Gaming companies face specialist issues around protecting ideas and other assets. We can help you with this, and also with other corporate matters from contracts to property
We support gaming businesses and entrepreneurs on a range of issues, such as:
- setting up a company (or other business structure)
- taking on staff or contractors
- raising finance to fund start-up or growth
- negotiating the sale of a business or game
Protecting your assets
Securing the value of your intellectual property (IP) – from software to graphics – is crucial for any organisation operating in the gaming sector and we have lots of experience of helping businesses with this.
Remember that even if you’re developing games with friends or freelancers, having the right agreements (covering matters such as ownership or licensing of intellectual property and confidentiality) can make the difference between selling a company or app for millions, or just a few hundred pounds.
We’re always pragmatic
We support gaming and technology companies of all sizes – from international names to start-ups and student entrepreneurs. Our office in Dundee puts us at the heart of the city’s growing gaming community, and we have strong links with networks such as Abertay University’s Dare Academy.
These links mean we understand the real-life needs and ambitions of organisations working in this field. Whether you’re a well-known business, or a graduate with an amazing idea:
- we won’t bombard you with technicalities or legal jargon
- we won’t burden you with agreements you don’t need.
But we will provide all the legal support you need to make your business run smoothly – now and in the future.
Supporting Abertay University's Dare Academy
We have sponsored Dare Academy since 2017 and as part of our support for the games design competition, we offer legal advice bespoke to the booming games sector.
Watch our videos with business and employment top tips on various legal matters that gaming start-ups should be aware of.
As part of our support for the Dare Academy teams competing in 2022, Alastair Smith (Director in our Corporate and Commercial team) was invited to the Dare Academy Hot Housing event held at Abertay University. There he was able to share helpful advice to those looking to venture into the gaming industry.
Filmed in 2021, Kate Wyatt (Partner in our Employment team) and Alastair Smith (Director in our Corporate and Commercial team) share some insightful tips for start-up organisations in the gaming industry.
As part of our support for the Dare Academy teams competing in 2019, Darren Leahy (who is now a Partner in our Commercial Property team) and Ian Mitchell (Partner in our Corporate and Commercial team) offer their tips for gaming companies.
Top tips on employment law for a gaming start up
Top tips on Intellectual Property Rights for gaming start ups
