Sidley Austin LLP has strong relationships with EU institutions and regulators and is reputed for its depth of expertise in enforcement, competition, trade and data privacy mandates. Its esteemed clientbase consists of pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and life science clients. Practice head Maurits Lugard brings deep insight from his prior experience at the European Commission. Maarten Meulenbelt focuses on EU regulatory, litigation and competition issues, while Michele Tagliaferri is highly experienced in compliance mandates. Josefine Sommer regularly assists clients with GMP/GCP and EMA procedures. He is adept at handling lifecycle strategy and promotional issues, offering particular expertise in cell and gene therapy matters.
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- ‘A very knowledgeable, pragmatic, professional, friendly team. It is a real pleasure to work with them, and you know that you are in good hands.'
Key clients
- Les Laboratoires Servier
Work highlights
Acts as co-lead counsel for Les Laboratoires Servier in appeals before the CJEU relating to a General Court judgment that annulled key European Commission findings of infringement under Articles 101 and 102 TFEU. The case concerns significant competition law issues in the pharmaceutical sector.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Maurits Lugard
Other key lawyers
Maarten Meulenbelt; Michele Tagliaferri; Josefine Sommer