Life Sciences & Pharmaceutical Sector (International & Cross-Border) | Global

A premier international law firm with a highly-integrated network of global offices, A&O Shearman's London team is frequently identified as a standout choice to coordinate cross-border work. Offering a well-developed, full-service platform which offers consistent quality across numerous practice areas and sectors, the London office fulfils a significant role as the law firm's central hub within its diverse global network. The team advises on some of the biggest and most complex cross-border deals in the market.

Driven by a combination of transactional strength and a regulatory focus, the firm`s deep commitment to the life sciences sector is primarily embodied by its highly capable IP practice. Cross-border work related to pharmaceuticals is varied, ranging from IP and patent litigation mandates to major corporate deals. Clients also highlight its strengths in data privacy.

Covington & Burling has a well-developed and established presence in London which is highly capable of leading cross-border work. The London team is frequently called upon by clients to coordinate cross-border advice across the EMEA region and is known for closely integrating with the Brussels office on matters relating to EU regulation. It also collaborates with teams based in the USA and Asia. The team enjoys an excellent reputation for handling product liability and data privacy matters. It also advises both large and small life sciences companies on corporate and commercial transactions, including licence agreements, M&A deals and securities offerings. The team's dispute resolution group handles a variety of contentious matters in the life sciences sector.

Pinsent Masons boasts highly-capable teams throughout the UK which bring considerable skill to a myriad of transactional and contentious areas. The law firm's sector-driven international expansion from London has seen it establish highly rated offices in jurisdictions including Spain, Germany, China and Singapore. Internationally recognised as a force in the construction space, Pinsent Masons’ UK offering also stands out for its handling of cross-border mandates arising from the technology, life sciences and energy sectors.

Pinsent Masons' cross-border work relating to life sciences has a strong focus on IP litigation, utilising a sophisticated patent litigation practice, which is particularly popular with generics manufacturers. The law firm also houses a team of corporate and commercial lawyers that are deeply engaged in life sciences, advising on a range of areas including capital markets, M&A and trade. It demonstrates the ability to handle inbound and outbound mandates, working particularly closely with teams in the US and European jurisdictions.

Goodwin boasts an expanding life sciences offering in the UK from its bases in London and Cambridge. The team offers top-tier transactional expertise in M&A, licensing and securities matters relating to the pharmaceutical industry. Enhanced by its outstanding US practice, the law firm offers clients impressive transatlantic strength, as well as support in Europe and Asia.