Licks Attorneys
Combining expertise in IP, regulations and healthcare, Licks Attorneys brings together a group of specialised lawyers, pharmacists, chemists and scientists, which is well placed to assist domestic and international clients in a variety of life sciences matters. The department boasts an impressive track record in contentious matters, and is led by three practitioners: founding partner Otto Licks, who is particularly active in strategic litigation and policymaking matters involving small molecules, biologics, agrichemicals and medical devices; fellow founder Eduardo Hallak, a name to note for complex disputes and patents; and Liliane Roriz, who utilises her former experience as an appellate judge to assist with IP-related cases.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'Licks Attorneys have great subject-matter expertise and are very responsive.'
- 'The firm has a differentiated multidisciplinary team, which knows the pharmaceutical market and is keen to know the business, the portfolio and the way we work to bring innovations. They speak the client's language and are always available for discussions.'
Key clients
- PTA Lundbeck
- Genentech
Work highlights
- Represented PTA Lundbeck in a lawsuit requesting term adjustment for a patent covering technology related to the drug Brintellix.
- Represented Genentech in a case challenging dosage regime requirements in Brazil.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Otto Licks, Liliane Roriz, Eduardo Hallak