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Information Technology - London (Bar)

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

8 New Square is widely recognised for its strength in the information technology space, and its members regularly leverage their extensive knowledge of intellectual property in the IT sphere into cases involving patent infringement, FRAND licensing and other issues. Their clients include major software providers and corporate entities, and they have a particularly large footprint in the telecoms industry. Barristers from this set recently acted in Getty Images v Stability AI, which looked at copyright and database right infringement, trade mark infringement and passing off in relation to the AI model known as Stable Diffusion. An interviewee highlights the chambers as having "leading legal and technical expertise."

Ben Newham is the chambers director.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Jaani Riordan
2
Jaani Riordan
2
Band 2

Jaani Riordan is a well-established junior with substantial experience in contentious IT and telecommunications cases. He focuses his practice on technically complex matters such as online fraud and cybersecurity, software and FRAND patent licensing, and failed IT projects.

Jaani is one of a kind. He is incredibly intelligent and has a deep understanding of technical issues in computer software development and coding systems. He is all over the detail.

Jaani is bright, hardworking and brings value to case.

Jaani is first rate.

Adrian Speck
3
Adrian Speck
3
Band 3

Adrian Speck KC is commended for his mature and intelligent handling of cases concerning technology patent licensing, telecommunications and media production. He frequently appears in appellate matters.

He is a good IP lawyer.

Adrian is very good.

Jonathan Hill
3
Jonathan Hill
3
Band 3

Jonathan Hill's work in this field mainly focuses on handling the IP aspects of IT cases, and he is particularly highly regarded for disputes concerning copyright matters and alleged breaches of licensing agreements. He is applauded for his effective communication style and attention to detail.

Ranked Barristers at
8 New Square

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Silks (KC)

London (Bar)

Information Technology

Adrian Speck KC
3
Adrian Speck KC
3
Band 3

Juniors

London (Bar)

Information Technology

Jaani Riordan
2
Jaani Riordan
2
Band 2
Jonathan Hill
3
Jonathan Hill
3
Band 3