In the 21st century, healthcare and life science is a growing and socially important industry, dedicated to improving quality of life by encouraging healthy living, managing diseases more effectively and making the best use of technology. Pharma and medical technology are at the heart of advances in medicine and the driving force behind digitalisation in health care. And the “second healthcare market” – home spa and other self-care products – is increasingly important.
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Almost uniquely, every aspect of medical care is regularly subject to changes in legislation, ranging from hospital structures to the timing of appointments and care requirements for seniors. Modern, patient-orientated and integrated solutions are expected as a matter of course, meaning that providers and health insurance companies compete for “patients” in an environment where pressures on costs constantly increase.
Our expert team helps clients to meet the challenges of this sector head on, anticipating developments likely to affect their business and providing support across the entire spectrum of business needs. We have a deep understanding of national and international issues, such as the EU Medical Device Regulation, and can advise on the product development life cycle in its entirety. We are also well-positioned to help clients remain compliant with merger and antitrust law, and when necessary, can represent clients in proceedings before the courts and other authorities.
Our services
- Industry-specific legal support
- Risk management and opportunity support
- Contracts and agreements
- Regulatory and certification support
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- Market launch and advertising, including compliance
- Management, protection and defence of intangible assets
- Structuring and advising on cooperation agreements
- End-to-end project support
- Compliance and anti-trust guidance
- Structuring privatisations and investment solutions
- Restructuring and insolvency
- Dispute resolution including in all areas of commercial contracts
Benefits for clients
- Senior, experienced international team with an outstanding track record in serving the industry
- Close engagement with key stakeholders in the medical economy
- High quality, customised and solution-orientated advice
- Regulatory compliance, risk mitigation and litigation support
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- Holistic legal support across all relevant fields of law
