Pharmaceutical

In pharmaceuticals, the path from discovery to market depends heavily on strong intellectual property (IP) strategy.

Pharmaceutical IP Counsel

HRFM's Pharmaceutical practice group has special strength in pharmaceutical IP. Many practitioners hold advanced degrees in chemistry or have worked as research scientists in settings ranging from small startups to large, established research organizations.

That scientific grounding directly informs how the group approaches patent work. Contact us to start the conversation.

What HRFM's Pharmaceutical Practice Covers

The Pharmaceutical practice group regularly drafts and prosecutes patent applications. The group also prepares opinions on patentability, validity, non-infringement, infringement and enforceability. Our attorneys have significant experience developing and maintaining large IP portfolios for our pharmaceutical clients.

Our clients value the HRFM team's ability to assist with all aspects of patent management, including the following:

• Directing searches and conducting landscape analyses
• Identifying patentable subject matter
• Obtaining patent term extensions and assisting with Hatch-Waxman Act issues
• Conducting due diligence investigations and reports
• Filing reexaminations and reissue applications
• Drafting license agreements
• Providing litigation support

Technical Areas in HRFM's Pharmaceutical Practice

We offer targeted expertise in the following technical areas:

• Small molecule therapeutics
• Chemical processes
• Pharmaceutical formulations and delivery systems
• Diagnostics
• Combination therapy
• Immunotherapy

Partner With HRFM's Pharmaceutical Practice Group

Our attorneys understand the science behind your innovations, not simply the law that protects them. HRFM is the largest IP law firm in upstate New York, with offices in Albany and Rochester.

Contact us to discuss your pharmaceutical IP needs, or search our attorneys to find the right professional for your work.