Russell joined our Thames Valley office in August 1998 to head up its IT and Telecommunications group, which the independent legal directories have described as "first rate" and "highly talented".

His expertise spans three interconnected areas of law: information technology, intellectual property and competition law - vital subjects for the region's thriving technology sector. He acts for both technology suppliers and major users and has 20 years' experience in advising on the commercial and legal issues relating to software development and licensing, facilities management and outsourcing, telecommunications, e-commerce and the development and exploitation of intellectual property.

Russell is singled out in the independent legal directories as being held in high regard by his competitors, and by clients for "understanding our objectives and being adept at defining our risk".

Russell has worked in industry, having been seconded to a major Computer Reservations System provider. He is recommended by Chambers, Legal 500 and Legal Experts for IT related work.