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MARQUIS

Global legal expertise.

Practical business insight.

Trusted legal partner to life sciences and technology companies, providing agile and strategic support aligned with your business reality

About

About

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Maitre Sarah Marquis Avocate

A unique blend of

extensive legal expertise

with a deep knowledge of

pharmaceutical industry

and related sectors.

 

With over 20 years of senior-level experience, including roles as Head of Legal, Compliance, IP, and Corporate Secretary, Sarah brings a rare combination of in-house and private practice in both common and civil law, including at a major international law firm in London, England.

 

Sarah has guided executive teams through critical business events, including product launches, strategic alliances, recalls, disputes, and international expansion. What sets Sarah apart is her ability to translate complex legal challenges into clear, business-aligned solutions across both innovative and generic product portfolios. Known for her integrity, responsiveness, and deep industry fluency, she is more than a legal advisor: she is a strategic partner, committed to supporting your business whenever and wherever her expertise is needed.

As the founder of Marquis Legal, she provides on-demand legal services as a fractional General Counsel, providing clients with agile access to high-level legal strategy during peak moments or when specialized expertise is required. Sarah can step-in effortlessly, as unlike traditional law firm counsel, she understands how legal issues impact day-to-day operations, timelines, and risk. 

Whether you are navigating a cross-border deal, a clinical trial agreement or a licensing negotiation, Sarah offers tailored legal strategies that integrate seamlessly with your business.

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Services

Why Choose Marquis

Life sciences

and tech expertise

 

Ability to quickly understand issues and risks, providing tailored advice 

Executive-level

legal support

15 + years leading Legal, IP

and Compliance  in life sciences companies

Commitment to excellence


Known for her integrity,  responsiveness, innovation and 
agilty

By partnering with Marquis, you will benefit from

solutions that are adapted and tailored to your business reality,

providing you with undeniable advantages.

MORE INFORMATION

Expertise

Areas of expertise

Business And Commercial Law 

  • Drafting and negotiation of commercial agreements, including:

    • licensing agreements

    • supply and distribution agreements

    • manufacturing agreements

    • services agreements

  • Mergers and acquisitions

  • Divestments and strategic alliances

  • Cross-border transactions

  • Regulatory compliance Canada, US and EU

  • International business experience (Europe, United States, South America, Asia).

Corporate Law

  • Corporate secretary functions, including:

    • board affairs

    • minute books

    • preparation of annual meeting of shareholders

  • Corporate governance

    • support on internal policies and audits

  • Corporate matters

    • confidentiality agreement

    • cessation of business

    • closing subsidiaries

Labour Law

  • Employment agreements

  • Disciplinary notices

  • Termination of employment

  • Mediation

Litigation
And Mediation

  • Accredited civil and commercial mediator

  • Management of litigation files and of external counsels (no court representations)

Intellectual Property

  • Licensing

  • Management of IP portfolios (including patents and trademarks)

Clinical Trials

  • Clinical trial agreements

  • CRO agreements

  • Agreements with sites

  • Ancillary documents with local authorities

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Key Strengths

Protecting Your Interests

Driving Your Strategic Advantage

  • Risk Management

  • Crisis Management

  • Accountability

  • Negotiation Skills

  • Strategic Thinking

  • Innovation

  • Keen business acumen

  • Global Perspective

Leading with
Influence and Integrity

  • Leadership

  • Communication Skill

  • Stakeholder Management

  • Emotional Intelligence

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Credentials

Master of Laws in Biotechnology (LL.M) Université de Montréal

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B)Université de Montréal

Intellectual Property Diploma | Nottingham Law School

Member | Barreau du Québec (2000)

Solicitor | Law Society of England & Wales (non-practising) (2006)

 Experience

  • Headed legal, compliance, and IP functions in biotech and pharma companies
     

  • Oversaw governance and board reporting as Corporate Secretary
     

  • Led international product launches, M&A and licensing, manufacturing and supply transactions
     

  • Guided companies through recalls, audits, investigations, regulatory reviews, disputes and litigations
     

  • Negotiated strategic alliances, product acquisitions, licensing and tech transfers

Let's Talk!

Book a discovery call to explore how Marquis
can support your team

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