Simmons & Simmons hires new partner

Law firm Simmons & Simmons has expanded its Düsseldorf office with the addition of a new partner.

Ina vom Feld, a specialist in pharmaceutical law, joins from Bird & Bird, where she was a partner. She advises clients on patent law, licensing agreements and clinical trial contracts in the life sciences sector.

Hans-Hermann Aldenhoff, country head of Simmons & Simmons Germany, said: “The addition of Ina continues the substantial expansion of our German practice.”

“She is a valuable addition to our international IP practice ... With her experience she adds further value given our current offering and focus as one of our five priority sectors,” he added.