Life Sciences Client Strategies

Book excerpt: Life Sciences Client Strategies is an authoritative, insiders perspective on key strategies for working with clients in the life sciences legal arena. Featuring partners and shareholders from some of the nations leading law firms, these experts guide the reader through best practices for dealing with some of the major issues of concern for life sciences companies, with a focus on managing intellectual property. These top lawyers give tips on meeting with new clients, obtaining key documentation, and developing a positive attorney-client relationship. From procuring and licensing patents to patent prosecution, these authors reveal how to add the most value for your client in terms of achieving business goals and avoiding common mistakes related to intellectual property protection. Additionally, these leaders discuss strategies for obtaining funding, managing strategic alliances, and addressing regulatory issues.