We have extensive expertise in managing a range of regulatory, product compliance, safety, ABAC and Ethics (interactions with HCPs, HCOs, Officials and Patients Communities) and other legislative issues and have a specialist team that can support this. In particular, we have experts across Europe that can navigate what can sometimes be a complex and multi-tiered regime.

Intellectual property is the most valuable asset many companies hold. Managing, protecting and exploiting your IP is a complex but necessary process. Our all-round experience means that we can help clients from start to finish, so whether you are looking to register a new patent, negotiate licences, sell your IP portfolio or anything in between, we can help.

We are a leading legal adviser in the mid-market for mergers and acquisitions. Our team advises European and international organisations on all aspects of buying or selling private companies and businesses, most often in a cross-border environment.

We provide the full range of services for an M&A transaction (vendor or sell-side due diligences; structuring; drafting and negotiation of transaction documentation…) and work alongside our lawyers from our specialist multi-disciplinary groups.

We have a genuine understanding and enthusiasm for the European venture and growth capital investment market, advising companies and investors on more than 400 European fundraisings a year. Our clients include start-ups, global market leaders, angel investors, venture debt providers and more than 50 institutional VC/growth capital investors on venture matters at all stages of the fundraising spectrum, from "seed" rounds through "series A", "series B" and beyond to larger growth capital rounds, as well as convertibles, secondaries and share capital "re-sets".

Osborne Clarke offers a comprehensive range of services tailored to companies in the life sciences sector, particularly in the areas of data protection and artificial intelligence (AI). Their expertise is crucial for navigating the complex regulatory landscape that characterises the life sciences industry.

Osborne Clarke's data protection team specialises in various aspects of privacy and data security. They provide advice on the implications of EU regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), counsel on the legal aspects of cross-border data transfers, support clients in developing strategies to protect against cyber threats, and respond effectively to data breaches. Additionally, the team assists organisations in utilising data for commercial purposes within the legal framework.

In the field of artificial intelligence, Osborne Clarke offers significant support in implementing the EU AI Act, advocates for initiatives to promote AI competency within organisations, and aids in integrating AI into various stages of product development and operational processes. This integration enhances efficiency and regulatory compliance in the phases of research, clinical trials, and production.