Life Sciences

Lindahl is one of Scandinavia's leading law firms in the life sciences sector. We have extensive experience in assisting both large and smaller companies, and our expertise includes, among other things, commercial agreements, intellectual property, transactions, and regulatory issues.

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International ranking institutes such as Chambers & Partners and Managing Intellectual Property, which annually rank law firms and lawyers worldwide based on client interviews, have for several years ranked Lindahl as a market leader in Sweden in life sciences and intellectual property.

Our size, broad knowledge, and extensive experience enable us to handle both complex and very large assignments for both smaller and larger companies. As many of the transactions in the life sciences sector are cross-border, we have significant experience working with international counterparts in transactions and commercial agreements.

"Really client centered - always there when you need them, and rallies to bring the best team together depending on the area of expertise needed in each case. Strong and deep knowledge in the field of life sciences, makes a difference to work with an industry expert compared to a generalist." The Legal 500

Commercial Agreements

The agreements that life science companies enter into are characterized more than in other industries by conditions unique to the sector. We understand this. Therefore, an advisor requires both a genuine understanding and experience in life sciences. Lindahl's lawyers in this field have long and extensive experience in assisting individual researchers and inventors, universities, and companies at various stages. We assist everything from large pharmaceutical companies to companies in the early development phase. Examples of agreements we regularly work with include research agreements, collaboration agreements, license agreements, and manufacturing agreements.

Transactions

The presence of life science companies in transactions has been significant in recent years. Life science companies have largely sought financing, often in the public capital market. Similarly, the number of business transfers within the sector has been substantial. At Lindahl, our lawyers have significant expertise in assisting companies, investors, and investment banks in connection with life science companies conducting capital raisings, initial public offerings, and takeover bids. We have represented both buyers and sellers in the transfer of companies, businesses, and product rights. We continuously conduct due diligence on companies within the sector.

Intellectual Property

For a life science company, intellectual property is of crucial importance—not least patents and trademarks. Lindahl's lawyers have been top-ranked in this area for many years and handle everything from trademark applications to complex patent litigation with international ramifications. We also have contacts and collaborations that ensure the technical expertise needed in various cases. Our expertise in intellectual property also means that we fully manage and secure intellectual property rights in the drafting of commercial agreements and the handling of transactions in the life sciences.

Regulatory issues

The regulatory framework for companies in the life sciences is extensive at both the European and national levels. In addition to legislation, companies must also follow the regulations and rules developed by industry organizations such as the Swedish Association of the Pharmaceutical Industry. The issues that arise can have clear connections to marketing, competition law, and public procurement. Lindahl provides experienced advice in all these areas. We assist clients in obtaining and maintaining the permits and approvals that their operations require. We also assist in regulatory disputes. Our experience and expertise in the regulatory area are strengthened by the fact that we often also assist clients in adjacent industries such as food and cosmetics.

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Practice areas

Lindahl is a full-service firm with a comprehensive offering in all areas of business law.

With vast experience, high competence, and strong commitment, our aim is to create business value and make a difference for our clients, regardless of the industry or legal area involved. Explore all of Lindahl's practice areas.