FAQs

The Life Science Legal Strategy Summit (LSLS) is Europe’s leading forum for senior in-house counsel, private practice lawyers, regulators and industry experts to explore the most pressing legal challenges shaping the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors. Taking place over two days in Frankfurt in 2026, LSLS delivers executive-level insights, practical discussions and high-value networking across IP, regulatory, competition and corporate law to help legal professionals sharpen and future-proof their life science legal strategies.

The Life Science Legal Strategy Summit 2026 is scheduled to take place on 13–14 October 2026 at the Frankfurt Marriott Hotel.

• Holistic Keynote Discussions: European pharmaceutical reform, competition law and geopolitics reshaping legal strategy & deal-making.
• Intellectual Property Law: SPC strategies, securing patents in the AI era, and patentability updates from the EPO and UPC.
• Regulatory Law: Key changes and strategic guidance on the EU Pharma Package, the Critical Medicines Act and the EU Biotech Act.
• Competition Law: European Commission updates, divisional practice, disparagement and merger control.
• Corporate Law: AI governance, product liability and strategic considerations in life science M&A, licensing and cross-border transactions.

• Intellectual Property Law: SPC strategies, securing patents in the AI era, and patentability updates from the EPO and UPC.

• Regulatory Law: Key changes and strategic guidance on the EU Pharma Package, navigating regulatory transition periods, and the EU Biotech Act.

• Competition Law: European Commission updates, patent settlements, disparagement, and abuse of dominance issues.

• Corporate Law: Strategic considerations in life science M&A, licensing, and cross-border transactions.

• Executive-Level Panels & Workshops: Practice-led discussions on core business uncertainties and legal challenges shaping the industry.

Yes. A significant portion of the agenda is shaped by in-house speakers and real-world case studies, ensuring discussions remain practical, strategic, and commercially grounded rather than purely academic.

Sessions are highly practical, focusing on real cases, recent developments, and actionable takeaways that attendees can apply directly to current or upcoming litigation matters.

For any cancellations received in writing not less than fourteen (14) days prior to the conference, you will receive a 90% credit to be used at another Kisaco Research conference, which must occur within 14 months from the date of issuance of such credit. An administration fee of 10% of the contract fee will be retained by Kisaco Research for all permitted cancellations. No credit will be issued for any cancellations occurring within thirteen (13) days (inclusive) of the conference.

 You may substitute delegates at any time by providing at least 7 days’ notice to Kisaco Research.

See our full Cancellation Terms here.

Yes, we are committed to inclusivity. Please indicate any needs during registration or email us at events@kisacoresearch.com

The Life Science Legal Strategy Summit is designed for senior in-house counsel and legal decision-makers from pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, including originator, generic and biosimilar organisations. It is also ideal for private practice lawyers, patent attorneys, competition and regulatory specialists, corporate law experts, consultants, and legal technology and solution providers seeking to connect with industry leaders and stay ahead of strategic developments across IP, regulatory, competition and corporate law in the life sciences sector.

Absolutely. The conference is designed to maximise meaningful networking through structured networking breaks, informal discussions, and peer-to-peer conversations with senior in-house counsel, litigators, and industry experts.

Registration information can be found here.

We're excited to offer exclusive discounts for group bookings, bring 3 or more colleagues and save.

You can find more venue and plan your visit info here. 

Please be aware that this event will be filmed and photographed. By attending, you consent to the use of your image and likeness in future promotional materials, including but not limited to websites, social media, and other marketing platforms.

We are finalising the agenda at the moment, if you think you would be a good fit to speak, please email joshua.dow@kisacoresearch.com

For more information on sponsorship please view our partnerships page, and one of our team will be happy to share more information. 

Email Joshua Dow, Confrence Producer: Any agenda, speaking, or content related enquiries.

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