Ranking tables
Life Sciences: Product Liability | UK
UK-wide
Rankings overview for Departments
Adela Williams Arnold & Porter22 Years Ranked- Alison McAdams DAC Beachcroft LLP19 Years Ranked
Andrew Austin Freshfields11 Years Ranked- Cecile Burgess Addleshaw Goddard LLP8 Years Ranked
Dorothy Flower RPC22 Years Ranked- Matthew Felwick Hogan Lovells4 Years Ranked
- Samantha Silver Jones Day8 Years Ranked
All Departments profiles
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1 Arnold & PorterLife Sciences: Product Liability2026 | Band 1 | 16 Years RankedArnold & Porter expertly navigates the complex regulatory framework associated with pharmaceuticals and life sciences, and is frequently called upon to challenge decisions made by regulatory agencies. Its leading product liability practice defends pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers in sensitive and closely watched disputes. The firm works closely with its competition practice to advise pharmaceutical companies on dawn raids and judicial reviews.
1 DAC Beachcroft LLPLife Sciences: Product Liability2026 | Band 1 | 16 Years RankedDAC Beachcroft defends pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers in product liability litigation and claims arising from clinical trials. The firm has long-standing experience defending the NHS in closely watched blood contamination claims. Its other clients include insurers, private healthcare providers and NHS trusts.
1 FreshfieldsLife Sciences: Product Liability2026 | Band 1 | 2 Years RankedFreshfields has a well-known patent litigation practice. It represents clients in a broad range of patent-related matters such as patent infringement and licensing disputes. The firm has additional expertise in product liability defence and can draw upon its wider IP and commercial resources to support transactions in the sector.
1 Hogan LovellsLife Sciences: Product Liability2026 | Band 1 | 16 Years RankedHogan Lovells has a celebrated patent litigation practice that acts largely for innovators in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and medical devices. It is also one of the finest product liability defence practices serving the sector. The team is supported by the Hogan Lovells Science Unit, postdoctoral scientists who advise the legal team on complex technical issues. It is also noted for its transatlantic capability, complemented by its FDA practice in Washington, DC.
1 KennedysLife Sciences: Product Liability2026 | Band 1 | 10 Years RankedKennedys is sought after for high-value product liability disputes by insurers and medical device manufacturers. The firm is particularly recognised for its involvement in metal-on-metal hip replacement cases and claims concerning plastic surgery implants, pelvic meshes and surgical devices. It also has the resources to coordinate cross-border cases, making the firm well placed to represent multinational clients.