Life Sciences (International Firms)
Greater China Region Guide 2024 : China
Band 2
Contact number
+86 212208 3600Chambers Review
Arnold & Porter's growing life sciences team maintains an active practice by engaging with well-known pharmaceutical and medical device clients. It is able to advise across the spectrum of life sciences mandates and offers particular regulatory strength in enforcement and compliance-related issues. The team is well placed to handle investigations, litigation and cross-border transactional work on behalf of life sciences companies. The firm is additionally noted for its specialism in product liability matters. Its impressive client roster includes Thermo Fisher, Agilent and Zimmer Biomet.
Work Highlights
- Arnold & Porter advised Thermo Fisher Scientific on China data privacy issues as well as China and worldwide anti-corruption compliance issues stemming from its merger with PPD.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Arnold & Porter has up-to-date knowledge on the fast-changing regulatory environment and practical advice."
"The team is very responsive and supportive."
"Arnold & Porter has up-to-date knowledge on the fast-changing regulatory environment and practical advice."
"The team is very responsive and supportive."
Notable Practitioners
Chen Shaoyu is the managing partner of the Shanghai office at Arnold & Porter. He is a highly regarded lawyer in his own right, particularly regarding food and drug regulatory compliance.
"Shaoyu has a strong business mindset and can take a risk benefit balanced approach."
"He has excellent experience in the Chinese regulatory environment."
John Tan is particularly noted for his expertise in handling cross-border matters involving China and the USA. His practice also covers FCPA and compliance issues.
"John is experienced in investigations and overseas anti-corruption matters."