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