Niri Shanmuganathan

The Japanese entertainment giant completed the deal as it looks to establish a European regional hub in the UK supporting its global strategy in anime, film, television, streaming, home entertainment, merchandising and games. Anime Limited is a specialised animation distributor operating primarily in the UK and France.

Home News & insights News Media centre Press releases New Head of IP to the UK Board Niri Shan is appointed to be the firm's new Head of IP to lead the group's growth strategy. We're delighted to announce the appointment of Niri Shan as the new Head of IP in the UK, Ireland, and Middle East. This newly established role emphasises our strategic focus on IP and reflects our commitment to ambitious growth in this area.

Congratulations to our Private Wealth group which has been recognised for its expertise in the Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide 2025. We have achieved a new Band 1 ranking for Real Estate: High-Value Residential, while maintaining our Band 1 rankings for Private Wealth Law, Private Wealth Disputes, Defamation & Reputation Management, and Family Offices & Funds Structuring.