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Hogan Lovells Cadwalader

Life Sciences

Global Guide 2026 : Europe-wide

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Hogan Lovells Cadwalader

About

Provided by Hogan Lovells Cadwalader

Navigating complexities in the life sciences and health care industries is no easy task. Successfully competing in the space requires increasingly creative strategies and integrated solutions that protect and support your business day in and day out.

Regardless of the sector of the health care industry you operate or the maturity of your products, we understand how to bridge the gap between the challenges you face and the outcome you want. From budding startups to multinational enterprises, we've been there before and know how to position you for success. 

With more than 500 life sciences and health care lawyers across the globe, we work closely with you and each other to tackle tough issues and difficult-to enter markets - no matter where you are today or want to be tomorrow. And because we know what makes your industry tick, we have a deep understanding of the issues you face - helping you stay ahead of the curve and on top of your opportunities. 

Whatever your challenge, wherever the issue, Hogan Lovells has you covered.

Industries (5)

  • Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology
  • Medical Devices
  • Healthcare Services
  • Hospitals and Healthcare Providers
  • Digital Health

Chambers Review

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Life Sciences - Europe-wide

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Hogan Lovells has an excellent life sciences practice with key teams in the Benelux region, Germany, Italy, France and the UK. It offers expertise across an expansive range of matters, including assisting pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies with M&A and competition law. The firm further advises on regulatory mandates such as clinical trials, data protection and product classification, in addition to contentious matters such as patent litigation and product liability disputes.

Notable practitioners

London-based Jane Summerfield and Andreas von Falck in Düsseldorf lead the firm's life sciences team in Europe.

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Work Highlights

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  • Hogan Lovells advised CeramTec on worldwide litigation regarding the company's abstract colour, figurative and 3D trade marks for hip joint spheres and the offer of colour-identical products by a competitor.

Strengths

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  • The law firm is able to understand context of international, regional and local viewpoints as well as being sophisticated in understanding our business, our model, our needs and limitations.

    Life Sciences respondentGlobal

  • The team is extremely reactive and agile.

    Life Sciences respondentGlobal

  • Hogan Lovells has in-depth knowledge of the pharmaceutical and medical device sector. The team is always timely and punctual in providing legal assistance.

    Life Sciences respondentGlobal

  • They are a very dedicated and highly competent team, with a deep and experienced bench.

    Life Sciences respondentGlobal

Members

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  • Luigi Mansani

  • Ina Brock

  • Andreas von Falck

  • Lutz Angerer

  • Elisabethann Wright

  • Joerg Schickert

  • Mikael Salmela

  • Stephen Bennett

  • Arne Thiermann

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