The ‘knowledgeable’ and ’pragmatic’ team at Stephenson Harwood advises a host of life sciences clients on corporate and commercial transactions, including VC investments, M&A, and collaboration and commercialisation arrangements. The practice is led by ‘top-tier’ Alexandra Pygall, noted for her experience in contentious and non-contentious IP matters, including transactions and litigation. Both recognised for their ’expertise and commitment’ Dan Holland focuses on the manufacturing and distribution of cell and gene therapy products, while Naomi Leach handles transactional IP matters, including licensing and collaboration agreements. Kristian Shearsby guides both start-ups and listed life sciences companies through corporate and IP transactions, with a strong nexus to the US market. Corporate specialist Michelle Gomes was promoted to partner in May 2024.
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Responsable de la pratique
Alexandra Pygall
Autres avocats clés
Kristian Shearsby; Dan Holland; Naomi Leach; Laura Elliott; Michelle Gomes; Rob Jacob