James is an Associate in the commercial IP team.

He holds a BSc in chemistry from the University of Birmingham, where his dissertation explored computational approaches to drug discovery. During his training contract, James was seconded to a medical research charity, gaining practical insight into pharmaceutical development and translational science.

Prior to joining Bristows, James was a supervisor at a Central London Citizens Advice Office. He now serves as a trustee of Citizens Advice Brent, supporting access to justice in communities across North West London.