Bristows LLP > London, England > Firm Profile

‘The transaction brought in several legal disciplines. The team operated seamlessly, with all of its members fully up to speed all the way through the transaction which requires both good leadership and great communication between the team members.’

‘There was great transparency with the billing as well as a very sensible approach to billing team members’ time such that we were very happy with the cost of achieving the outcome in the context of the transaction itself.’

‘Marek Petecki is a superb lawyer, client relationship partner and team leader. We had to navigate some challenging issues which required not just legal knowledge but also valuable guidance in how best to implement the advice.’

‘Ellen Lambrix was exceptional in leading our IP advice, a fundamental part of the transaction. She concluded the negotiations around the sale effectively and efficiently. She is a joy to work with.’

‘Louise Eldridge is an excellent lawyer with a keen eye for detail, commercially astute and with an exceptional reputation for mid-market M&A.’

‘Excellent firm to deal with. Good advice, proactive and pragmatic.’

‘Louise Eldridge is outstanding. Available, proactive and pragmatic advice.’

‘Strength in depth. Everyone at Bristows provides a consistently high level of service. They are well grounded in the principles of IP law, and they are highly experienced in running litigation. Everyone is willing to muck in and work as hard as it takes to get the job done.’

‘Brian Cordery goes above and beyond to ensure good outcomes for his clients. His work ethic is second to none.’

‘Liz Cohen is understated and calm but really knows her stuff and has very sound judgment.’

‘The Bristows Life Science team is truly exceptional and delivers high quality legal work thanks to their knowledge of the law, the industry and their technical skills.’

‘Excellent regulatory knowledge from Alex Denoon. He always provides an excellent service.’

‘Great, knowledgeable, and very personable lawyers. Pragmatic and business focused advice. Very strong pharma, biotech industry, life sciences sector knowledge.’

‘Xisca Borrás and Alex Denoon are both standout lawyers. Really innovative thinkers looking for new ways to connect with and understand client needs better.’

‘The team is very knowledgeable about various aspects of the law. They are able to provide different prospective as well as guidance. They work within the client’s constraints.’

‘Marc Dautlich and Jamie Drucker have been incredible in helping with addressing GDPR issues. They are very knowledgeable about UK and EU GDPR. Not only are they diligence in their work, they are also responsive and available considering that different time zones and short deadlines. They understand their clients’ concerns and limitation and work within the law to satisfy the clients needs. Its pure pleasure to work with them knowing that they will be supportive and understandable of the clients’ positions.’

‘I appreciate the team’s willingness to make themselves available on short notice to advise on complex matters over the phone. They have a breadth of experience in our sector, including at least on former in-house lawyer. They are always willing to estimate a budget, and they stick to their estimate. I particularly appreciate their willing to provide risk-based advice.’

‘The team has a very strong industry knowledge in the technology and media sectors. They have a unique ability to bring together a best in class understanding of technology issues with a cutting edge intellectual property practice such that when these issues combine they are the go to practice.

‘Anna Cook: a market leader in technology and communication whose client focused approach and understanding of the marketplace sets her apart from the competition.

‘I had the pleasure of working with Bristows on a complex privacy and data protection legal matters and was thoroughly impressed with their expertise and professionalism. I have worked with law firms from all around the world and Bristows for sure is among the best ones. What makes Bristows practice unique is their ability to combine deep legal knowledge with a practical, business-focused approach. Their team has a wealth of experience in a range of industries, which enables them to provide tailored solutions to their clients’ legal needs.

‘The Partner Mark Watts is by far one of the best professionals I have had the opportunity to work with at a world level. His proactive and pragmatic approaches are unique in the market and allow companies to thrive in challenging times.’

‘There are two individuals that stand out. The first is the partner Mark Watts. Effortless mastery of the subject and stakeholder management. The second is the senior associate Jamie Drucker. Really skilled and knowledgeable and an all round nice guy who is always willing to help.’

‘Mark Watts is an excellent lawyer to work with. He is very practical with his advice and he adapts as necessary to the style of his clients.’

‘Our go-to external firm for complex data privacy issues. We have instructed them for a number of years and have found their service to date to be faultless.’

‘Marc Dautlich – a leading expert in the field, over a number of years Marc has helped us to navigate through multiple complex issues by providing clear, commercial advice. Jamie Drucker combines an impressive grasp of detail and technical law with a clear and pragmatic delivery style.’

‘I was thoroughly impressed with their expertise and professionalism. I have worked with law firms from all around the world and Bristows for sure is among the best ones. What makes Bristows practice unique is their ability to combine deep legal knowledge with a practical, business-focused approach.’

‘Their team has a deep understanding of the legal issues that impact these industries, which allows them to provide targeted and effective advice to me. Bristows stands out for their ability to provide tailored, practical solutions to my legal needs. I would highly recommend Bristows to anyone in need of legal services in the UK.’

‘Mark Watts is by far one of the best professionals I have had the opportunity to work with at a world level. His proactive and pragmatic approaches are unique in the market and allow companies to thrive in challenging times.’

‘Jamie Drucker and Faye Harrison are rising stars. They are able to quickly understand our legal issues and connect them with broader business concerns, and they are able to provide solutions that take these factors into account.’

‘Bristows has an extremely experienced and very well-established IP team within a full-service firm – providing excellent support to all aspects of a case.’

‘Quality is at the heart of everything Bristows does.’

‘Stand-out partners are Myles Jelf and Richard Pinckney.’

‘Myles Jelf, Richard Pinkney and James Boon are all fiercely bright and really know their stuff in respect of telecoms and high category technical litigation. They foster teams that work hard and deliver the highest and most exacting standards. Always a pleasure to work with.’

‘They are involved with most of the high-profile litigation in this area and have an impressive client base.’

‘Bristows has an exceptionally strong team of patent litigators, with excellent individuals at both at partner and associate level. In my view it remains in the top patent litigation firms in the UK.’

‘Very personal advice. Adapted to our very specific business.’

‘They always try to find the best solution to our issues.’

‘They run their cases like a boutique firm, but with the resources and strategic thinking of a larger firm. Their approach is continuously mindful of the specific needs of the case.’

‘Simon Clark has been highly accessible and efficient throughout our engagement. He consistently delivered exceptional work with minimal input required.’

‘Jeremy Blum is very creative in developing litigation strategies.’

‘Paul Jordan is both a pleasure to work with, and valued extension to our in-house team. He always has constructive, usable advice, or he can loop in the relevant person at Bristows to help. Two thumbs up.’

‘A very good team, responsive, efficient and attentive to requests. A very good personal relationship.’

‘I trust them completely to look after my clients’ best interests.’

‘Bristows works fast and smart. They really know what clients want. I can’t say enough good things.’

‘Paul Jordan is a rock star. He has assembled a tremendous business-minded team.’

‘Bristows is our go-to firm for any complex or high-value technology work. The team is accessible, responsive and incredibly knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with.’

‘Toby Crick is exceptional and highly recommended. He has a vast depth of knowledge and is commercially astute, responsive, determined and always approaches our transactions with a great sense of humour.’

‘Excellent technology strength. The team is knowledgeable and also very commercial and business-minded.’

‘Toby Crick leads a good team and is very knowledgeable. He ensures that there is a laser focus on quality and is very good with client management. He has an excellent negotiation style.’

‘Adrian Sim has a huge amount of expertise and is calm and efficient throughout our dealings. He is clearly a market expert, and he uses this experience to find great commercial solutions for his clients during negotiations.’

‘An impressive, client-focused team who bring together high quality industry knowledge and strong technical skills.’

‘Anna Cook’s status as a leader in the field of technology is well deserved. She is a very good lawyer and technically very able. But she really shines with her ability to understand, work with and deliver for her clients.’

‘Angela Fouracre is an excellent lawyer and a great team leader. She has strong client relationship skills and a very good technical understanding of the sector.’

‘The team displayed a high level of confidence in the way they handled our case.’

‘Simon Clark has been highly accessible and efficient throughout our engagement.’

‘They consistently delivered exceptional work with minimal input required.’

‘One of the UK’s leading life sciences practices. Across the firm, there is tremendous strength in depth. Great understanding of the market through acting for a wide range of clients.’

‘Matthew Warren leads the team. Matthew has played a role in almost all the knottier legal issues we have faced over almost a decade and has a wealth of knowledge both of life sciences and IP, but also the environment in which we operate. Matthew knows his stuff and is happy to think creatively.’

‘They always provide very personal advice.’

‘We appreciate the team’s resolve to always try to find THE solution that fits our issues.’

‘The depth of knowledge of the life sciences industry makes the firm the first choice for commercial work and disputes in our sector.’

‘Matthew Warren is a great person to have on your side.’

‘The team are very collaborative when approaching a number of works streams and the individuals go above and beyond to meet deadlines and resolve issues.’

‘Bristows can always be relied upon to provide high levels of expertise and their team continually give clear and precise advice, sharing professional knowledge and ‘know how’, which gives a great deal of assurance when making key decisions during a legal process.’

‘A driven team and very commercially minded when it comes to completing a transaction. The communication was excellent so both client and consultants were up to speed on the progress at all times.’

‘Bristows’ employees are knowledgeable, personable, and responsive. They are willing to be pro-active in formulating solutions to resolve disputes.’

‘They are a team of great people who come with fantastic client care and deep knowledge of real estate as well as the complexities that come with it.’

‘Suzanne Hooks stands out as a pragmatic and effective transaction closer who can unpack the complexity of real estate law.’

‘Teresa Edmund is very responsive, knowledgeable and gas good interpersonal skills. She offers practical solutions. Her long experience of working with us is invaluable.’

‘Tim Allen is friendly, approachable, and always has time for his clients. His knowledge is top notch, and he always explains the situation in a way that non-legal professionals can easily understand.’

‘I appreciate the team’s willingness to advise on complex matters over the phone. They have breadth of experience. I particularly appreciate their willing to provide risk-based advice.’

‘Paul Jordan is both a pleasure to work with, and a valued extension to our in-house team. He always has constructive, usable advice. Two thumbs up!’

‘Sean Ibbetson consistently provides clear, usable advice.’

‘I appreciate the team’s willingness to make themselves available on short notice. They have a breadth of experience in our sector.’

‘Paul Jordan is a pleasure to work with and a valued extension to our in-house team. He always has constructive, usable advice, or he can loop in the relevant person to help.’

‘Sean Ibbetson consistently provides clear advice.’

‘It is a friendly team of knowledgable people.’

‘Nellie Jackson is a strong and pragmatic lawyer.’

‘A leading data protection law team which is used by all the leading tech companies, their media team is now very well regarded and is able to provide quality advice across the full spectrum of media, publication and information law.’

‘Alex Keenlyside – clients love him and he provides calm, carefully reasoned advice on all defamation and privacy-related matters. He is equally as adept acting for major tech firms, leading companies and high-profile individuals, and has a superb feel for the intersection between defamation and data privacy claims.’

‘Alex Keenlyside is an outstanding practitioner. Calm, methodical and highly strategic, clients love him for his ability to think about the bigger picture and deliver when it matters. Would not hesitate to recommend (and indeed have recommended) him to big players in this field. An outstanding lawyer.’

‘Victoria Baron is a superb practitioner. She delivers results more often than the postie, and a real pleasure to work with. Definitely one to watch in this field.’

‘Bristows stand out from the crowd because they are tech-savvy, and understand the operation of the online media world in which modern day reputation management is centred. They punch above their weight.’

‘Alex Keenlyside is an experienced specialist in defamation and data privacy law. He is delightful to work with and has a good client manner.’

‘Victoria Baron is a very able and talented associate specialising in media law.’

‘Alex Keenlyside is excellent – measured, thoughtful and responsive.’

‘Anna Cook is a very savvy, experienced litigator with a phenomenal knowledge of the IT and software licensing sectors.’

‘Anna Cook is extremely calm, measured and clear in her advice. Protects the interests of the client at all times.’

‘Angela Fourcare is a very good lawyer, who leads a strong and likeable team that is rigorous in its approach, while always putting the client’s concerns first.

‘Robert Graham is a highly intelligent and thoughtful lawyer, who always finds the clever points.’

‘Mark Brown is particularly helpful and responsive.’

‘Mark Brown is extremely good at client handling and communications – responsive and knowledgeable.’

‘Bristows provides an excellent all-round service.’

‘Westley Walker is a very capable lawyer who is a real asset to any team.‘

‘A good depth of knowledgeable IT contract specialists.’

‘Toby Crick provides consistently excellent team and client-relationship management.’

‘Mike Edgar’s development has been a pleasure to witness.’

‘Excellent firm to deal with, pragmatic approach and good advice.’

‘Louise Eldridge is outstanding: sound pragmatic advice, supplied on a timely basis.’

‘Outstanding team, the best for innovation and IP related competition matters. Exceptional knowledge of the underlying technologies and markets. Very helpful sinergies with tech and patent teams.’

‘Pat Treacy is one of the leading figures in the UK. Sophie Lawrence is extremely knowledgeable and effective.’

‘We have worked extensively with this team, particularly Sophie Lawrance, and have found them excellent at grappling with complex issues, including novel legal issues, extensive historical facts, and complex quantum calculations. They are also very practical and commercial in their advice.’

‘Sophie is an expert in this field. There is no one that knows the facts of our case or the legal issues surrounding it as well as she does.’

‘The team is always totally on top of the detail and the logistics; well-organised, efficient and a complete pleasure to work with.’

‘Steve Smith is very commercial, knowledgeable and practical. He brings a note of calm to all situations.’

‘Matthew Hunt really knows his stuff but is also an excellent organiser who will make things run seamlessly.’

‘The team has good industry knowledge and gives practical advice.’

‘The team is focused, commercial, proactive and comprehensive. They are excellent communicators.’

‘A delight to work with. Highly knowledgeable and charming to boot.’

‘Miranda is excellent with clients and really knows her away around the tax code!’

‘The firm is particularly skilled in supporting venture-backed, high-growth, high-tech companies.’

‘The individual attorneys do a great job operating in the fast-paced environment, with the practical orientation mind-set that requires.’

‘A valued practical bridge between technical tax experts, other side advisers and in-house contacts.’

‘Julia Cockcroft – responsive and practical, whilst also mindful of the technical position.’

‘The team is personable, responsive and thoughtful.’

‘The team is user friendly, outcomes focused and sensible.’

‘Marek Petecki is considered and thoughtful, humble, engaged, creative and direct.’

‘Marek Petecki – very user friendly and all round great chap.’

‘Sam Munday is a strong associate.’

‘This team is the best employment practice I’ve worked with in over 25 years in HR. Gareth Wadley and the team are practical, pragmatic, commercial and very responsive. Their knowledge and capabilities are superior. They give the legal view of course but also cover market practice, commerciality, moral and ethical points.’

‘Gareth Wadley is exceptional and I class him (and his team) as team members rather than service providers.’

‘Lizzie Field is excellent.’