DLA Piper‘s intellectual property team is ’approachable and helpful’, with expertise in transactions and licensing work, particularly transactions with database and software elements. Artificial intelligence is another strength of the practice, particularly issues linked to deploying innovative technologies, as well as trade mark clearance and filing work. Richard Taylor leads the practice that is commended for its ‘practical and commercial advice’. Kate Black, Eleanor Swyer, and Marthinus Prinsloo are noted.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team are very approachable and helpful. They take the time to listen and really understand the question that is being asked and then provide tailored advice that is easy to understand.’

  • ‘Richard Taylor and Kate Black have been very helpful and knowledgeable. They provide practical and commercial advice, taking time to understand the unique aspects of what we do.'

Key clients

  • Anthony Nolan Trust
  • Elgin Energy Es Co Ltd

Work highlights

Instructed by the Anthony Nolan Trust to draft its template Master Services Agreement and Service Level Agreements for recipients of the cells/tissue.

Lawyers

Leading partners

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Practice head

Richard Taylor

Other key lawyers

Kate Black; Eleanor Swyer; Marthinus Prinsloo