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Wiggin LLP Offices

Wiggin LLP
9TH FLOOR, MET BUILDING
22 PERCY STREET
LONDON
W1T 2BU
England
Visit website 020 7612 9612 01242 224223

Mark Deem

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Position

Mark is a solicitor-advocate and thought leader in the digital and technology sector.

 “I am passionate about working with my clients to protect their assets and supporting them in realising their goals at critical times in their commercial lives.  I pride myself on finding creative solutions and make a point of getting to know and understand what is important to my clients and – perhaps crucially – what is not.

My practice focuses on helping optimisers and adopters of technology products and services, and disruptors using cutting-edge digital and technology solutions.

My recent book, AI on Trial (pub. Bloomsbury Professional) explores the present status of artificial intelligence and proposes a Manifesto for Responsible AI, a blueprint for any ethical, legal and regulatory framework for this transformative technology.  I am also the editor of the Global Data Review Guide to Data as a Critical Asset.

I’ve conducted litigation in all commercial divisions of the English High Court, Court of Appeal, Supreme Court and Court of Justice of the EU; represented clients in international arbitration proceedings under the rules of the ICC, LCIA RIDR and IFTA; and have a broad experience of mediation and other dispute resolution mechanisms.  Clients value my strategic advice and ability to manage exposure to the risk and cost of commercial disputes through innovative use of funding arrangements.

Away from work I live with my family in rural Cambridgeshire and enjoy playing piano, clarinet and saxophone, and performing in various ensembles.”

Mark is a widely regarded practitioner and is recognised as a “leading lawyer” and “highly rated adviser” by the main directories.

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London > TMT (technology, media and telecoms) > IT and telecoms

Praised as ‘responsive and knowledgeable’, Wiggin LLP is well-regarded for its commercial contract, infrastructure services agreement, and regulatory compliance capabilites. With over two decades of experience, Gordon Moir is knowledgeable of competition law surrounding telecommunications, and Marcus Bagnall handles crypto-based payment services, NFT developments, and token classification. Mark Deem’s broad expertise encompasses data privacy, FinTech, and technology disputes, while Siobhan Lewis  is well versed in digital infrastructure.

London > TMT (technology, media and telecoms) > Artificial intelligence

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Mark Deem – Wiggin LLP

With AI experience spanning the film, gaming, and music industries, Wiggin LLP actively blends ‘deep legal expertise’ and ‘genuine proficiency in AI technology’ when advising domestic and international clients on complex copyright issues and global regulatory compliance measures. The team covers the gamut of IP-related matters, frequently managing the acquisition and exploitation of data in the AI space, with the head Mark Deem leveraging his ‘thorough and extensive experience’ when assisting with AI investments and risk management affairs. Marcus Bagnall is an expert on blockchain solutions and NFT development, Rachel Alexander is knowledgeable on online enforcement issues, while Ross Sylvester primarily focuses on commercial deals in the AI field. Alexander Ross represents record labels and digital platforms, and Calum Smyth is a specialist in complex technology transactions.

London > Dispute resolution > Commercial litigation: mid-market

‘Absolutely reliable in every way‘, Wiggin LLP‘s 19-strong group is experienced in high-stakes litigation before the commercial divisions of England and Wales’ senior courts. The firm also houses sector experts in media, technology, sports, and betting and gaming. Matthew Dando is a media and entertainment industry expert; technology sector specialist Mark Deem ‘builds really strong relationships with clients’; and Gaelyn Fuhrmann acts for media and publishing clients in reputation management disputes. Caroline Kean  departed the firm in April 2024.

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