Life Sciences
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Japan
Band 1
Contact number
+81 3 5157 8200Chambers Review
Hogan Lovells is highly sought after to act on patent infringement, invalidation and licensing matters. The firm is also adept in assisting clients with cross-border regulatory issues and patent term extensions, regularly assisting both domestic and international pharmaceutical clients. It draws on the expertise of its lawyers in medical and molecular sciences, as well as in biochemistry, to advise companies on both inbound and outbound life sciences matters. The team also offers expertise in commercial matters and handles licensing, supply and commercialisation agreements, and leverages its global network to provide international coverage.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team was extremely responsive and delivered all work product on time and with high competency."
"Hogan Lovell has many experienced and multilingual attorneys in the life sciences field. The team is able to provide detailed analysis and close communication with clients."
"The team was extremely responsive and delivered all work product on time and with high competency."
"Hogan Lovell has many experienced and multilingual attorneys in the life sciences field. The team is able to provide detailed analysis and close communication with clients."
Notable Practitioners
Frederick Ch'en leverages his biological research background to drive a market-leading life sciences practice, including expertise in regulatory and licensing requirements, as well as patent-related issues.
"Because he is also a scientist, he is always accurate in his understanding of issues and advice when consulting on life sciences matters. He is also multilingual and able to interact directly with those who have difficulty communicating in English."
"Every interaction with Frederick was excellent. I cannot fault him on anything."