Information Technology
UK Bar Guide 2025 : London (Bar)
Band 2
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11 South Square offers great depth of expertise in IT and telecoms-related intellectual property matters, and is consistently recognised as one of the top IP chambers. Its tenants are sought out by major technology companies and corporate clients for some of their most substantial patent disputes, and barristers from the set have excellent knowledge of FRAND licensing matters. Recent highlights include the representation of LzLabs against IBM in the High Court. IBM accused LzLabs of intellectual property infringement and claimed that the company wanted to steal and copy trade secrets.
Ashley Carr is the senior clerk.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"A set you can trust and one that has a very responsive clerking team."
"A set you can trust and one that has a very responsive clerking team."
Notable Practitioners
Brian Nicholson KC is a highly regarded silk who has particular strength in handling patent and trade mark disputes. He is especially valued by technology clients as he has both commercial awareness and a comprehensive understanding of the technical aspects of his cases. He is particularly noted for his work in telecommunications, where his prior industry experience serves him well.
"I love working with Brian. He is very hands-on and he is very good at managing complex cases. He cuts through the noise and deals with the various concerns very well. He is top-notch."
Mark Vanhegan KC has a broad practice covering the technology aspects of patent, telecommunications and media law. He is also an experienced mediator and arbitrator who draws on his strong technical knowledge to aid resolution. His client list includes household-name technology companies and visual entertainment studios.
"Very bright, very easy to work with and someone who provides excellent practical advice."
Michael Silverleaf KC handles the most complex aspects of both IT and IP law, and is able to advise clients on the commercial and technical considerations of cases including software licensing disputes. He also acts as a mediator and is an expert in strongly contested patent disputes.
"Vastly experienced and extremely reliable, Michael is highly proficient and good to work with."
"Charming, creative and direct in his advice, he has a lot of respect in the market."