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Squire Patton Boggs

Life Sciences

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Japan


Squire Patton Boggs

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Life Sciences - Japan

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For
Squire Patton Boggs has an established track record of handling work for Japanese pharmaceutical, medical device and biotechnology companies. The firm's areas of focus include advising on licensing and development agreements. The team additionally advises both Japanese and international life sciences clients regarding acquisitions and joint ventures in the sector and on related regulatory issues.
Strengths

The partner and his team are amazing with their industry and commercial acumen. The insights, advice and support we receive from them cannot be understated in terms of value.

The team have consistently impressed us with their ability to grasp both the technical and market-facing dimensions of our business. The guidance we receive goes well beyond traditional advice.

Notable practitioners
Stephen Chelberg

Stephen Chelberg heads the firm's life sciences practice and handles cross-border M&A, joint ventures and financing in this space. He also ably advises clients on Japanese market entry and commercial agreements.

Stephen Chelberg has a great personality and is fluent in Japanese. He is a most reliable and wonderful lawyer.

Steve has not only been a great legal mind on matters, but has also become an essential adviser to us as we attempt to navigate market entry into Japan.

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