Health Care & Life Sciences

Health care spending accounts for nearly 1/5 of U.S. GDP. With changes coming fast and furious, it has become increasingly difficult to stay afloat without a steady hand on the tiller. With one of the largest health care practices in the U.S. whose lawyers are fully committed to the industry, Alston & Bird is well-positioned to help you navigate the latest regulations, policies, and trends.

Your patients, clients, and stakeholders come first. At [Your Firm Name], we provide comprehensive legal and regulatory support to Nigeria’s health care and life sciences sector, helping clients navigate a complex and rapidly evolving landscape. Our Health Care & Life Sciences Team understands the operational, regulatory, and commercial challenges faced by hospitals, clinics, pharmaceutical companies, medical device manufacturers, biotechnology firms, and other health care providers.

We advise on all aspects of compliance, corporate governance, risk management, and strategic growth. Our multidisciplinary team works closely with clients to structure contracts, partnerships, and operational frameworks that comply with Nigerian and international health laws while minimizing legal and financial risk.

Regulatory & Compliance Support

We guide clients through the regulatory landscape, including:

  • National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) approvals and compliance for drugs, medical devices, and biologics

  • Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) regulations for medical and laboratory equipment

  • Health facility licensing and accreditation under the Federal Ministry of Health

  • Compliance with the Nigerian Health Act, including patient safety, data protection, and medical ethics

  • Anti-bribery, anti-fraud, and anti-corruption measures relevant to health care providers

Risk Management & Government Investigations

Our team advises on fraud and abuse prevention, including compliance with anti-kickback regulations and patient billing laws. We conduct internal audits and investigations to identify and address potential issues proactively, and represent clients in government investigations or enforcement actions, ensuring a swift and strategic response.

Transactional & Corporate Advisory

We support mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic alliances across the health care and life sciences sector. Our team also advises on clinical trials, research collaborations, intellectual property matters, and licensing agreements, ensuring your commercial activities are legally sound and operationally efficient.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

When disputes arise, we provide representation in medical malpractice cases, contract disputes, regulatory enforcement matters, and other civil or commercial claims. Our litigation team works to protect your interests while minimizing reputational and financial risk.

From regulatory compliance to business development, innovation, and dispute resolution, [Your Firm Name] provides health care and life sciences clients with trusted, practical, and strategic guidance to thrive in Nigeria’s dynamic health care sector.