Baker McKenzie diverse advisory offering includes longstanding transaction support, regulatory expertise, which is regularly drawn on in connection with product liability issues in the pharmaceutical sector, the advice on digital healthcare apps as well as pharmaceutical advertising law. The team’s antitrust expertise is regularly requested by clients in connection with the development of novel drugs. Practice head Thilo Räpple is well versed in the pharmaceutical and medical device industry and regularly supports transactions, including regulatory aspects, and also advises on contract-related matters pertaining to the development, launch and marketing of medical devices. Martin Altschwager is a key contact for regulatory issues and most recently assisted with distribution systems and approval requirements.

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  • 'Very good responsiveness, always guaranteed availability, market and industry knowledge guaranteed even in the event of current changes.'

  • 'Marc Gabriel is always informed about current changes and good at advising on political innovations.'

  • 'The teams have excellent knowledge in their respective areas and worked together smoothly. Regarding the pharma team, I was very impressed by the depth of technical knowledge in this area and the attention to detail and ability to consider all the possible consequences of the various possible constellations. This was invaluable advice and definitely put us in a better position than our counterparties.'

  • 'I will certainly continue to work with the Backer McKenzie Pharma and M&A teams in the future.'
  • 'Thilo Räpple was the leading pharmaceutical partner who provided us with the right setup for the project with his experience and advice. Martin Altschwager was instrumental in the operational implementation of the project. I was particularly impressed by the depth of his academic and practical knowledge in the pharmaceutical sector. A talent that is definitely worth keeping an eye on.'

  • 'Thilo Räpple is very approachable. He has a wealth of experience and outstanding knowledge in all areas of pharmaceutical law. I particularly appreciate the fact that issues can be clarified quickly and pragmatically and his solution-oriented approach.'

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Thilo Räpple