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Kostyantyn is a partner and co-head of the firm’s interactive entertainment practice.

Kostyantyn advises on all aspects of intellectual property, advertising and regulatory issues. Being a litigator by background, he can advise at all stages of a dispute; from early-stage strategy and negotiations to litigation in the High Court and beyond. A significant part of his practice involves co-ordinating advice for projects spanning multiple jurisdictions. He also advises on the practical application of advertising codes and investigations by regulators such as the ASA, CMA and Trading Standards.

Kostyantyn works extensively with clients in the video game and esports sectors, including studios and publishers of all sizes. His wider client base includes brand owners, production companies and various members of the creative industries, tech startups, importers and distributors. They range in size from SMEs to multinational corporations with large in-house legal teams.

Kostyantyn is recognised as a leading lawyer in The Legal 500, IP Stars, and Chambers and Partners.

TESTIMONIALS

What people say

Kostyantyn Lobov is highly intelligent, really understands the gaming and esports industry and is able to distil complex points into digestible communication.”

The Legal 500

Kostyantyn Lobov is a brilliant all-rounder, responsive, dedicated and creative thinker.’

The Legal 500

[Kostya] came highly recommended and did not disappoint. I’ll be working with him wherever he goes.”

Chambers UK

Kostyantyn is a really strong commercial IP and advertising lawyer. He knows the video games industry so well because he himself is a gamer and so has a passion for the industry.”

Chambers UK

He understands gaming, really gets what we do as a business and what impacts on way we work in an organic way.”

Chambers UK

Kostyantyn Lobov has an outstanding understanding of our environment and business challenges.’

The Legal 500

Kostyantyn Lobov’s advice is thorough, practical, and always directly on point. His friendly and approachable manner helps us work together to find creative solutions.’

The Legal 500