Wiggin and Dana LLP

Wiggin and Dana LLP is a full-service law firm with over 160 attorneys. It has an internationally recognized practice serving biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, healthcare companies, universities, entrepreneurs, and emerging growth companies. The firm's Life Sciences Practice Group provides integrated legal services for licensing & collaborations, corporate transactions including M&A and venture capital deals in the life sciences sector. The firm has been recognized as a top 20 North American Firm for Licensing & Collaborations by LMG Life Sciences in 2024. Key partners have been individually recognized for their expertise in licensing/collaborations and venture capital within the life sciences industry. The company itself does not develop therapeutics or technologies but serves as outside counsel to those who do. Founded in Connecticut in 1934. Offices are located across Connecticut (New Haven HQ), New York City, Philadelphia PA, Washington DC., Stamford CT., Hartford CT., Palm Beach FL. Approximately 150–160 lawyers as of recent years. Clients include major corporations/institutions such as hospitals/healthcare organizations/universities/publicly traded biotech/pharma/device firms/emerging growth companies/entrepreneurs.