The life sciences and healthcare sector is a driving force of scientific advancement and innovation, encompassing biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, diagnostics, digital health, and biopharmaceuticals. Companies and research institutions invest heavily in research and development (R&D) to create life-saving drugs, cutting-edge medical treatments, and breakthrough healthcare technologies.

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However, without intellectual property (IP) protection, these innovations are vulnerable to imitation, misappropriation, and unfair competition. A strong IP strategy is crucial to safeguard proprietary technologies, secure market exclusivity, attract investors, and drive commercial success.  We are able to provide comprehensive IP solutions to protect, manage, and enforce intellectual property rights in the life sciences and healthcare industries.

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Our services in this practice area include:

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Patent Protection for Scientific & Medical Innovations

• Drafting, filing, and prosecuting patents in pharmaceuticals, biopharmaceuticals, biosimilars, biologics, medical devices, diagnostics, biotechnology, genomics, digital health, and agricultural & industrial biotechnology.

• Conducting patentability assessments and freedom-to-operate (FTO) searches to identify risks and opportunities before commercialisation.

• Managing global patent portfolios, balancing comprehensive protection with cost efficiency.
   

 Trademark Protection & Brand Enforcement

• Securing trademark registrations for pharmaceutical brands, medical devices, and healthcare services.

• Conducting trademark clearance searches to mitigate risks before product launches.

• Enforcing trademark rights against counterfeiting and unauthorised use.
   

Trade Secret & Confidentiality Management

• Advising on trade secret protection for proprietary drug formulations, manufacturing processes, and R&D data.

• Drafting and reviewing non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) for business collaborations, suppliers, and employees.
   

Regulatory & Compliance Advisory

• Advising on patent linkage laws and regulatory approval processes for pharmaceuticals.

• Ensuring compliance with pharmaceutical advertising laws, food & drug labeling regulations, and medical device approvals.

• Assisting with clinical trial agreements, regulatory filings, and data exclusivity strategies.
   

IP Due Diligence & Commercial Transactions

• Conducting IP due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, licensing, and investment transactions.

• Structuring technology transfer agreements, licensing deals, and R&D collaborations to maximise IP value.
   

IP Litigation & Dispute Resolution

• Representing clients in patent, trademark, and IP infringement lawsuits.

• Handling IP enforcement actions, including border seizures of counterfeit medical products.

• Advising on dispute resolution strategies, including litigation, arbitration, and negotiated settlements.

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