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    Fertility, Reproductive Medicine, Sexual Health & Wellness

    Advances in reproductive medicine, fertility, and sexual health services have created an array of new possibilities for consumers and providers alike. We partner with innovators, investors, and clinicians to leverage opportunities in this rapidly growing space.

    Overview

    There has been a dynamic shift in the reproductive medicine industry in recent years, with the market showing no indications of slowing down. With new and innovative products and services, including direct-to-consumer diagnostic testing, cryobanking services related to sperm and ova preservation, and cutting-edge assisted reproductive technology (ART) services, companies are succeeding at giving patients and consumers more options than ever when evaluating fertility needs and planning for the future. We understand our clients’ unique needs and have the experience to handle matters ranging from regulatory and corporate structuring advice to capital raising and litigation issues. Our team knows your industry, with a deep bench of highly qualified attorneys ready to partner with you.

    Representative Experience

    • Acting as general counsel to fertility clinics and physician practices on issues including: forming a network of fertility practices; advising on dispensing of pharmaceuticals and negotiating cryobank agreements for egg storage; following state and federal guidance on seeking patient authorization, HIPAA, and information blocking; securing licensing and certifications; addressing privacy breaches, drug diversion, and government investigations including the DEA and FDA; arranging for the disposition of stored tissue and the dissolution of the IVF practice
    • Representing investors and private equity firms in capital investments in fertility and women’s health practices
    • Representing a pharmaceutical company in its investments in research and development of labs that develop infertility treatments, and developing its affiliations with existing IVF and alternative therapies (acupuncture, cupping therapy)
    • Working with startup entities and emerging companies focused on men’s health, cryobanking, Y-combinators, online prescriptions and products for birth control, and assisting organizations in compliance, transactions, trade secrets, IP, employment, GDPR, and HIPAA matters
    • Collaborating with pharmaceutical companies, manufacturers, and clinical laboratories on a variety of matters such as prescription litigation, negligence claims with respect to paternity and drug testing, product liability matters involving fertility drugs, patent prosecution, counseling for pharmaceutical products to improve sexual health, and non-compete agreements relating to high-tech personalized care
    • Working with universities, including research and technology transfer offices, regarding drafting, prosecuting, and protecting patents focused on microscopy techniques for selecting metabolically healthy eggs, sperm, and embryos, along with mitochondrial disease in the context of IVF and ART

    Recognition

    • Named as a leading firm in Healthcare by Chambers USA in 2021; 31 healthcare lawyers ranked
    • Ranked Tier 1 nationally for Healthcare Law by U.S. News—Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” in 2021 and in consecutive years prior; named “Law Firm of the Year” in Healthcare Law by U.S. News—Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” in 2016; 31 healthcare lawyers ranked 
    • Recognized as a top law firm in Healthcare by the American Bar Association’s Health Law Section
    • Ranked nationally as one of the largest healthcare firms by Modern Healthcare

    Our Team

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    • Jill H. Gordon

      Partner / Co-chair, Life Sciences Practice / Strategic Impact Partner
      • Los Angeles
      • Office:213.629.6175
      • jgordon@nixonpeabody.com
      Jill H. Gordon
    • Michele A. Masucci

      Partner
      • Long Island
      • Office:516.832.7573
      • mmasucci@nixonpeabody.com
      Michele A. Masucci
    • April E. Schweitzer

      Partner
      • Chicago
      • Office:312.977.4365
      • aeschweitzer@nixonpeabody.com
      April E. Schweitzer
    • Rebecca Simone

      Partner
      • Long Island
      • Office:516.832.7524
      • rsimone@nixonpeabody.com
      Rebecca Simone
    • Alexandra Busto

      Associate
      • Los Angeles
      • Office:213.629.6146
      • abusto@nixonpeabody.com
      Alexandra Busto
    • Julia E. Cassidy

      Associate
      • New York
      • Office:212.940.3137
      • jcassidy@nixonpeabody.com
      Julia E. Cassidy
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