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Andrew Landsman

Andrew’s practice is devoted to helping his clients develop strategies for protecting and monetizing their valuable intellectual property assets. He is a registered patent attorney and counsels clients on all types of IP, including patent and trademark applications, negotiating and closing IP license agreements, freedom-to-operate and patentability opinions, and trademark clearance and availability. He works particularly often with clients in the life science and medical device spaces.

This post is the fifth in our five-part series, Navigating Life Sciences Transactions, where our team of attorneys provides essential strategies and insights for successful life sciences transactions.

Throughout this series, we’ve explored the key elements of successful life sciences transactions—from structuring collaborations and securing funding to protecting intellectual property and navigating regulatory complexities.

Yet, even when companies understand these fundamentals, transactions don’t always go as planned. In our work with biotech, medtech, digital health, and research-driven companies, we’ve seen common missteps that can slow deals down, create compliance risks, or weaken long-term business outcomes.

This post is the third in our five-part series, Navigating Life Sciences Transactions, where our team of attorneys provides essential strategies and insights for successful life sciences transactions.

With the SXSW Health and MedTech conference in full swing, it’s a good time to reflect on some fundamental Intellectual Property (IP) strategies that can help safeguard your Life Sciences and MedTech business and maximize its value now and into the future.

IP is often one of the most valuable assets a company can own. Whether you’re preparing to sell a business, enter into a joint venture, or acquire another company, understanding the scope of your IP portfolio is essential. For in-house counsel, founders, corporate executives, and other legal professionals, navigating the complexities of IP ownership and licensing can make or break a deal.