Commercial law firm Hill Dickinson has announced the appointment of Chris Williams, who joins the firm’s London City office as a partner in its commercial dispute resolutions team.

A highly regarded commercial litigator, Williams has a particular focus on technology-related disputes and intellectual property, including patents, copyright, trademarks and confidential information. He brings almost a decade of partner-level experience to the firm, joining from Clyde & Co’s London office.

He is a key adviser to organisations across a range of sectors, including marine, natural resources and energy, with a client base ranging from multi-nationals to owner-managed businesses. He regularly advises clients on the development, exploitation and enforcement of intellectual property rights and is experienced in running complex litigation and arbitration proceedings across multiple jurisdictions.

Chris is also highly active in the burgeoning AI space, with a strong emphasis on intellectual property considerations and the emerging regulatory landscape.