LAWYER PROFILE

David Ives

UK 2026

Slaughter and May

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Information Technology & Outsourcing

London (Firms)

4 years ranked

Intellectual Property

London (Firms)

16 years ranked

About

Provided by Slaughter and May

Practice Areas

Intellectual Property

Information Technology

Strategic Sourcing

Commercial Contracts

Sport

Cyber

Career

David’s practice covers Intellectual Property, Technology, Outsourcing, and Sport. He is the firm’s Head of Intellectual Property and advises on IP protection, exploitation and enforcement, including a particular focus on franchising and sponsorship agreements. David also advises on strategic technology, telecoms and business process sourcing and on software licensing and development agreements, and is an active member of the firm’s Commercial Contracts advisory team.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Information Technology & Outsourcing - London (Firms)

Band 4

Individual Editorial

David Ives leads the IP and technology group and is well versed in business and IT outsourcing work. He acts for both public and private sector clients.

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Intellectual Property - London (Firms)

Band 4

Individual Editorial

David Ives leads the firm's IP and technology practice stream and is recommended for all manner of IP licensing arrangements. He receives regular instructions from household-name brands for international portfolio management and disputes.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

He is excellent.
Information Technology & OutsourcingChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
David Ives is an excellent IP lawyer who runs a very very sleek team. The team he has built has consistency and high quality in terms of drafting and attention to detail.
Intellectual PropertyChambers Guide to the Legal Profession