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Freshfields

Life Sciences (International Firms)

Greater China Region Guide 2026 : China

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Life Sciences (International Firms) - China

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Freshfields boasts a growing Life Science operation out of its offices in Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong. The firm has notable expertise in both transactional and regulatory work, handling license agreements, divestment, acquisition, privatisation, exit deals, as well as antitrust matters. Freshfields is regularly sought after by multinational companies in the pharmaceutical, healthcare and science and technology sectors. The team also advises on multi-jurisdictional matters and acts on IP cases.

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Work Highlights

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  • Freshfields advised AbbVie on the China IP, data and pharma regulatory aspects of its USD1 billion option-to-license deal with Simcere Pharmaceutical Group to develop SIM0500, an investigational new drug candidate.

Strengths

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  • Freshfields provides global full services, which allows it to offer both global and local support.

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  • The team has wide experience and a deep knowledge of regulatory frameworks and practical aspects. It provides comprehensive advice under challenging timelines.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Ya Ma
    Ya Ma

    Ya Ma

    Ma Ya is Freshfields China-based counsel who supports her multinational pharmaceuticals clients on the ground in a range of M&A matters. She is well regarded for her ability to advise on a range of cross-border acquisitions, collaboration, option and license agreements, and divestment and investment matters.

    • Ma Ya has broad knowledge and experience of the commercial and regulatory framework of the healthcare business. She outlines potential alternatives and solutions to complex matters.

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    • Ma is one of the best lawyers at Freshfields I have worked with. She is very knowledgeable, pragmatic and responsive.

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