Department profile
DLA Piper LLP

Life Sciences (International Firms)

Greater China Region Guide 2026 : China


DLA Piper LLP

Rankings

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Life Sciences (International Firms) - China

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper LLP's life sciences team skilfully provides a fully rounded and globally integrated life science practice, ranging from corporate/M&A, employment and capital markets to investigations. Its partners in Hong Kong and Shanghai cater to clients from all areas of life science including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and medical devices. The team is also active on regulatory issues, data protection and IP work for its life sciences clientele.

Work Highlights

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  • DLA Piper advised China International Capital Corporation Hong Kong Securities as the underwriter on Xuanzhu Biopharmaceutical's proposed 18A IPO.

Strengths

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  • DLA Piper has a deep understanding of the industry. It is very commercial and result-oriented.

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  • The team has the ability to seamlessly manage multi-jurisdictional matters, demonstrating a deep understanding of local legal nuances and international coordination.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Ting Xiao
    Band 4Ting Xiao

    Ting Xiao

    Xiao Ting co-heads the firm's life sciences practice in China. She offers expertise on a wide range of work, including patent and technology-related matters, as well as licensing and regulatory issues stemming from transactions.

    • Xiao Ting explained matters to us in detail. She gave us very critical support. and was very important as a communication bridge.

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    • She communicated complex legal concepts in plain language, ensuring that clients fully understood the implications of the advice.

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  • Up and ComingChristine Liu
    Up and ComingChristine Liu

    Christine Liu

    Christine Liu has notable expertise in corporate investigations and compliance support. She boasts a broad client base, including multinational pharmaceutical, healthcare and medical device companies.

    • Christine Liu has excellent work ethic.

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    • Liu has good control of her team and the matters.

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