On the regulatory side, Dentons continues to advise on AI governance frameworks under the EU AI Act and similar regimes. On the transactional front, the firm combines strong procurement and project expertise with a deep understanding of investment transactions, particularly on behalf of private equity and venture capital clients. Co-chair Simon Elliott’s recent highlights include supporting government institutions, global brands, and tech companies with AI contracting and governance. Fellow co-chair Antonis Patrikios is well regarded for his expertise in data, privacy, and cybersecurity mandates.
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Testimonials
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‘Team are good, prompt, responsive, get stuff done, don't make mistakes. ’
‘Partners: Joseph Atlendorff, Joseph Collingwood, Associate: Danni Hofmeyr; all do very good work and deserve a mention.'
Key clients
- Meta
- Docebo
- John Lewis Partnership
- The AI Security Institute
- The TMRW Foundation
- Starkey Labs
- ZipRecruiter
- Thompson Reuters
- Outward VC and Cornerstone VC
- PT1
Work highlights
Appointed in 2024 as sole legal advisor to the AI Security Institute (AISI).
Advising Docebo Inc. on its terms for a new generative AI-enabled product and on the positioning under the EU AI Act of another new gen AI-powered product.
Advised Thomson Reuters, the global technology and media company, on its acquisition of Safe Sign Technologies.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Simon Elliott; Antonis Patrikios
Other key lawyers
NickGraham; Joseph Collingwood; KuanHon