Dr. Kate Hillier Joins Latham & Watkins Bay Area Offices
Dr. Kate Hillier brings extensive experience in strategic IP counseling and licensing as well as collaboration transactions for life sciences companies.
Latham & Watkins LLP is delighted to announce the return of Dr. Kate Hillier to their Bay Area offices as a partner within the Healthcare & Life Sciences Practice. Dr. Hillier represents both public and private companies in the life sciences sector, focusing on intricate licensing and collaboration transactions. Her counsel is vital for clients venturing into strategic partnerships and addressing significant intellectual property and legal concerns.
Expertise in Healthcare Transactions
Dr. Hillier leverages her extensive academic and clinical background to optimize the value of clients' technologies and products. She routinely provides guidance on strategic intellectual property licensing and collaboration agreements, along with critical transaction negotiations. Her role involves advising on various fundamental licensing matters and intricate commercial arrangements, ensuring clients secure beneficial terms in their dealings.
Support for Emerging Companies
Mark Bekheit, the Office Managing Partner at Latham's Bay Area offices, expressed enthusiasm about Hillier's return, stating, "We are thrilled to welcome Kate back to Latham. Her expertise in advising on licensing and collaboration transactions, coupled with her strategic insights, will greatly bolster our Emerging Companies & Growth Practice. This will enhance our general corporate, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory services where they interface with the intricacies of the life sciences and healthcare fields."
Commitment to Client Success
With her extensive experience, Hillier is proficient in navigating complex transactions that align with Latham's practice goals and meet client demands. John Manthei, the Global Chair of Latham's Healthcare & Life Sciences Practice, highlighted Hillier's importance: "Kate's expertise in strategic partnering and her adeptness at managing intricate transactions align perfectly with our clients' needs, reinforcing Latham's position as a go-to for healthcare and life sciences companies, as well as the top legal talents supporting them."
A Promising Future at Latham & Watkins
Dr. Hillier shared her excitement about rejoining Latham, noting, "I am thrilled to return and contribute to the firm's remarkable Healthcare & Life Sciences Practice. Latham's unparalleled global framework, comprehensive expertise in private equity, biotechnology, life sciences, and healthcare, paired with its collaborative culture, creates an ideal setting for me to continue delivering outstanding services to life sciences clients."
Before rejoining Latham, Hillier honed her skills at Cooley. She earned her JD from the University of Cambridge, specifically from Jesus College, alongside a Diploma in Legal Practice from the Oxford Institute of Legal Practice. Her pre-legal career involved working as a qualified anesthesiologist both in the UK and Australia, providing a unique perspective on the healthcare industry.
Global Reach of Latham & Watkins
Latham & Watkins operates globally as a limited liability partnership, abiding by the laws of the State of Delaware among others. They have affiliated partnerships in various countries including France, Hong Kong, Italy, Singapore, and the UK, adding further international capacity to their service offerings.
Contacts
For additional information, please contact Mark Bekheit, Office Managing Partner of Latham's Bay Area Offices, at +1.650.463.3032, or John Manthei, Global Chair of Latham's Healthcare & Life Sciences Practice, at +1.202.637.2211.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Dr. Kate Hillier?
Dr. Kate Hillier is a prominent legal expert in strategic IP counseling and licensing within the life sciences sector.
What role does Dr. Hillier have at Latham & Watkins?
She rejoined as a partner in the Healthcare & Life Sciences Practice, advising on licensing and collaboration transactions.
What is the focus of Latham & Watkins' Healthcare & Life Sciences Practice?
The practice focuses on supporting life sciences companies with legal guidance in complex licensing, strategic partnerships, and regulatory compliance.
What is Dr. Hillier's background?
Dr. Hillier has a rich background in both clinical and legal fields, having previously qualified as an anesthesiologist before transitioning to law.
How does Latham & Watkins operate globally?
The firm operates as a limited liability partnership with collaborations in various countries, enhancing their international service capabilities.
