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Cuatrecasas

Life Sciences

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Cuatrecasas

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Life Sciences - Spain

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Cuatrecasas is a well-established full-service practice known for representing major multinational pharmaceutical companies, research institutes and medical devices manufacturers. The team assists with M&A transactions in the life sciences sector. It is experienced in administrative appeals against decisions taken by Spanish healthcare authorities, including within the context of public tenders. It also advises on disputes arising in relation to distribution contracts or allegedly misleading advertising.

Work Highlights

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  • Cuatrecasas represented Hartman Laboratories in a hearing process related to the draft Royal Decree regulating the selective funding procedure of healthcare products.

Strengths

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  • Cuatrecasas offers specialisation, innovation and strategy.

    Life Sciences respondentEurope
  • Cuatrecasas gives very pragmatic and solution-oriented advice. It also has a thorough understanding of what matters to the client.

    Life Sciences respondentEurope
  • The firm has a very high level of expertise in this sector. It's also very agile and has a good understanding of the market, including how authorities work, which is really helpful.

    Life Sciences respondentEurope
  • Cuatrecasas has extensive knowledge of this sector and its service is excellent.

    Life Sciences respondentEurope
  • Cuatrecasas is constantly up to date and involved until the end.

    Life Sciences respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Jorge Robles
    Band 2Jorge Robles

    Jorge Robles

    Jorge Robles advises manufacturers of pharmaceutical products or medical devices on administrative law topics, including in relation to their participation in public tenders. He is based in the firm's Málaga office.

    • Jorge Robles defends complex issues with commercial and legal arguments. He is also highly accessible and open to discussions.

      Life Sciences respondentEurope
    • Jorge knows the medical device industry very well. He is also very good at understanding the compliance restrictions and regulations that our company has.

      Life Sciences respondentEurope
    • Jorge is very responsive and always available.

      Life Sciences respondentEurope
    • Jorge Robles really knows the sector.

      Life Sciences respondentEurope
  • Up and ComingGemma Colomer
    Up and ComingGemma Colomer

    Gemma Colomer

    Counsel Gemma Colomer is a well known lawyer in the life sciences space, who regularly assists clients with a range of regulatory mandates, as well as with competition and compliance issues.

    • It's a pleasure to work with Gemma Colomer. She is always willing to find solutions and adapt to our needs.

      Life Sciences respondentEurope
    • Gemma is highly specialised.

      Life Sciences respondentEurope
  • Associates to watchAriadna Casanueva
    Associates to watchAriadna Casanueva

    Ariadna Casanueva

    Ariadna Casanueva has a recognised practice in life sciences in Spain. She regularly handles regulatory matters for life sciences companies and additionally offers support in various M&A transactions in regard to the sector.
    • Ariadna was able to immediately understand the company's needs.

      Life Sciences respondentEurope
    • Ariadna has excellent knowledge and a good understanding of the clients' needs.

      Life Sciences respondentEurope
    • Ariadna is outstanding. She is an excellent lawyer with high knowledge of the pharmaceutical sector.

      Life Sciences respondentEurope
    • Ariadna knows the industry very well and provides practical and creative solutions.

      Life Sciences respondentEurope

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