Adam Rose > Mishcon de Reya LLP > London, England > Lawyer Profile

The technology group at Mishcon de Reya LLP houses specialists in key areas such as data protection, cyber security and data science. The firm’s client roster ranges from Fortune 500 multinationals to owner-managed businesses, handling commercial and compliance matters. Experienced litigator Jeremy Hertzog, who focuses on trade secrets, as well as IP and contract disputes, jointly leads the team alongside Adam Rose, who advises on IT and commercial contracts. Simon Leaf acts for both customers and suppliers, while Ashley Winton advises on digital transformation mandates.

The ‘tactically astute‘ team at Mishcon de Reya LLP handles the full spectrum of personal and non-personal data issues with an emphasis on regulatory investigations and high-stakes litigation. ‘Master tactician‘ Adam Rose  heads the team and has extensive experience acting in high-profile data protection and freedom of information litigation, representing both corporates and individuals from the technology, gaming, real estate, and financial services sectors. Working alongside him is Ashley Winton, recommended for his expertise in international data transfers and binding corporate rules. The ‘commercially sensible‘ Jon Baines supports the team on contentious and non-contentious GDPR compliance matters, while  Stuart McMaster takes point on compliance and regulatory mandates for clients in the betting and gaming sector.

Mishcon de Reya LLP has a strong TMT offering and works on a range of complex matters such as advising blockchain platforms on both transactional and contentious issues. The practice is headed by Jeremy Hertzog , who specialises in protecting and enforcing IP rights in addition to being involved in numerous ad hoc arbitrations. Adam Rose acts for both suppliers and licensees of IT systems while Sally Britton focuses on strategic portfolio management. Ashley Winton advises extensively on digital transformation and use of cloud services.

Steered by media practice head Lewis Cohen, Mishcon de Reya LLP works with a number of leading broadcasters, production companies, and other film and television industry players on a range of corporate, commercial, and IP-intensive matters. Other key names include Adam Rose, a highly experienced commercial partner, and David Rose, who regularly works with clients on the protection and enforement of IP rights.

Beyond the department’s strength in the manufacturing sector, Mishcon de Reya LLP have been under instruction from a wide range of large sector players regarding contractual work, with big-ticket mandates including PR services, influencer, and supply chain arrangements, as well as large scale commercialisation agreements pertaining to the use of retail park space. Group head Lewis Cohen has a wide-reaching practice, with particular acumen in manufacturing, supply and distribution agreements, whereas Adam Rose is noted for his ability to cover a range of real estate contractual issues. Simon Leaf is also recommended for his experience working with asset managers and investment funds, while the merger at the start of the year with Taylor Vinters has seen the arrival of a number of associates which have bolstered the team’s bench.

Lewis Cohen leads the franchising group at Mishcon de Reya LLP, which assists franchisors and significant international multi-brand franchisees with international transactions. The team assists a varied client base of hotel owners, retailers, and restaurant owners. In January 2023, the firm merged with Mishcon de Reya LLP, bolstering the team’s franchising expertise with the addition of Hugh Tebay. Commercial partner Adam Rose advises clients on licensing and franchising agreements, and associate Olivia Bowden supports clients in the leisure and hospitality sectors on the termination and re-negotiation of franchise agreements.