Anna is a senior lawyer with over a decade of experience in IP and commercial matters. Having spent ten years working in IP litigation, she now focuses primarily on non-contentious IP, commercial contracts and data protection for tech clients.

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Anna’s experience as a litigator gives her a unique perspective when drafting contracts, always on the lookout for clauses or issues that could spark or exacerbate a dispute between the parties. Understanding how disputes can unfold allows Anna to draft documents in a way that minimises the risk of issues arising down the line!

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Anna has supported and represented clients in the technology sector throughout her career. She has worked extensively with high profile clients including Nintendo, helping them to secure a number of website blocking injunctions to prevent the dissemination of pirate games and consoles (one of which won Impact Case of the Year at the Managing IP EMEA Awards 2020). 

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Anna is praised by clients for her hard work and attention to detail, as well as her ability to offer creative and strategic solutions. 

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Anna keeps well abreast of legal tech issues and is a committee member for the Society for Computers and Law.

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Anna lives in Kendal, near the Lake District, with her husband and two small children. In her spare time she enjoys hiking, running and spending time with family.