Known for its strengths in copyright and regulatory policy, the team at Wiggin LLP demonstrates a clear focus on AI-related IP disputes and data-driven mandates. Practice heads Rachel Alexander and Ted Shapiro lead the group, with Alexander advising on pre-litigation strategy concerning copyright infringement, deepfake misuse and the licensing of content for AI model training. Shapiro contributes expertise in publisher rights, collective licensing frameworks and EU AI Act policy engagement. The practice is particularly active in transactional and advisory work, including data-sharing agreements for AI training, content licensing and compliance for AI-powered services. Recurring mandates centre on the intersection of copyright, data protection and AI regulation.
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Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Key clients
- Boon Global
- CCP Games
- Eyes of AI
- I-PTC
- Outlier Ventures
- Publishers’ Licensing Services
- Sage Group
- SardineAI
Work highlights
Advised SardineAI on UK regulatory frameworks for its products and on key commercial contracts with UK/EU customers and partners, including data protection compliance.
Practice head
Rachel Alexander; Ted Shapiro