Biotechnology

Biotechnology is the use of living things in engineering, technology, medicine, and other useful applications. Biotechnology is used in different sectors such as Agriculture, Environment, Healthcare, and Industry. It is used in plant breeding, developing genes in plants, creating nutritional value of fruits and vegetables, manufacturing vaccines and medicines, etc. Biotechnology is one of the dominant industries of the 21st century and it has witnessed constant growth due to advancements in technology and innovations. The biotechnology group at Astrea comprised of highly efficient lawyers with a holistic understanding of the interrelated technologies and systems involved and adopted in biotechnological inventions, counsel, and advise the client in various legal aspects from inception till production and at all the subsequent stages. Astrea assists various biotech companies in carrying out several contract services like Research and Development, Clinical trials, and Manufacturing.

The biotechnology team at Astrea also affects patent, trademark, and other filings, and direct oppositions, cancellations, and litigation matters associated with this industry.

We at Astrea help clients to develop and implement litigation strategies designed to maximize their place and sustain market competition and thereafter maximize their place in the global market. Our services in this industry include

>  Negotiation

> Drafting licensing agreements, technology-driven agreements as well as agreements for strategic alliances, partnerships, and joint ventures.

>  Advise on statutory and regulatory requirements

> Intellectual property litigation and opinions

> Due diligence

> Mergers & Acquisitions

> Collaborations, R&D partnerships, and consultation

> Venture capital financing

> Marketing Compliance

> Liaison Office in India

> Agency or distributor agreements