Focusing on the technology and life sciences segments, Mishcon de Reya LLP is a port of call for start-ups and investors, with the team’s repertoire extending to advice on M&A on the corporate side and support with licensing and IP issues on the commercial domain. The practice is jointly steered by investment expert Nicola McConville, a key contact for university spin-outs, and Hugh Tebay, who is proficient across the full range of commercial contracts with a specialism in IP rights. Attilio Leccisotti is another name to note.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Despite being a large firm, they understand the Oxford market very well.’ 
- ‘Nicola McConville is deeply connected to the Oxford ecosystem.' 
- ‘Responsiveness and expertise.’ 
- ‘Awesome team.’ 
- ‘Dedicated folks.’ 
- 'Hugh Tebay has been consistently good in my dealings with him. Quick to advise us to cut a deal when appropriate.' 
Key clients
- Adsilico Limited
- Cambridge Future Tech Ltd
- Definigen Limited
- Downforce Technologies Limited
- Founders of Oxford Semantic Technologies Limited
- Brill Power Ltd
- Nanosyrinx
- Fluorok
- Lola Cars Ltd / Lola Formula E Ltd
- Perpetual Atomics Ltd
- FAM Studio
- Cambridge Touch Technologies Limited
Work highlights
Advised the founders of Oxford University spin-out Oxford Semantic Technologies on its sale to Samsung Electronics.
Advised Lola Cars and its Formula E racing team, Lola Formula E Team Limited, a new entrant in the Formula E Championship, in relation to various contracts relating to the manufacture and supply of Formula E Cars and car parts, and the related supply of services.
Advised Perpetual Atomics Limited, a University of Leicester spin-out, on its investment by Crystal Reef Limited, a sustainable energy solutions company.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Nicola McConville; Hugh Tebay
Other key lawyers
Attilio Leccisotti; Kunal Sankhla
