Industry focus
Considered a go-to firm for clients in the artificial intelligence, gaming and software sectors, Mishcon de Reya LLP is equipped to advise on a wide array of matters, under the supervision of newly appointed department head James Boyle. Boyle is particularly impressive in data sharing projects and multi-jurisdictional compliance matters. Adam Rose is often called upon to assist with investigations brought forward by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). In July 2024, Robert Griffiths joined the team from Deloitte Legal, and Ashley Winton left the firm in the following September.
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Position
Adam is a Commercial Partner in the Corporate department, with over 25 years' experience, specialising in advising clients on IT and commercial contracts, including franchising, agency, distribution and terms of business.
He advises clients across a number of sectors, but in particular, those in real estate, publishing and broadcasting, financial services and retail and leisure, including hotels and restaurants.
Adam is an expert in data protection and freedom of information law, where he advises corporates and individuals on all aspects of the law.
Adam is the International Development Partner at Mishcon de Reya. His primary objective is to ensure the firm consistently delivers the best advice to its clients and to gain the trust of clients and lawyers from around the world. He works closely with the partners appointed as leaders for each international region to closely monitor the overseas service the Firm provides, the expansion of its client-base and how it is delivering against its strategy.
Career
Partner, Mishcon de Reya LLP; Partner, Berwin Leighton Paisner LLP; Solicitor, Berwin Leighton Paisner LLP; Articled Clerk, Berwin Leighton Paisner LLP
Languages
Portuguese.
Memberships
Brazilian Chamber of Commerce in Britain; Lex Anglo-Brasil (vice-chair)
Education
Open University (PPE); LSE (LLM (IP and IT Law)); College of Law (Law Society Finals Examination); Manchester University (BA (Hons) Accounting and Law)
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Testimonials
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- 'What really stands out is how well they understand the nuances of working in the charity and health research space.' 'Their support has spanned a wide range of areas — from data sharing and DPIAs, to complex contract reviews and navigating regulatory risks.' 'There’s a real sense of collaboration with the team. They listen carefully, are incredibly responsive, and always make time to talk things through when needed.' 'James Boyle has provided steady, strategic oversight that’s been reassuring, particularly when we’ve been navigating sensitive or high-stakes issues.' 'The Mishcon team spends time learning and understanding our business, which enables them to provide more practical and on-point legal advice.' 'They truly dive in and become an extension of my legal team. This provides a much higher level of service with clear and effective counselling on data protection and privacy matters.' 'James Boyle and his team have great experience in the international arena such that I can rely on him and his team to ensure our global business is on-side in respect of data privacy and protection matters.' 'James Boyle is exceptional and is always such a pleasure to work with and always on hand to deliver sensible well well-thought-out out dynamic and commercial advice.'
Key clients
- AccurX Ltd Alzheimer's Research Localised, Inc. Sapia.ai Epic Games, Inc. Playtika Ltd. RealVNC Wayve Technologies Ltd
Work highlights
Acting for an individual in complaints against HMRC relating to breach of her data protection rights in relation to the UK FATCA regime.