Award-winning cloud and AI specialist joins HCR Law’s Commercial team

Frank Jennings, an award-winning technology legal expert specialising in the cloud and AI, has joined HCR Law’s Commercial team as a Partner.

This specialist advice opens a new avenue for HCR Law’s Commercial team, and will go hand-in-hand with its intellectual property and technology offering. With the latest UK government research estimating a 62% increase in the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) technology by UK businesses by 2025, Frank’s expertise in AI will be a valuable asset to both the firm and its clients. As more businesses implement AI to enhance efficiency, improve customer engagement, and analyse data, Frank’s knowledge will be instrumental in navigating the legal complexities of this technological evolution.

This month, it was report reported that 1 in 4 of UK workers worked from both home and the office, a figure which was just 4.7% in 2019. As businesses increasingly adopt hybrid working models and seek to leverage technologies that can enhance productivity, the demand for cloud services is on the rise. Frank’s expertise in this area will be highly valued by clients.

In addition to his expertise in cloud computing, AI, machine learning, and intellectual property, Frank, who will be based in HCR Law’s London office, advises clients across the commercial spectrum. He guides businesses on managing risk and maximising return on investment through robust contracts.

Frank said: “I’m delighted to be joining HCR Law’s renowned Commercial team. Businesses right across the country are implementing cloud solutions and AI technology – it’s no longer solely the pursuit of specialists – and I’m excited to help them navigate what can be a complex area.”

Robert Capper, Partner and Head of Commercial, commented: “Frank joining the team is a real coup for HCR Law and is evidence of our growing status in the market. His vast knowledge across the commercial spectrum will undoubtedly augment our wider offering to businesses.

“We have a number of tech specialists in the Commercial team, and Frank’s appointment is just one of a number of exciting additions we’ve already seen this year.”