Bird & Bird LLP

With experience of defending companies against AI-related copyright and trade mark infringement claims, as well as handling multi-jurisdictional M&A within the AI sphere, Bird & Bird LLP is highly regarded for its data regulatory and IP expertise. The practice displays considerable strength in advising corporations on their internal policies for the use of generative AI, in addition to complex patent filing strategies. The practice is co-headed by Toby Bond, Gabriel Voisin, Katharine Stephens, and Richard McMorris, with the quartet bringing extensive knowledge in: disputes relating to data licensing and cybersecurity issues, IP enforcement programs, and commercial rights matters to the team. Roger Bickerstaff is an expert on all aspects of technology and EU procurement law, while Will Bryson primarily focuses on licensing and maintenance agreements.