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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‘Despite being a large firm, they understand the Oxford market very well.’
‘Nicola McConville is deeply connected to the Oxford ecosystem.'
Key clients
- Adsilico Limited
- Cambridge Future Tech Ltd
Work highlights
Advised the founders of Oxford University spin-out Oxford Semantic Technologies on its sale to Samsung Electronics.
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