Recognised for its breadth across advisory, contentious, and transactional mandates, Bird & Bird LLP operates at the forefront of AI-driven work, combining regulatory, IP and commercial expertise across global mandates. Practice head Toby Bond leads the group, advising on multi-jurisdictional data protection and regulatory compliance issues, AI-specific contracting, and disputes concerning copyright, database rights and trade mark infringement. The team demonstrates a clear focus on AI governance and deployment, advising on supplier due diligence, procurement frameworks and business-wide AI rollouts. Ruth Boardman advises on biometric data processing and EU AI Act compliance, while Will Bryson handles emotion recognition tools and outsourcing arrangements incorporating generative AI.
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Testimonials
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- I'm impressed with this team's deep understanding of our business and the generative AI technology. They have well-honed strategic thinking skills and understand the landscape.
- We found Will Bryson to be knowledgeable, solution-oriented, practical, not overly legal, and conscious of billing reasonably.
- Katerina Tassi has excellent communication skills and deep knowledge of Data Protection Regulations. Ben Woodfield runs a great team on tech matters.
- The team is very client-focused and professional. They stand out from other firms by their deep commitment to the client's needs. They also regularly publish and organize online seminars which help follow current developments.
Key clients
- Stability AI Ltd
- Paladin Capital Group
- Zendesk
Work highlights
Defended Stability AI in the world's first generative AI copyright trial, the first AI and copyright claim to reach a trial anywhere in the world.
Advised Paladin Capital Group on its $26.2 million Series B investment in Mimica, a process intelligence company enabling scalable, reliable AI operations.
Conducted an AI-driven review of 250 Zendesk customer contracts, using custom prompts and human oversight to ensure accuracy.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Toby Bond
Other key lawyers
Ruth Boardman; Will Bryson