Life sciences, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical companies operate in a highly regulated, competitive and complex environment where innovation drives success.
From early stage discovery and clinical development to regulatory approval and commercialization, companies must navigate evolving legal, regulatory, and business challenges at every stage.
Our attorneys provide strategic guidance in areas including intellectual property protection, regulatory compliance, licensing, and product launch, and we advise on strategic transactions including financing, collaborations, and mergers and acquisitions. Our integrated approach helps clients move efficiently from innovation to market, while managing risk, protecting assets, and positioning products for long-term success.
We work with organizations across the life sciences and pharmaceutical ecosystem, including:
- Pharmaceutical companies (brand, generic, and specialty)
- Medical device and diagnostic companies
- Biologic and biotechnology companies
- Clinical trial organizations
- Universities and research centers
- Animal health companies (drugs, supplements, feed, and additives)
- Food companies
- Dietary supplement companies
- Tobacco companies
- Cosmetics and personal care companies
corporate & transactional
Life sciences and pharmaceutical companies rely on strategic transactions to fund innovation, expand product pipelines, and bring therapies to market. We represent clients in:
- Licensing and collaboration agreements
- Asset acquisitions, divestitures, and spinoffs
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Private placements and fundraising
We help structure and execute transactions that align with scientific, regulatory, and commercial objectives.
intellectual property
Protecting innovation is critical in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors, where intellectual property drives value and competitive advantage. Our services include:
- Patent and trademark prosecution
- IP portfolio development and management
- Technology transfer and licensing
- IP litigation and enforcement
We work with clients to secure and maximize the value of innovations across development and commercialization. Read more about our IP services here.
litigation & regulatory
Our pharmaceutical litigation team defends companies in a wide range of class actions and multidistrict litigation (MDL) across the country, including on numerous national trial teams and in some of the most challenging state and federal venues. Read more about our experience in this area in our pharmaceutical litigation overview.
In addition to litigation matters, life sciences and pharmaceutical companies face complex disputes and oversight from multiple regulatory bodies. We guide clients through regulatory frameworks and interactions with agencies including:
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
- U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
- U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)
- Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
- Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
- U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
- Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB)
labor & employment
As employers, life sciences and pharmaceutical companies must navigate complex workforce and compliance issues. We provide guidance and representation in:
- Whistleblower and retaliation claims
- Discrimination and harassment matters
- Wage and hour compliance and disputes
- Wrongful discharge and related claims
We help clients manage risk while maintaining compliant and effective workplaces. Read more about our Labor & Employment services here.
We offer lifecycle-focused counsel aligned with how life sciences and pharmaceutical companies operate.
We have scientific fluency, with attorneys who hold advanced degrees in agriculture, biology, and biotechnology.
Our regulatory insights cover the agencies that shape your business.
When it’s time to sell assets or consider a merger or acquisition opportunity, our team provides effective guidance.
