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Bird & Bird

Life Sciences: EU

Europe Guide 2026 : Belgium


Bird & Bird

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Life Sciences: EU - Belgium

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

The team at Bird & Bird is highly respected for acting for a range of clients, including biotechnology and medical device companies and market-leading pharmaceutical companies, on EU directives. It offers a full range of life sciences advice, including collaboration and technology transfer agreements, clinical trial matters and data exclusivity. Additionally, the law firm assists with complex regulatory questions and interactions with Belgian regulators. Team members also advise on marketing authorisations.

Work Highlights

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  • Bird & Bird represented Polpharma in appeal proceedings before the CJEU, as well as market access issues concerning its new generic product.

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Marc Martens
    Band 1Marc Martens

    Marc Martens

    Marc Martens has prodigious expertise representing major generic pharmaceutical clients before EU courts, acting on disputes relating to market access and exclusivity. He is also highly sought after for his experience in transparency obligation mandates and reviewing clinical trial agreements.

Ranked Individuals at Bird & Bird (2)

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