Dorothy Agnew > Moore Barlow > Southampton, England > Lawyer Profile

Moore Barlow advises companies in life sciences and technology on all aspects of their IP. Additionally, practice head John Warchus handles disputes as well as counselling clients on matters pertaining to innovation and research and development. Another specialist in this area is Dorothy Agnew, who specializes in the intersection of IP and IT, advising on copyright, licensing, and data rights.

Moore Barlow is adding a growing Fintech and AI offering to its IT practice, including software development and outsourcing, licensing, and data analytics. Former litigator turned contractual lawyer, department head John Warchus advises on agreements relating to IT and IP. Dorothy Agnew operates on the cutting-edge of technology, focusing on contractual structures for new to market technologies, with particular expertise in telematics and electronic tracking technologies. They have recently been joined by Quintin Farley from Herrington Carmichael LLP, who broadens the firm’s contractual and data protection offering.

With lawyers boasting broad experience in the full spectrum of corporate and commercial work, Moore Barlow is well placed to act for its broad client base of owner-managed businesses, SMEs, entrepreneurs, private equity houses, and more, with particularly strong presence in the IT and technology, education, and charity sectors. John Warchus leads the commercial team from London, and Jeremy Over heads up the corporate team, where he has niche expertise in buy and build strategies and management buyouts. Roger Bailey is well regarded for his work in private equity, capital markets, and banking transactions, while David Bright handles major transactions, in particular for clients in the telecoms sector. Dorothy Agnew (commercial), Peter Jeffery (corporate), and Thomas Clark (corporate) are key contacts for clients in IT, telecoms, and technology. Kirsty Bowyer, newly promoted to senior associate, is also recommended.