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David Dennis is a partner in the CMS Technology Team. He enjoys a wide range of commercial, technology and intellectual property-related work, with a particular interest in the life sciences sector.

David advises a full spectrum of clients ranging from start-ups to FTSE100 companies. His work spans a similar range, from small, initial agreements such as heads of terms and confidentiality agreements through to strategic licensing and long-term collaboration agreements. David is qualified in both England and Scotland and has worked in Edinburgh, Glasgow and London.

Relevant experience

  • “Big Six” UK utility company in relation to drafting a template agreement for procuring services.
  • A Russell Group University on its supply agreement for a radioactive tracer.
  • An award-winning oncology start-up on its key research and licensing agreements.
  • An international biopharmaceuticals company on its world-wide re-acquisition of product rights.
  • A listed UK pharma company on its co-development agreement regarding drug-resistant bacteria.
  • A “Big Pharma” company on its gene therapy collaboration and option agreement, worth over USD 300m.

Education

  • 2007 – LL.M., Glasgow University, Glasgow
  • 2006 – LL.B., Glasgow University, Glasgow

Insights by David

The European Health Data Space: are your collaboration agreements future-proof?

The European Health Data Space: are your collaboration agreements future-proof?

18 Aug 2026 7 min read
In-House Essentials

In-House Essentials

12 Aug 2026 2 min read
Emotional Intelligence: A Secret Weapon for Elevating Legal Professionals

Emotional Intelligence: A Secret Weapon for Elevating Legal Professionals

05 Aug 2026 8 min read
In-House Essentials: Insights

In-House Essentials: Insights

30 Jun 2026 1 min read
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