Department profile
Norton Rose Fulbright

Life Sciences

Canada Guide 2027 : Nationwide - Canada

Share profile

Norton Rose Fulbright

Rankings

About

Provided by Norton Rose Fulbright

Our Canadian life sciences and healthcare team has a strong reputation for working with an array of innovative pharmaceutical, medical device and biotechnology companies, as well as investors in the sector. We provide cutting-edge advice on the full range of legal issues that arise in the sector, from regulatory and compliance strategy through to patent litigation and corporate transactions.

In a period of global uncertainty, the sector faces a raft of legal and commercial hurdles that can affect the ability of many companies to do business in the industry. From the consequences of the patent cliff through to increased scrutiny by local regulatory authorities worldwide, our experienced lawyers effectively guide the world’s leading life sciences and healthcare corporations in navigating this difficult landscape.

We handle both domestic and cross-border matters throughout Canada, the United States, Europe, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa, the Middle East and Central Asia, offering an integrated service to our life sciences and healthcare clients across the globe.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Life Sciences - Nationwide - Canada

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Norton Rose Fulbright leverages its international platform to assist its impressive client roster in the life sciences sector. With notable depth in its Toronto and Vancouver offices, it has particular strength in contentious mandates, from patent and IP litigation to commercial files and product liability. The law firm also maintains an active regulatory and compliance practice and provides support to clients on commercial transactions and fundraising matters. It regularly acts for startups, emerging growth companies and multinationals, among others.

View ranking table

Work Highlights

Provided by Chambers

  • Norton Rose Fulbright represented Innovative Medicines Canada and BIOTECanada as interveners in a patent case at the Supreme Court of Canada concerning whether methods of medical treatment and dosage regimens are patentable.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Norton Rose Fulbright's advice is practical, very responsive to the issue and strategic. The firm provides practical solutions to complex problems and communicates effectively.

    Life Sciences respondentCanada

  • I sing Norton Rose Fulbright's praises for its ability to truly understand client needs and be a true business asset.

    Life Sciences respondentCanada

  • Norton Rose Fulbright stands out for its ability to combine top-tier legal expertise with a genuinely commercial approach. The team consistently provides clear, practical advice grounded in a deep understanding of our business.

    Life Sciences respondentCanada

  • The team is very attentive, provides hands-on support and is very thorough in its analyses, while providing practical advice.

    Life Sciences respondentCanada

Notable Practitioners

Provided by Chambers

  • Kristin Wall
    Kristin Wall

    Kristin Wall

    Kristin Wall has deep expertise in the field of product regulation and IP. She has significant experience advising on licensing and drug pricing, as well as a solid track record litigating patent challenges and judicial reviews. She is based in Toronto.

    • Kristin has a practical approach that results in highly strategic answers.

      Life Sciences respondentCanada

    • She provides timely insights, knows the industry very well and brings good external insights to our business.

      Life Sciences respondentCanada

    • Kristin is an excellent lawyer and leader to work with. She provides practical and strategic guidance. She is very attentive to detail and always makes herself available to her clients.

      Life Sciences respondentCanada

    • Kristin is my go-to lawyer, and she provides all-encompassing support. She is a wonderful partner, balances risks and benefits and is such an expert in her field.

      Life Sciences respondentCanada

    • Kristin is excellent. She is very knowledgeable in her subject matter and is clear and concise in her communications.

      Life Sciences respondentCanada
    View profile
  • Vanessa Grant
    Vanessa Grant

    Vanessa Grant

    Toronto-based Vanessa Grant maintains her notable position in the life sciences sector, with skills sought out by venture capital organisations and major global pharmaceutical companies alike. Of late, she has played a leading role in significant financing and corporate restructuring files.

    • Vanessa is the best lawyer I’ve worked with by far.

      Life Sciences respondentCanada

    • Vanessa is incredible at taking complex legal matters and making them relatable for business people. She has a unique skill set.

      Life Sciences respondentCanada

    • Vanessa is an exceptional corporate lawyer. She combines outstanding technical legal ability with rare commercial judgement and a deep, practical understanding.

      Life Sciences respondentCanada

    • Vanessa is a deal-maker that helps us deliver on transactions. She has a unique ability to help us navigate the best end point for our transactions.

      Life Sciences respondentCanada
    View profile
  • Janet Grove KC
    Janet Grove KC

    Janet Grove KC

    Vancouver-based Janet Grove KC is adept at acting for biotech and biopharmaceutical companies on M&A transactions, financings and collaboration agreements.

    • Janet knows the sector and is respected in the jurisdiction. She is always concerned about the effects of any transaction on the company's future.

      Life Sciences respondentCanada

    • We are very happy with Janet.

      Life Sciences respondentCanada

    • Janet is outstanding.

      Life Sciences respondentCanada

    • Janet is extremely generous with her time and expertise and has a high level of experience in the life sciences and pharmaceutical field.

      Life Sciences respondentCanada

    • Janet is the lawyer you want on your side to get the best outcome for your company. She is efficient, extremely knowledgeable and adaptable.

      Life Sciences respondentCanada
    View profile

Ranked Individuals at Norton Rose Fulbright (3)

Nationwide - Canada

Members

Provided by Norton Rose Fulbright

Norton Rose Fulbright has rankings in the following guides

What success is built on

Chambers is the leading data and intelligence partner for the legal sector.

Explore thought leadership