Pharma/Life Sciences - France
What the team is known for
Simmons & Simmons is a first-class firm advising pharmaceutical clients on the acquisition of assets as well as competition mandates. The team also acts on intellectual property matters, and offers additional expertise in regulatory and compliance matters. The law firm handles product liability cases, including large-scale disputes before civil and criminal courts.
Strengths
"I have a real trust working with the team. The lawyers know the company very well, which makes for an easy cooperation. The team provides high-quality service and advice, I can really count on it."
"Simmons & Simmons has a very technical team in healthcare with lawyers that provide technical advice."
Work highlights
Simmons & Simmons acted for Servier in proceedings before the Paris Court of Appeal in relation to the Mediator product liability case.
Notable practitioners
Jacques-Antoine Robert maintains a stellar reputation for his expertise in product liability cases, including class action mandates. His impressive client roster includes leading French and international pharmaceutical companies. "Jacque-Antoine is well known in the field, he is for sure a star individual." "We work with Jacque-Antoine Robert, who is extremely well respected."
Alexandre Regniault is experienced in product liability cases, where he regularly represents pharmaceutical companies in civil and criminal proceedings. He additionally boasts regulatory expertise. "Alexandre is an excellent lawyer for regulatory matters."
