'Consistently applying a commercial, practical approach to lawyering', the Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP team has a strong track record of advising clients on AI regulatory compliance, data privacy, and complex tech disputes. The ‘innovative’ Nasser Ali Khasawneh, who heads the global AI practice, has vast experience in the contentious tech sphere, covering cybercrime issues and data protection matters, Simon Lightman focuses on the procurement and licensing of AI systems, while Philip James is knowledgeable in generative AI and risk management affairs.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘They have a diverse team across many markets and consistently apply a commercial, practical approach to lawyering. In areas where they do not have regional presence or a particular expertise, they have an extensive network of law firms they work with to help support and find solutions.’

  • ‘Nasser Khasawneh is an innovative and solution-oriented lawyer. He is able to put himself in the shoes of his clients and provide practical, results-focused advice. He also has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the region and around the world that is incredible to be able to tap into and brings a unique and valuable perspective to his clients.'

Key clients

  • Cognizant Worldwide Limited
  • Axial Medical Printing Limited

Work highlights

  • Provided Cognizant Worldwide Ltd with advice and assistance relating to AI compliance, strategy and commercial contracts.
  • Assisting Microsoft on AI matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Nasser Ali Khasawneh, Rachel Reid, Simon Gamlin, Marie McGinley, Babar Hyatt

Other key lawyers

Simon Lightman, Philip James, Lorna Doggett, Jannick Thonemann