The medical and life sciences team at RPC is known for its strength in product liability work, pre-marketing approval mandates and commercial and injury disputes arising from clinical trials. Described as a ‘doyenne of the field’, Dorothy Flower leads the practice. She is praised for her experience in dealing with ’medical devices and all aspects of cosmetic surgery’. Florence Page and Emma Kislingbury provide key support to Flower.
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‘RPC is well-regarded in the life sciences and healthcare sector. Led by Dorothy Flower, the specialised team understands the sector and has a good understanding of the context in which disputes arise and how to effectively resolve them. ’
‘Dorothy Flower is a doyenne of the field, with decades of experience in acting for life science clients and their insurers. She is adept at understanding the interplay between the underlying issues and the insurance considerations. She is particularly experienced in dealing with medical devices and all aspects of cosmetic surgery and products.’
Work highlights
- Acted for an orthopaedic implant manufacturer in the large-scale metal-on-metal hip litigation in England and Wales which concluded with a judgment in favour of the manufacturers in 2018.
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Practice head
Dorothy Flower
Other key lawyers
Florence Page; Emma Kislingbury