned her Doctor of Law (JD) from the University of Michigan Law School, where she studied from 1995 to 1998. Before that, she achieved a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English Literature and Classical Studies from Stanford University, studying there from 1989 to 1993. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her legal expertise, bolstered by her degrees in both law and literature.
Previous Positions
Before joining Scripps Health, Cynthia Pacal worked as a Research Attorney for the Hawaii State Senate from 2002 to 2004, where she undertook legal research and legislative drafting. Prior to that, she was an Associate at Dechert LLP, an international law firm, from 1998 to 2001. These roles gave her extensive experience in corporate law and legislative processes.
Corporate Counsel at Scripps Health
At Scripps Health, Cynthia Pacal specializes in healthcare law and compliance. Her role as Corporate Counsel involves advising on legal matters pertinent to the organization's operations, ensuring adherence to relevant laws and regulations, and mitigating legal risks. Her extensive tenure in this role, spanning over 19 years, reflects her deep expertise and commitment to the healthcare sector.
Background
Cynthia Pacal combines a diverse educational background with extensive professional experience. Her Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and Classical Studies complements her legal education, contributing to her analytical and communication skills in the legal field. Her career journey through prestigious academic institutions and significant legal roles shapes her current expertise in corporate and healthcare law.