Life Sciences
Europe Guide 2024 : Europe-wide
Band 1
Contact number
+32 2 549 52 30Chambers Review
Covington & Burling is a top firm with pan-European capabilities out of pre-eminent offices in London and Brussels. The law firm offers clients market-leading regulatory expertise in clinical trials, pharmacovigilance and data protection. Its further expertise includes assisting with corporate matters including distribution and collaboration agreements, as well as contentious mandates relating to EMA regulations and investigations. Covington also assists with M&A in the sector.
Key contacts at the firm are Peter Bogaert, based in Brussels, and Grant Castle, who divides his time between London and Brussels.
Work Highlights
- Covington advised Sanofi on four proceedings before the EU General Court relating to complex regulatory questions around the use and protection of clinical trial data and "New Active Substance" status of three products.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Covington & Burling's strength is in knowing how to get a deal done. They are reasonable, experienced and strong on the corporate side. The lawyers consistently deliver good results. The drafting is excellent at Covington."
"Covington & Burling's strength is in knowing how to get a deal done. They are reasonable, experienced and strong on the corporate side. The lawyers consistently deliver good results. The drafting is excellent at Covington."