Dr. J. Jekkie Kim has joined WilmerHale as a life sciences partner in Palo Alto, California, the firm announced on Tuesday. Dr. Kim brings a wealth of experience to the role, advising life sciences companies, investors, and lenders on strategic licensing and collaboration matters. She specializes in monetizing royalties and product revenue streams, cross-border joint ventures, carve-out asset sales, and other complex commercial transactions.
In addition to her advisory role, Kim also manages life sciences matters that involve digital health and artificial intelligence, which are gaining increasing importance in the industry. Her expertise extends to assisting life sciences clients in capital markets deals, mergers and acquisitions, emerging company and venture capital matters, and debt financings.
WilmerHale’s decision to bring Kim on board represents a strategic move to strengthen its capabilities in the life sciences sector, a critical and fast-evolving area of legal practice. For more details on this significant hire, visit Bloomberg Law.