Women Leaders in Life Sciences Law
ACI’s Summit for Women Leaders in Life Sciences gathers attorneys and executives from the biotech, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries to discuss the latest developments and challenges. JAMS neutral Conna A. Weiner, Esq., FCIArb will be a speaker at this year’s conference.
Collaboration is the lifeblood of the life sciences industry, driving innovation through partnerships between biotech startups and pharmaceutical giants, licensing agreements with universities, and other strategic alliances. However, these collaborations come with complex legal and business considerations. This panel will explore key challenges and best practices for structuring and managing successful life sciences partnerships while mitigating risks. This program will discuss the following topics:
- IP Ownership and Inventorship: negotiating rights to innovations and ensuring clear ownership structures
- Data Protection and Confidentiality: safeguarding proprietary research and managing shared data
- Transactional Agreements: Key considerations when entering, structuring, and exiting partnerships
- Risk Mitigation Strategies: Addressing regulatory, financial, and operational risks in collaborative agreements
Speakers:
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Yael Bienenstock, Partner, Torys LLP
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Kate Hillier, Partner, Latham & Watkins LLP
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Sophie Kornowski, CEO, Boston Pharmaceuticals
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Conna A. Weiner, Esq. FCIArb, Mediator, Arbitrator & Special Master, JAMS