Dispute resolution
Simmons & Simmons is widely recognised as a leading adviser in the AI space, with a strong track record across complex regulatory, governance, transactional, and contentious mandates. Areas of particular strength include AI regulation, especially in relation to the EU AI Act, AI governance, transactional support and licensing, and disputes, including regulatory investigations and litigation. Team head Minesh Tanna’s strong market standing is reflected in his work advising the UK Government and other high-profile clients on the full spectrum of AI legal, regulatory, and governance matters. A Solicitor Advocate, William Dunning is a key name for contentious AI regulatory mandates.
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Disputes and Investigations
Position
William is a managing associate in the firm’s Disputes & Investigations group in London. He routinely advises major corporations on disputes across a range of sectors and on global AI regulatory compliance affairs.
William is an expert in AI law and regulation and is ranked by Legal 500 as a Leading Associate for Artificial Intelligence, as well as being listed as a key lawyer for Commercial Litigation: Premium. William has written extensively on legal issues relating to AI, including contributing chapters to leading AI law books. He also speaks regularly on AI law at industry events and educational institutions.
William is also a member of the firm’s Cross-Border Arbitration Group and has experience advising and representing clients in arbitration under the LCIA, ICC, HKIAC and UNCITRAL rules, as well as in various arbitration-related court applications. He is a member of the LCIA and a qualified Solicitor Advocate (Higher Rights Civil).
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Testimonials
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‘Simmons has built a market leading team in AI in a very short period of time. With a growing number of partners and associates in both London and Brussels, they are now well placed to service some of the world's largest clients on AI regulation.'
‘Minesh Tanna is a titan in the industry. He is among the most experienced AI lawyers in the country and sits on numerous committees and bodies on AI.'
‘The team have been consistently ahead of the curve in terms of AI advice and expertise. At the heart of this has been partner Minesh Tanna.’
‘Minesh has deep understanding of the law and our business, but he also understands the technology just as well.'
Key clients
- UK Government
- PIMCO
- UK Government
- PIMCO
Work highlights
Advised the UK Government Home Office on UK criminal law offences in the context of AI.
Advised PIMCO on various AI-related matters, such as EU AI Act compliance, their internal use of third-party AI-powered systems, and data protection documentation.