William Fry is recognised as a leading Irish law firm for medical device and technology work.
Our MedTech team prides itself on working with:
- start-ups;
- the world’s leading MedTech companies such as Edwards Lifesciences, Life Sciences Partners and ResMed;
- finance providers / venture capital investors; and
- academic institutions.
Ireland’s MedTech sector which has grown exponentially, resulting in Ireland being recognised as one of five global emerging hubs. It is at the forefront of innovation in medical technology that plays a key role in addressing the challenges global healthcare systems face.
The intersection between the development of digital technology in healthcare, the protection and retention of personal data, cyber security, product safety and liability is an increasingly important area for the industry.
The new medical devices regulation (MDR) and in vitro diagnostics medical devices regulation (IVDR) represent a long-awaited strengthening of the existing regulatory system for medical devices in Europe. However, over the coming years, compliance represents a real challenge for the MedTech industry. Our team of regulatory experts is up to speed with the Regulations and ready to assist companies in meeting this challenge.
The knowledge and experience of our multi-disciplinary team sets us apart from other firms and comprises:
- Ireland’s leading Intellectual Property team with expertise in complex, multi-jurisdictional patent disputes;
- Specialist lawyers with in-depth and exceptional regulatory knowledge in the MedTech sphere, not only on a standalone basis but also as a key factor enriching the quality of our M&A transactional and commercial work; and
- Experienced lawyers recognised for their expertise in IP, data protection and technology and at the forefront in advisory/transactional work in commercialisation/licensing projects, process outsourcing, cloud computing, e-health and connected technology.