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Bird & Bird

Life Sciences

Global Guide 2026 : Europe-wide


Bird & Bird

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Life Sciences - Europe-wide

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Bird & Bird has an impressive team with especially notable offices in the UK, Italy, Germany and Belgium. The law firm has particular strength in IP mandates, advising on patent revocation and litigation. It is also active on corporate mandates, advising clients on cross-border acquisitions and collaboration agreements. Bird & Bird further advises on regulatory aspects, including data protection and regulatory issues in clinical trials.

Notable practitioners

Key contacts at the firm are the co-heads of the international life sciences and healthcare group, Mark Hilton, in London, and Marc Martens, based in Brussels.

Work Highlights

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  • Bird & Bird advised companies in the Dexcom group on patent infringement and revocation claims.

Strengths

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  • The firm has excellent capabilities in managing complex matters. It provides concrete solutions that benefit the business, avoiding unnecessary rigidity and focusing on truly strategic aspects.

    Life Sciences respondentGlobal
  • Bird & Bird take a pan-European perspective and demonstrate deep technical expertise in local laws, as well as strategic ability.

    Life Sciences respondentGlobal
  • Bird & Bird has good insight and foresight in what is changing from a regulatory perspective.

    Life Sciences respondentGlobal

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