Sheridans is a leading firm for video game developers, advising a mix of independent developers and international publishing studios. The team assists clients with corporate deals in the video game space, securing loan financing for new and upcoming studios as well as advising on video games tax relief and video games expenditure credit schemes. Spearheading the practice, Alex Tutty advises on IP issues affecting the gaming industry, development and publishing of video games, including AI issues, and investments in the gaming sector. Alex Chapman is well-known for his expertise in the computer games industry, focusing on commercial issues. Rahul Gandhi left the firm in 2024.
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‘Sheridans comes both as a specialist firm with deep knowledge in our industry, straddling video games and sport, and is also broad enough such that all more generalist issues can be advised by them, including commercial, employment, music, and IP advice. Critically, there is always a partner that has the complete overview of the relationship.’
‘Alex Chapman has the ability to understand the bigger picture and advise with commercial pragmatism, but also understands the minutest technical detail to our advantage, applying it effectively to what we do. His responsiveness is outstanding as with all the team, including Jack Jones.’
‘The Sheridans video games team is the best developer-focused legal practice in the market. Sheridans always fights for what the developer needs. An exceptional team with deep industry knowledge.'
‘Alex Chapman is without doubt one of the best lawyers in the video games sector. Extremely commercial and knows exactly what to and what not to push in a negotiation.'
'Alex Tutty is a fantastic partner and counsel. Represents some of the largest game developers and publishers in the world. Highly thought of throughout the industry.'
'Anna Poulter-Jones is an up-and-coming associate in the games space. Excellent legal and sector knowledge.’
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Alex Tutty
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Alex Tutty
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Alex Chapman; Jack Jones; Anna Poulter-Jones