Amy Chandler > Pannone Corporate LLP > Manchester, England > Lawyer Profile

Praised by clients for its ‘expertise and commitment‘, the group at Pannone Corporate LLP handles a myriad of mandates, involving data processing agreements, and outsourcing projects. Additionally, the team is adept at advising on the IT and data aspects of corporate transactions, often assisting a diverse client roster of tech and application, and IT hardware providers. Practice head Amy Chandler exhibits vast and varied knowledge spanning IT outsourcing agreements, cloud computing, and data protection compliance. Andrew West is noted for his commercial expertise, often assisting cloud service providers, system developers, and resellers.

Pannone Corporate LLP acts for a lucrative client base, which notably includes Pets at Home Limited, Boohoo.com UK Limited, an Talk Talk Communications Limited. Amy Chandler and Melanie McGuirk jointly head the practice, which is noted for its expertise in the rules governing advertising and marketing, in addition to influencer agreements and merchandising matters. Chandler has broad knowledge of brand licensing and sponsorship agreements, routinely assisting venue operators, while McGuirk often represents directors and corporations in cases concerning libellous publications and defamatory allegations. Sarah Bazaraa focuses on contentious mandates, particularly in relation to brand protection, social media, and harassment.

Pannone Corporate LLP is well-known for its strong focus on the hospitality, tech and IT, and fashion retail sectors. Amy Chandler leads the team, often advising on trade mark and patent licenses, and collaboration agreements. Sarah Bazaraa is an expert in UK and community design rights disputes arising within the fashion industry, and Patricia Jones is known for her vast knowledge of tech exploitation agreements, and tech related patent disputes. Andrew West is well-versed in IP audits and joint ventures within the tech space. Former team co-lead Melanie McGuirk left for Foot Anstey in January 2025.