Isabel Davies
Wiggin LLPFielding one of the leading interactive entertainment practices in the market, Wiggin LLP advises clients from the video gaming products and services industry on 'diverse matters related to game development', including contractual matters, IP protection and clearance, and regulatory compliance. The team attracts instructions from major global gaming publishers and developers, content creators, platforms, esports companies, technology companies and industry trade associations, which often seek advice on sensitive matters, such as online safety, monetisation and child protection. Practice head Paul Gardner 'is exceptionally experienced and has a deep understanding of the video game industry'. Peter Lewin provides 'practical, prompt and concise, as well as always industry-specific' advice on a host of commercial and regulatory gaming matters, the latter of which is a key area of focus for Isabel Davies.
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Testimonials
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‘Certainly the most recognised video games team in the UK.’
‘Paul Gardner is the godfather of UK video games law. Peter Lewin a very talented young partner, and Isabel Davies certainly someone to watch.’
‘Wiggin is a prime, go-to entertainment law firm in the UK. They advise on diverse matters related to game development, licensing, talent agreements, and general UK and EU compliance matters.’
‘Paul Gardner is exceptionally experienced and has a deep understanding of the video game industry and legal as well as business challenges that the industry faces.'
‘Wiggin's video games team has a deep understanding of the industry. They have huge experience in advising the sector. They are very client-focused, which makes their advice very practical. They are also very responsive to the specific needs of a client which results in tailormade advice. We have a lot of positive experience working with the team - we feel they understand our business very well.’
‘Peter Lewin is knowledgeable, smart, and overall a great person that we enjoy working with. His advice is practical, prompt and concise, as well as always industry-specific. We also appreciate his experience in drafting and reviewing commercial contracts within the sector.’
‘Our main contact is Isabel Davies - clearly destined for partnership in time, she is on a very positive trajectory and is very supportive, clear and authoritative on a number of topics in the law as it applies to video games. Paul Gardner is always on hand as the client partner, and continues to be a very comforting and friendly voice when needed.’
‘Wiggin is simply the best entertainment law firm in the UK. They have the expertise of seasoned lawyers like Paul Gardner and the fresh energy of young associates like Isabel Davies. Their knowledge of the video games industry, both legal and commercial, is second to none. ’
Key clients
- Wargaming.net
- Starbreeze
- Enad Global 7 (EG7)
- CCP Games
- Facepunch Studios
- Electronic Arts
- The Yogscast
- 4J Studios
Work highlights
- Advising Electronic Arts on its sports licensing strategy.
- Advising Enad Global 7 on its development and publishing agreement for Aliens: Fireteam Elite.
- Advising Wargaming and CCP Games on a variety of games regulatory matters.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Paul Gardner
Wiggin LLPPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Paul Gardner