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Kirkland & Ellis

Life Sciences

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Life Sciences - USA - Nationwide

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Kirkland & Ellis is a well-regarded practice recognized for the strength of its representations in high-value M&A. The firm is recommended for its ability to handle high-stakes litigation including trade secret misappropriation, patent infringement and alleged misleading marketing claims cases. The team is also distinguished for assisting with regulatory compliance and proceedings issued by government agencies.

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Work Highlights

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  • Kirkland & Ellis LLP continued to represent Gilead Sciences in antitrust class actions in relation to their HIV treatments.

Strengths

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  • They are extremely responsive, smart and highly strategic.

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  • Kirkland has relentless pursuit of winning and dedication to clients.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • James Hurst
    James Hurst

    James Hurst

    James Hurst has extensive experience in litigating life sciences disputes, even up to the US Supreme Court, and includes matters relating to trade secrets and patents, antitrust and product liability, contracts and criminal cases.
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