Michael E. Larner

Known for his pragmatic approach and strategic foresight, Michael’s experience spans a wide range of industries, including life sciences, information technology, and education. He regularly works with clients on innovative technologies, including technology licensing and development agreements, cloud computing transactions, outsourcing relationships, collaborations, and content licensing.

In the life sciences industry, Michael helps companies successfully commercialize their products, with a focus on new product launches, digital health, and cell and gene therapies. Pharma and biotech manufacturers turn to Michael to establish their distribution channel, where he advises on agreements with third-party logistics providers, specialty pharmacies and specialty distributors. He also structures complex outsourced services relationships needed for a successful product launch. His experience with both startup and established manufacturers provides a foundation for efficient, insightful, and creative solutions.

Michael understands the technology sector and is a trusted advisor to both emerging and established enterprises. He is a respected leader on open source software issues, evaluating open source licensing strategies, assessing the risks of using open source software, and drafting policies to manage this risk. He also frequently counsels clients on their online presence, as well as advising on transactional, data security, AI, social media, and IP issues.

In the education sector, Michael assists universities, testing providers, and other education clients with distance learning initiatives, business process outsourcing and structuring, and negotiating complex software licensing and services deals.