The group at Magenta exhibits deep expertise in competition law, particularly in relation to the distribution of medical devices and pharma products. Gaël Hichri leads the team; praised by clients for his ‘perfect’ knowledge of life sciences specific competition matters, Hichri regularly acts for clients in cases concerning vertical restraints and anticompetitive practices. Benjamin Jothy joined the team from Norton Rose Fulbright in April 2023, contributing his experience in negotiations with government authorities concerning reimbursement registration and early access programs.
Testimonials
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‘The team has a very good understanding of the regulatory environment of the life sciences sector, in addition to competition law and delivers concrete solutions. I also appreciate that the team has a realistic and pragmatic approach in terms of evaluation and risk-taking.’
‘I am in contact with Gaël Hichri, whose great availability and responsiveness I can appreciate in addition to the relevance of the legal analysis. He has very good practical knowledge of the sector and its economic and political subtleties and we can only appreciate his personal commitment and involvement in our files.’
‘This is a firm well known in the market as a leading boutique in competition law. The firm regularly works on issues involving manufacturers or healthcare professionals.’
‘Gaël Hichri is particularly renowned for his good knowledge of the health sector.’
‘A dynamic and technically excellent team.’
‘The particular traits of the team are very responsive, and the particularity of having strong expertise in competition law in the pharmaceutical field. ’
‘The Magenta team, led by Gaël Hichri, is a reference partner in the complex competition issues facing the health industries. The team is particularly responsive, and demonstrates creativity and flexibility allowing it to provide innovative solutions to its clients.’
‘Gaël Hichri has a perfect command of competition law applied to the life sciences sector. His analytical finesse, his practical spirit and his great interpersonal skills make him a reference lawyer in a constantly evolving sector.’
Key clients
- Bausch & Lomb
- Organon
- Orpea
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Gaël Hichri