Noted for its ‘deep, well-founded opinions’ and ’customised and highly effective solutions’, the ‘robust’ team at Hogan Lovells is equipped to advise on the gamut of life sciences mandates, taking in regulatory, transactional and contentious aspects. Core areas of expertise include the launch of new pharmaceutical, biotech, cosmetics and food products, advising on research and clinical studies, labelling and advertising issues, M&A transactions, and administrative litigation. The team’s capabilities extend to food safety and quality issues, product recalls, the handling of sensitive compliance matters involving controlled substances, advice concerning GMO products and anti-corruption compliance issues in the biotech industry. The practice is co-directed by Ernesto Algaba Reyes, who specialises in health law, regulatory compliance matters for the pharmaceutical and medical devices industries and consumer protection law. Co-leading alongside him is ’exceptional professional’ Cecilia Stahlhut Espinosa, who is lauded for her ‘extensive experience in diverse regulatory matters’ and ’excellent client management skills’ and deals with regulatory drug, digital health, biotech, alcohol and consumer product mandates.
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‘Hogan Lovells' regulatory team in Mexico is distinguished by its extensive experience in the area, which allows them to approach all queries raised from different angles, providing customised and highly effective solutions. I highlight their analytical skills and clear communication, which reinforces their reputation as a reliable and efficient team.’
‘Cecilia Stahlhut Espinosa on the regulatory team is an exceptional professional. In every advice provided, she conveyed not only a broad knowledge of the applicable regulation, but also a remarkable legal skill and analysis when responding to queries and questions.’
‘Excellent customer service and regulatory knowledge. Deep, well-founded opinions.'
‘Cecilia Stahlhut Espinosa is great.'
‘Hogan Lovells' life sciences & healthcare team is impressive globally, and the team in this practice in Mexico follows suit. They know the industry perfectly, and their client support is always business-oriented, with in-depth legal knowledge, a multidisciplinary and practical approach to the industry and a strong commitment to meeting the client's project budget.'
‘Cecilia Stahlhut is the leading partner for this practice at the firm (A+ life sciences expert). She has a deep understanding of the industry and efficiently coordinates work within the firm to deliver a finished product to the client.'
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Ernesto Algaba Reyes; Cecilia Stahlhut Espinosa