Basic contract law issues e.g.:
• Privity
• Consideration
• Warranties and indemnities
• Limits on liability
• Competition law
• Termination
• Assignment, subcontracting and change of control
• Dispute resolution
Different types of contract for life science companies ie:
• Assignments
• Confidentiality agreements
• Materials evaluation agreements
• Licences in and out
• R&D contracts
• Manufacturing and process development
• Distribution and agency
• Terms of purchase and supply
• Industry specific contracts e.g. website terms, software, tissue banking, clinical trials
Practical points e.g.:
• Data privacy
• Perils and pitfalls in contract drafting
• Using standard form contracts
• Negotiating strategy and relationship management
• National considerations
• When to involve professional advisors
This training course is provided by Marks & Clerk and is free to attend.
