Life Sciences
Global Guide 2024 : Europe-wide
Band 3
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The firm has a notable network of offices across Europe, including well-regarded practices in the UK and France. The law firm is particularly noted for its transactional and IP experience, including patent infringement and litigation, and unfair competition matters. It also has expertise in handling collaboration and licensing agreements, as well as regulatory advice covering trade secrets, data protection and freedom to operate. On 1st May 2024, Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling merged to form A&O Shearman.
Jim Ford, based in London, and Laëtitia Bénard in Paris are co-heads of the global life sciences group at the firm.
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"The team is very good: client-friendly, pragmatic and quick at turning things around. I like dealing with them."
"The team is very good: client-friendly, pragmatic and quick at turning things around. I like dealing with them."