TMT (technology, media and telecoms)
Baker McKenzie‘s media and entertainment practice is well-known for its work advising social media giants, gaming, and interactive entertainment companies. The team has been particularly active advising clients on the implications and requirements of the Online Safety Act 2023. It has also been a go-to advisor for potential risks and uses of generative AI in games, social media, and other online content. The team is spearheaded by Ben Allgrove, who is an expert in digital media and intermediary platforms. Allgrove is also well-versed in technology regulation, content and digital commerce, IP, and AI issues, and he represents clients in digital and consumer disputes, as well as regulatory investigations. John Groom has been key to assisting clients with online safety regulations and also advises on copyright and new technologies.
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Profile
Work Department
IP, Data and Technology; Commercial
Position
Ben is a partner in Baker McKenzie's IP, Data and Technology team based in London. He is a much sought-after industry specialist, with a particular emphasis on digital media and intermediary platforms.
Ben is also Baker McKenzie's Chief Innovation Officer, in charge of the Firm's Reinvent innovation arm.
Ben's practice includes product counselling for market-leading technology companies, advising on cutting edge technology regulation issues, content and digital commerce, and acting in major digital and consumer disputes and regulatory investigations. Ben has a particular focus on advising providers of platform business models on topics including copyright, intermediary liability, artificial intelligence, content issues, data protection and emerging technology regulation.
Languages
English
Memberships
- Society for Computers & Law (SCL)
- Solicitors Association of Higher Court Advocates (SAHCA)
- Anglo-Australasian Lawyers Society (AALS)
Education
- Oxford University (2004)
- Oxford University (2003)
- University of Adelaide (2000)
- University of Adelaide (1999)
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Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'Ben Allgrove is remarkably pragmatic and innovative, consistently finding creative solutions to complex challenges.' 'The Baker McKenzie team is our go-to for all business critical matters. Its deep industry knowledge, combined with technical excellence, means it consistently delivers pragmatic and actionable advice.' 'We particularly value its exceptional responsiveness and ability to quickly grasp even the most complex scenarios, providing clear, solutions-oriented guidance that directly supports our business objectives.' 'The individuals we work with at Baker McKenzie consistently demonstrate an exceptional blend of legal acumen, commercial foresight, and client-centric dedication that truly sets them apart.' 'What makes them stand out is their ability to seamlessly integrate deep technical knowledge with an understanding of our business realities.' 'The team is so responsive and presents information in an ideal format for in-house lawyers.' 'I find that Bakers are ahead of other firms in terms of the small details - their responsiveness, regular updates and the quality of their work is always high.'
Key clients
- BBC Studios Google Hutch Games Index Ventures Inspired Entertainment Netflix Orfium Snap Inc. Sony Sovereign Films YouTube
Work highlights
Advised Snap on responding to an initial investigation and subsequent preliminary enforcement notice, issued by the Information Commissioner’s Office, in relation to alleged infringements of the UK GDPR.