Wilson Elser maintains a dedicated Life Sciences Practice comprising attorneys with collective decades of related experience. Several hold degrees in in science, biotechnology and nursing, among others. Practice attorneys advise pharmaceutical, medical device and biotechnology clients at all stages, including product development, regulatory, clinical research, clinical trials, risk management and product liability including product recalls.

Companies have designated our firm national coordinating counsel and regional defense counsel in multi-plaintiff, multi-state pharmaceutical and medical device cases as well as individual cases that involve complex technical and scientific issues relating to claims of injury and loss valued in the millions of dollars. 

We enjoy extensive experience representing pharmaceutical (brand and generic), biotechnology and medical device companies in litigation and at trial. Recognizing that each claim has its distinct characteristics, we establish close and collaborative relationships with clients to develop bespoke litigation strategies that conform to broader business objectives and degree of risk tolerance. 

We recognize that proven trial capability is essential when litigation strategies fail to advance cases toward reasonable business resolutions. Our attorneys have served as lead trial counsel across the country in cases where plaintiffs have demonstrated unyielding, unreasonable monetary expectations. We own an enviable track record of achieving favorable outcomes.