Rising stars: Dr Chris Boyle – ‘AI is going to have a transformative impact on the life sciences industry’

Dr Chris Boyle, counsel at Sidley, on the risks and opportunities facing the industry What do you most enjoy about being a life sciences lawyer? My passion for science led me to qualify and practice as a veterinary surgeon before I discovered that scientists and clinicians are uniquely placed to make a big impact in …

Rising stars: David Gibson – ‘There are so many great new technologies and medicines with potential to make a difference to populations and treatment pathways but key challenges remain in regulating them’

David Gibson, senior associate at McDermott Will & Emery Why did you decide to specialise in life sciences law, and what’s the best thing about being a life sciences lawyer? I find the subject matter fascinating, and I am genuinely curious about new technologies and medicines and how they can be used, shared and applied …

Sponsored thought leadership: China life sciences – Transaction insights and notable industry trends

China’s life sciences and healthcare (LS&H) industry underwent an unprecedented transformation in 2023 consisting of numerous challenges and opportunities. Within this year, BD transactions primarily included out-licensing of ex-China rights, China commercialisation partnering, asset acquisition and regaining drug product rights, which reflected the courage of China’s LS&H market players to proactively seek changes and rebuild …

Sponsored Q&A: Fangda Partners

1. What are the current regulatory frameworks governing the life sciences industry in China, and how have they evolved in recent years? Legislation wise, the Drug Administration Law and its implementation rules are pivotal to the pharmaceutical sector, overseeing the entire lifecycle of chemical and biological products. For medical devices (including in-vitro diagnostics), the Regulations …

Sponsored thought leadership: Healthcare and pharmaceutical regulation in Portugal

The health sector in Portugal, which encompasses the pharmaceutical market, is a prominent and fast-evolving sector that has undergone significant growth in recent decades. Sérvulo & Associados law firm is proud to have a highly specialised, experienced and well-balanced team in the life sciences field. The team covers all the main legal matters of the …

King & Spalding takes another silk with hire of former director of public prosecutions

King & Spalding has hired Sir Max Hill KC (pictured) into its London office. Hill served as director of public prosecutions for England and Wales from November 2018 to October 2023. A barrister since 1987, he took silk in 2008 and was knighted after leaving the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) in January 2024. Hill’s addition …