UK’s stance on generative AI & copyright — what businesses need to know
We explore how new parliamentary findings and the Government’s updated position are shifting the UK’s direction on AI and copyright.
Paddy Fearnon
Trainee Solicitor
0161 836 8738 paddy.fearnon@brabners.com
Paddy is a Trainee Solicitor in our commercial and intellectual property team.
He advises on a range of commercial matters including commercial contracts, terms and conditions and data protection, IP and is a member of our sport and technology sector teams.
Paddy completed the Legal Practice Course (LPC) and a degree in Law at De Montfort University, achieving a Distinction grade and First Class Honours, respectively.
He has practical business and legal experience gained from previous roles as a Commercial Contracts Manager, Property Damage Paralegal and a Financial Services Litigation Paralegal.
He joined Brabners in September 2024 and is based in our Manchester office.
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