Life Sciences and Healthcare
Forward-thinking legal advisors for your life sciences and healthcare needs
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With over 480 lawyers, patent attorneys, scientists, and academics across CMS, along with the support of the Life Sciences Asia-Pacific Network (LAN), we offer a deep understanding of the scientific, commercial, and legal factors shaping your life sciences and healthcare business. We collaborate with and have built long-term relationships with the top 100 companies in the life sciences and healthcare sector, including leaders in pharmaceuticals, medical devices, biotechnology, agriculture, and food. This includes partnerships with the top 20 global pharmaceutical companies and the top 10 global medical device companies.
LawLex LSHC at a glance:
- 480+ global lawyers, patent attorneys, and scientists
- Extensive Life Sciences Asia-Pacific Network
- Trusted by top 100 life sciences and healthcare companies
Practice area
Antitrust, Competition and Trade
- Antitrust, Competition and Trade
- Abuse of dominance and economic dependence
- Competition and cartel investigations
- Compliance
- Digital markets
- Foreign investment screening
- Foreign subsidies control
- General EU law, free movement of goods, services and capital
- Horizontal agreements
- Merger Control
- Unfair trading practices (UTP)
- Private enforcement
- Regulatory
- State aid and EU subsidies
- Trade law and sanctions
- Vertical agreements
Banking & Finance
Commercial
Corporate Crime, Compliance & Forensics
Corporate / M&A
Dispute Resolution
Employment, Labour & Pensions
ESG – Environmental, social and governance
Intellectual Property
Public Procurement
Real Estate
Tax
TMC - Technology, Media & Communications
Our experts, many with in-house experience in your sector, offer deep knowledge across pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, and diagnostics. As active members of key industry associations like the ABHI, ABPI, MedTech Europe, and BVMed, we are at the forefront of shaping the legal landscape for the life sciences & healthcare industry. We provide practical advice on everyday matters, including advertising, promotion, public sector procurement, pricing and reimbursement, patent enforcement, commercial contracts, clinical trials, and regulatory compliance. For strategic projects, corporate transactions, or litigation (including product liability), our team brings specialized expertise to guide you through complex challenges.
A vital sector
Global solutions
We provide global solutions tailored to the unique needs of the life sciences and healthcare sectors. Our international reach and expertise ensure that we can support you in navigating the complexities of global regulations, compliance, and industry trends, no matter where your business operates. From local challenges to cross-border transactions, our team is equipped to deliver integrated solutions that help you succeed on the global stage.
Full service plus
Our full-service approach combines legal expertise with industry insight, offering comprehensive solutions across the life sciences and healthcare sectors. From regulatory compliance to mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, and litigation, we cover every aspect of your business needs. Our team works seamlessly to provide strategic advice, ensuring that your organization is positioned to thrive in a dynamic and evolving industry landscape. With deep sector knowledge and a global reach, we deliver tailored services that go beyond the basics, helping you achieve long-term success.
Committed to your future
We are committed to helping you navigate the evolving challenges of the life sciences and healthcare industries, with a focus on your long-term success. Our team provides forward-thinking, strategic advice to ensure your business remains resilient and adaptable to future changes. Whether it’s regulatory changes, technological advancements, or market shifts, we work alongside you to secure prosperous future, offering innovative solutions tailored to your needs.
Case studies
Navigating legal challenges for a medicinal cannabis start-up
A new client in the medicinal cannabis field faced complex legal hurdles around regulations and market entry. The changing laws required expert guidance to ensure compliance.
LawLex helped the client understand the legal rules for growing, selling, and distributing medicinal cannabis. We guided them through licensing, safety standards, and approvals, while also advising on business setup and key contracts.
With our support, the client successfully navigated legal challenges and set the stage for growth in a tough market.
Advising Bruker on the acquisition of ELITech
LawLex advised Bruker on the multi-jurisdictional acquisition of ELITech, a leading In Vitro Diagnostics Systems Group. This complex transaction involved coordinating across several countries to address regulatory, competition, and corporate matters.
Our team provided expert guidance on cross-border legal issues, including due diligence, structuring the deal, and navigating local regulations in multiple jurisdictions. We worked closely with Bruker’s internal teams to ensure a smooth and successful acquisition, minimizing risks and securing long-term business growth.
Through our support, Bruker was able to expand its market presence and strengthen its position in the in vitro diagnostics sector.
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Local market knowledge Global outlook
We provide future-facing legal advice to help your organisation thrive. Combining local market knowledge and a global perspective, and with lawyers in locations worldwide, your organisation benefits from the expertise it needs, even across borders.
