Bird & Bird LLP is renowned for its expertise in IT and data protection law and follows a multidisciplinary approach across the AI sector. The team offers comprehensive advice to both developers of AI products and services and customers of such companies, where IP and employment law matters are also covered. The mainstays include the review of use cases regarding generative AI models, regulatory advice and the support in AI-related transactions, investments and contracts. The technology and IT expertise is mirrored in the practice's management: Fabian Niemann specialises in cross-border projects, which was most recently demonstrated in advising on an AI-based chatbot service in accordance with the AI Act and the GDPR, while Miriam Ballhausen advises on software, digital media, data protection and copyright law.