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Commercial & Tech

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We advise on general commercial contracts as well as technology contracts (licensing and development agreements), distribution arrangements, franchising and outsourcing. We have a talented team of lawyers who specialise in understanding the detail of these commercial agreements.

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Corporate

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Our corporate team focuses on advising entrepreneurs and SMEs in key sectors on all aspects of public and private M&A and private equity investment, as well as fundraisings and equity capital markets transactions, from flotations and secondary offerings to reverse takeovers in the UK’s quoted markets.

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Cyber Security and Data Protection

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At Hamlins, we believe cyber security is so much more than a technology issue. It needs to feature at a much higher level within your organisation, as part of the overall business strategy. We can advise on steps to take to minimise the risk of cyber attacks, through to how to contain a live cyber crisis.

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Defamation and Privacy

Dispute Resolution

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Disputes can disrupt the natural flow of business, cause stress and anxiety and take up valuable financial resources and management time. Litigation can have a direct impact on productivity and finances and can be an unwelcome distraction.

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Intellectual Property

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At Hamlins our intellectual property specialists have the technical knowledge and expertise to help you structure, maintain and develop your intellectual property rights.

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Lender Services

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Hamlins Lender Services Department has an enviable reputation in the lending industry. We have worked for many of the UK’s leading mortgage lenders and are a recognised market leader in the provision of legal and regulatory advice to the lending industry.

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Media and Entertainment

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Hamlins have been advising media and entertainment businesses for decades, offering cutting-edge expertise across the industry sectors and legal developments that affect them. We are recognised experts and have a wealth of experience in all areas of the media mix.

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Phone Hacking Claims

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Hamlins’ specialist phone hacking lawyers have enabled numerous clients to pursue successful claims against Mirror Group and News Group Newspapers.

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Real Estate

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Our Real Estate Team has the experience to help you complete your property deals efficiently and cost effectively. Whether you’re purchasing, selling or leasing commercial property, as an owner, occupier, lender, borrower, investor or developer, our well-established real estate team can provide expert advice and help.

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Christopher Abboud

Christopher is a Trainee Solicitor in the Real Estate Finance department. He assists the team with a wide variety of investment and development transactions.

Prior to joining Hamlins in September 2015, Christopher worked for an in-house firm of solicitors at a multi-national financial services corporation.

How did you get to where you are now?

After obtaining my politics degree from the University of Leeds, I completed the GDL and LPC at BPP. After that, I worked for an in-house firm of solicitors at a multi-national financial services corporation before joining Hamlins in 2015. I started in the Lender Services department where I became a deputy team leader within the property and litigation sub-teams before joining the Real Estate department in 2019. During 2020, I had the opportunity to temporarily assist the Media Disputes department with phone-hacking litigation. I began my training contract at Hamlins in September 2021 and am currently undertaking my first seat with the Real Estate Finance department.

What made you want to join Hamlins?

Hamlins provided me with an opportunity to transition from in-house work to a larger law firm with a variety of clients with differing needs. On joining, I was immediately impressed with how friendly everyone was and this atmosphere has been a large contributor to my desire to stay at Hamlins long term.

What is the best thing about working for Hamlins?

Hamlins has always been progressive but the last year has really shone a light on this. I have enjoyed the large number of remote events that have been organised. Personal training sessions and being able to try yoga from the comfort (and privacy) of my own home have been personal highlights.

What are 3 words to describe Hamlins?

Welcoming, collaborative and engaging.

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve been given?

‘Never be afraid or embarrassed to ask for help or advice.’

What excites you about working in law?

It continually changes and evolves, bringing new responsibilities and rewards. Every day is unique with different problems to solve and new challenges to tackle.