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What the Team is Known For

Cooley LLP is a much-admired practice with a deep bench of transactional attorneys and a strong Bay Area presence. The firm is recommended for its representation of biotechnology companies in corporate and commercial matters including high-value M&A, venture capital investments and licensing and collaboration agreements. The team fields additional expertise in complex patent litigation, including Hatch-Waxman, infringement and interference cases. The group offers substantial expertise in relation to medical device patent prosecution matters.

Work Highlights

  • Cooley advised Avenzo Therapeutics on its exclusive license agreement with Duality Biotherapeutics.

Strengths

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The Cooley team functions as a business partner, offering a strategic and entrepreneurial approach.

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The team exhibits extraordinary attention to detail. The attorneys are responsive, have a strong awareness of current market terms and ensure agreements are practical and realistic.

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Cooley's multidimensional approach and global adaptability distinguish it from other firms in the industry.

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Cooley attorneys demonstrate an unparalleled commitment to the client's legal and strategic success.

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The Cooley team provides flexible, pragmatic advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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Robert Jones
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Robert Jones
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Robert Jones advises life sciences and biotechnology businesses on a wide range of corporate matters, including financings, licensing and partnership transactions.

Robert is one of the gods that created this market.

Robert is a pioneer in this space.

Robert is a legend in the field.

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Lila Hope
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Lila Hope
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Lila Hope is well equipped to take on a range of transactional matters for life sciences businesses of all sizes, including those involved in medical devices, pharmaceuticals and digital health facilities.

Lila is tenacious and thoughtful.

Lila is highly sophisticated in thinking through deal strategy and tactics and is an effective negotiator as a result.

Lila has tremendous knowledge and experience and top-notch interpersonal skills. She is not only a good negotiator, but also a problem solver.

Lila has unbelievable expertise in pharma licensing, and is fast and commercial.

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Mika Mayer
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Mika Mayer
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Mika Mayer centers her practice on patent prosecution and portfolio management advice for life sciences companies. She has experience with representation in patent litigation, post-grant reviews and due diligence.

Mika is practical and has a good sense of a client's business.

Mika is an exceptionally talented patent prosecutor.

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Stephen Abreu
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Stephen Abreu
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Stephen Abreu regularly advises clients on high-value collaboration and licensing agreements. He has notable experience acting in matters with substantial cross-border elements.

Stephen is an outstanding lawyer. He knows his stuff, is responsive and thoughtful and knows how to navigate choppy waters.

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Chad Shear
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Chad Shear
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Chad Shear is highly regarded by pharmaceutical companies for his IP litigation experience. He is frequently called upon for high value patent disputes and has notable trial experience.

Chad exemplifies superior client service and a high level of sophistication. With a demonstrated record of success, he brings deep pharma expertise, strategic acumen and a confident courtroom presence, handling board presentations and trial work with equal skill.

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Laura Berezin
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Laura Berezin
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Laura Berezin is a respected transactional attorney who frequently works with a range of financial institutions and private and public businesses active in the life sciences industry.

Laura makes herself available in situations where an exceptionally high level of sophistication and legal intuition are necessary.

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Mark B Weeks
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Mark B Weeks
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Mark Weeks is adept at representing and advising emerging life sciences companies throughout their growth, from pre-incorporation to financing and M&A.

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Marya Postner
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Marya Postner
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Marya Postner maintains a respected transactional practice counseling life sciences companies in a broad range of matters, including licensing, joint ventures and collaborations.
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Life Sciences: Corporate/Commercial
Robert Jones
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Robert Jones
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Lila Hope
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Lila Hope
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Stephen Abreu
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Stephen Abreu
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Laura Berezin
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Laura Berezin
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Mark B Weeks
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Mark B Weeks
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Marya Postner
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Marya Postner
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Life Sciences: IP/Patent Litigation
Mika Mayer
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Mika Mayer
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Chad Shear
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Chad Shear
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