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Cambridge

Supporting the Cambridge innovation economy with our international network

Our lawyers in Cambridge specialise in guiding clients through every phase of the innovation lifecycle within the renowned Cambridge ecosystem. From collaborating with leading universities and research institutes to supporting early-stage and scale-up companies, we ensure that businesses remain at the forefront of innovation and competition, in Cambridge and internationally.

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Driving innovation in the heart of Cambridge

In Cambridge we support the businesses that drive the innovation economy, and the entrepreneurs and private wealth that underpin them. Our Cambridge legal team offers services tailored to the city's vibrant ecosystem. We provide expertise in areas such as emerging companies, private clients, and commercial disputes, alongside specialised support in family, wills and tax. Our practice extends to resolving IP and brand disputes, corporate governance, real estate management and employment law. By bringing these services together, we ensure that businesses and individuals in Cambridge's innovation hub receive wise legal counsel to maintain their competitive advantage and navigate international markets effectively.

It's business. But it's personal.

Cambridge is a centre for future-facing industries such as healthcare and technology. Its research infrastructure, skilled workforce and favourable business climate make it a significant hub for business activity in the UK and globally. Legal challenges are a natural part of this environment, particularly with the rise of university spin-outs, technology companies, and medical research organisations. Our leading team of litigators and arbitrators resolves complex disputes for businesses and individuals in a challenging commercial environment. 2024 was an unprecedented year for our Dispute Resolution team with more cases in The Lawyer's top 20 than any other firm, and four major awards in four months. Our firm is well-established in the Cambridge market, offering targeted legal support throughout the innovation lifecycle, from technology transfer to corporate development.

Our services in Cambridge also reflect our firm's commitment to private client services: we believe that business is personal. We recognise the distinct challenges faced by our clients in this sector and provide tailored legal solutions to meet the demands of Cambridge's knowledge-driven economy.

We serve ambitious individuals and families in Cambridge, including entrepreneurs approaching liquidity events and figures managing significant assets. Our expertise encompasses advice on education and schooling to the formation of family offices for clients with international interests. MDR Mayfair, our private advisory division, excels in helping Cambridge families establish plans for sustained prosperity and wellbeing.

We deliver advice, structure and strategies to prevent issues, optimise the management of their affairs and ensure the protection of family interests and assets. Our multidisciplinary team of lawyers, accountants, regulatory experts, psychologists and fiduciaries focuses on the critical aspects that matter to our clients, ensuring that their business and personal objectives are both aligned and addressed.

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Inside Cambridge 

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“Cambridge is a global city and is renowned as a global centre for the industries of the future, whether this is in healthcare, software, hardware or other cutting-edge IP-rich business.

With its world-class research capabilities, strong talent pool, and supportive business environment, Cambridge is well-positioned to continue to thrive as a centre of business activity in the UK and beyond.”

- Charlie Fletcher, Partner, Mishcon de Reya

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