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Provided by TozziniFreire
The work developed by TozziniFreire’s Life Sciences & Healthcare group covers industry sectors as diverse as healthcare; pharmaceutical ingredients; drugs; biotechnology; medical devices; cosmetics; health and personal hygiene products; tobacco; food; animal feed; pet and vet products and services; and agrichemicals and fertilizers. The team is widely experienced in working with regulatory agencies, including the Brazilian Sanitation Surveillance Agency (Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária - ANVISA), the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Agriculture (Ministério da Agricultura, Pecuária e Abastecimento – MAPA), and the National Supplementary Health Agency (Agência Nacional de Saúde Suplementar – ANS). The services provided by our group include a wide variety of matters, such as advice on foreign investment and regulatory issues involving company licensing; advice on product registration; mergers and acquisitions; import and export; product liability and recall; negotiation and drafting of distribution contracts; clinical research; tech transfer and Productive Development Partnerships (Parcerias para o Desenvolvimento Produtivo - PDPs); Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs); intellectual property matters; compliance; crisis management; and administrative and judicial proceedings involving sanitation authorities.
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TozziniFreire is frequently instructed by companies within the life sciences sector in the interpretation of ANVISA’s regulation, including the preparation of memorandums and legal opinions on pharmaceutical products and medical devices. The law firm also advises on transactional mandates such as M&A and has extensive expertise in matters relating to controlled substances and the preparation and revision of clinical trial agreements.
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In my opinion, one of the main strengths that distinguishes TozziniFreire in the industry is the way the team relates to the client. It doesn't just offer excellent technical knowledge, but seeks to deeply understand the real needs of the business, acting collaboratively and strategically. This consultative approach, which goes beyond traditional legal solutions, generates value and strengthens the partnership.
I value TozziniFreire's expertise, strategic vision and partnership. They are always clear and precise in their recommendations and analyses.
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Rubens Granja offers expertise on a wide range of regulatory matters in the life sciences sector, including supply agreements, pricing strategies and industry-specific due diligence. He also performs assessments for transacations and commercialisation of new devices, as well as being able to handle IP-related mandates, such as brand protection issues.
Rubens Granja is a leading lawyer in the field, demonstrating not only extensive knowledge of the sector, but also great availability and attention to his clients' needs.
Rubens Granja is my go-to lawyer when I need someone who can handle complex issues in a way that gives me the confidence I need to perform my work. His knowledge is vast and profound, and he is very concerned with providing the best possible response to the client.
Rubens Granja works with us on highly complex cases, standing out particularly for his ability to propose creative and innovative solutions to the challenges presented. His thinking is bold, consistently bringing forward distinctive, unconventional ideas, while maintaining absolute respect for the company’s culture and values.
Victor Hugo Callejon Avallone is noted for his work across the life sciences sector, advising on regulatory strategy, administrative matters and commercial initiatives involving healthcare and regulated products.
Victor Avallone has solid experience in the life sciences and healthcare fields, with a strategic focus on regulatory and corporate matters. His approach combines deep technical knowledge with a practical vision, contributing to legal solutions aligned with business needs. His leadership strengthens the firm's ability to handle complex matters in this sector.
Victor Hugo Callejon Avallone is a professional with extensive technical and business knowledge.
Natássia Misae Ueno works with various regulated sectors, including agrochemicals, veterinary products, food and beverage, and health. She advises clients in negotiations with the federal government and has been actively involved in cases with innovative contractual models, such as risk sharing agreements for drug procurement by the Ministry of Health.
Natássia Misae Ueno is excellent. She has a great deal of knowledge of the market and regulations and knows how to navigate well between complex and transactional topics.
Being a comprehensive professional. Natássia Ueno is able to adapt her legal knowledge to the market in which we operate.
Life Sciences
Life Sciences
Life Sciences
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Victor Hugo Callejon Avallone
Natássia Misae Ueno
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