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Sidley Austin LLP

Life Sciences

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Sidley Austin LLP

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Life Sciences - Massachusetts

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Sidley Austin LLP houses a sophisticated life sciences practice, recognized for its IP and transactional work. The group routinely advises significant clients on financings, M&A and commercial agreements, and fields additional expertise in IP portfolio management and patent litigation. The team also offers notable regulatory expertise, assisting with FDA and healthcare compliance.

Notable practitioners

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Work Highlights

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  • Sidley Austin LLP represented Wellington Management Company in an $85 million Series D preferred stock financing of Avalyn Pharma and a $64 million Series C Preferred Stock financing of MBX Bioscience.

Strengths

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  • The group has first-in-class expertise, particularly on high stakes FDA regulatory matters.

    Life Sciences respondentUSA
  • Sidley Austin's corporate legal strategy is outstanding.

    Life Sciences respondentUSA
  • The Sidley Austin team is very knowledgeable on a scientific level. The attorney are very much technical experts.

    Life Sciences respondentUSA
  • More than legal experts, the Sidley Austin attorneys are great business partners, who are responsive and practical.

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