Martin is an experienced lawyer specialising in IP, Tech and Data. He combines technical knowledge with an interest in understanding his client's business to provide pragmatic advice and practical solutions.

Martin's expertise includes technology procurement, IT outsourcing, business process outsourcing,  commercial contracts, intellectual property, data protection, ePrivacy and cyber risk. Martin regularly helps clients in relation to the legal and commercial risks relating to the development and use of new technology, such as cloud-based services, and projects involving AI, blockchain and big data. 

Martin works with clients across a range of sectors including financial services, media, food and drink, charities and the third sector, and the public sector. Martin also advises technology businesses and innovative tech start-ups, including fintech and adtech.

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Clients describe Martin as bright, user friendly and very helpful, appreciating his collaborative and solutions focused approach.

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Highlights

  • A regular blogger on IP, Technology and Data Protection Law. You can also follow Martin on Twitter @lawyer_martin
  • A member of the Society for Computers and the Law's Advisory Board.
  • Chairing the Law Society of Scotland's Working Group on Electronic Signatures.
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Rankings

  • Martin is a Ranked Individual for Information Technology and Data Protection & Information Law by Chambers UK 2024.
  • Legal 500 UK 2024 ranks Martin as a Leading Individual (IT & Telecoms, Media & Entertainment).
  • Martin is a Law Society of Scotland Certified Specialist in Cyber Security.