Bridging Innovation and Life Sciences Law
Welcome to Saphan Pont Law
Legal strategy, ethics, and innovation from bench to bedside
Why Saphan Pont Law ?
The name Saphan Pont draws from Thai (สะพาน) and French, meaning bridge. We bridge law and life sciences innovation across borders, disciplines, and cultures, with an in-house counsel perspective and business-first guidance.
Efficient Solutions
In-house counsel perspective without traditional law firm overhead. Flexible, predictable pricing designed for life sciences companies
Global Network
Strategic partnerships across the US and EU. Seamless follow-the-sun coverage with continuous legal support
Deep Expertise
30+ years navigating FDA, EMA, ICH-GCP, HIPAA, and GDPR. Former Harvard Medical School attorney with institutional credibility.
Our Services
Comprehensive legal solutions for life sciences companies at every stage of development—from emerging biotech to established pharmaceutical firms.
Life Sciences Contracts
Expert drafting and negotiation of contracts across the full therapeutic development lifecycle, aligned with FDA/EMEA, ICH-GCP, HIPAA, and GDPR compliance.
Strategic Consulting
Regulatory and operational consulting services leveraging deep expertise in clinical research—offered as consulting engagement, not legal representation.
Clinical Trial Coverage & Billing
Transform your protocol and informed consent into activated studies with clear budgeting and Coverage Analysis before amendments become necessary.
Medicare Coverage Analysis
Defensible Medicare Coverage Analyses grounded in governing authorities—know exactly what can be billed to insurance versus sponsor before finalizing your budget.
Meet the Founder
Sabune Joane Winkler
J.D., Principal & Founder
Sabune is a U.S.-trained life sciences attorney, entrepreneur, and clinical operations strategist with three decades of experience navigating complex regulatory pathways in research and therapeutic development.
A Harvard Medical School Bioethics Fellow and former Harvard Medical School attorney, she has served leading institutions including Beth Israel Deaconess, Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women's Hospital, and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
Harvard Medical School Bioethics Fellow & Former Hospital Attorney
Architected the national SMART IRB Initiative (adopted by 1,400+ institutions)
Negotiated 1000+ agreements across 40+ countries
Advancing Ethical Research
Advisor to Liberia's National Research Ethics Board and engaged with the DRC government. Promoting highest ethical standards in research across Africa.
Shaping Psychedelic Law
Founding member of the Psychedelic Bar Association. Contributing to legal frameworks for an emerging therapeutic sector.
The Saphan Pont Bridge Program
Building the next generation of life sciences legal professionals. We mentor high school, college, and law students from underrepresented backgrounds.
Securing Safety for Immigrants
Pro bono support in complex asylum matters, collaborating with immigration attorneys to protect vulnerable individuals fleeing persecution.
Trusted by Leading Organizations
Strategic partnerships that extend our reach
Ready to Bridge Your Legal Challenges?
Whether you need ongoing legal support, specialized guidance on a specific project, or strategic counsel navigating complex regulatory landscapes, we're here to help.
sabune@saphanpont.com | Cambridge, Massachusetts