Intellectual property is at the forefront of technology, which means that IP disputes are often at the cutting-edge of legal developments. Our litigators are experienced in dealing with contemporary and complex legal issues through the courts, intellectual property offices and arbitration. We handle disputes in all forms of intellectual property...

We provide a full range of dispute resolution services for pension schemes, corporate clients and pension providers in the UK. Our extensive experience of handling major disputes means that our lawyers don’t just have a clear understanding of the legal and regulatory framework for pension schemes; they understand the commercial...

The damage that a highly-publicised employment claim can cause to the goodwill of a business should never be underestimated. Our specialist employment team can help you manage, and ultimately avoid, high-risk employment claims. We can help you avoid executive and shareholder embarrassment, potential negative effects on recruitment and retention, potential...

Efficient, cost effective procurement processes and supply chain management are crucial to many businesses. We have extensive expertise across the relevant legal issues: bespoke high value procurements, warehousing and logistics, drafting appropriate standard terms for high volume repeat purchases, advising on the application of regulatory regimes, from environmental regulations to...

To make your IP work as hard as possible for your business, you need the very best advice when you develop and exploit it – whether that involves partnering, acquisition or licensing. Our IP specialists ensure that you secure the rights you need to develop your business and extract maximum...

We have a strong real estate sector team operating on an international basis - with corporate lawyers who are dedicated to real estate transactions. Our experience, understanding and enthusiasm for the real estate sector enable us to work with our clients in an intelligent and practical way. We work seamlessly...

International business face increasingly complex tax challenges Dealing with the tax authorities in one country can be difficult enough. But, when businesses expand internationally, the tax issues can multiply. And cross-border transactions and arrangements can give rise to a multitude of complex tax issues – with many evolving in tandem...

Specialist advice for PPP/PFI arrangements and handbacks Public sector entities require procurements to be economic, expeditious and efficient; funders focus on preserving future income streams, while making sure that borrowers adopt sensible risk-transfer strategies; and the supply chain looks for contract revenue on reasonable commercial terms. Our lawyers understand all...

Private equity investment is all about long-term return, so structuring the investment terms to achieve that outcome is vital. Our specialist team of private equity lawyers provides results-focused advice throughout the investment lifecycle, from deal structuring to exit. We advise on all aspects of an investment, including setting up new...

We help organisations in the UK and globally operate modern flexible workforces. In this era of increased global interest in progressive and ever-changing styles of workforce and contract labour, we are experts on managing labour law, tax and regulatory risk. We regularly support clients on international staffing, managed service provision...