Waterfront has been ranked by Legal 500 UK for IT & Telecoms, straight in at tier 3 for 2016. They describe how our department ‘combines a high level of sector experience with exceptional responsiveness’. Special mentions go to our practice head Alison Berryman who has ‘deep expertise in all aspects of the software business’ and our ‘willing and able’ Jean-Marc Pettigrew, who became a partner in 2015.
Piers Strickland and Matthew Harris are both highlighted again as leading individuals. Particular mentions are made of ‘highly experienced litigator’ Piers Strickland who ‘combines great commercial acumen with first-rate legal skills’ and ‘approachable’ Matthew Harris, who both head up our Intellectual Property lawyers & Disputes teams.
Waterfront Solicitors are proud to offer exceptional internet and online legal advice for businesses across the UK, including app development lawyers, engineering lawyers, website guidance, digital advice and assistance from our advertising lawyers.
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