Among DLA Piper‘s client roster are some of Europe’s largest leisure businesses and venue operators, for which the Edinburgh-based team handles matters involving sponsorships and online marketing, outsourcing deals and supply services agreements, among others. Practice head John McKinlay advises on media rights, content licensing and associated IP issues, where he is often supported by senior associate Catriona Melton, while Alistair Drummond, head of the Scottish litigation and regulatory practice, anchors the team’s contentious offering, with expertise in court actions and arbitrations.
Key clients
- Merlin Entertainments
- BrewDog
Work highlights
- Advising Merlin Entertainments on promotion, branding and sponsorship contracts.
- Advising ExCel London on commercial IP matters, including contracts for the supply of catering and electric charging points, and a refresh of its contract suite, including IP and branding advice.