Maziar Jamnejad

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Technology Lawyer at Gibson Dunn

London, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Maziar Jamnejad is a Technology Lawyer at Gibson Dunn, specializing in contentious and regulatory technology law. Educated at Cambridge and Oxford, he advises major tech companies on frameworks like the DMA and DSA, focusing on cybersecurity and AI. He is recognized by Legal 500 as a key lawyer for artificial intelligence law.

Outside his legal practice, Maziar has a keen interest in the intersection of technology and art, having explored building an AI for attributing old masters. He also shows an interest in tabletop wargaming, having purchased detailed miniatures. His publications indicate a focus on global health equity and policy reform.

Unique fact: Maziar holds an AI Engineer certification from Microsoft and has previously worked in product roles at AI startups, bringing a practical technologists perspective to his legal work.

Personality Overview

Not Easily Convinced

Cautious & Analytical

Price-Sensitive

They are more likely than others to negotiate on pricing and terms.  They generally do not appreciate an overfriendly approach and prefer to stay to-the-point. While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters.

Topics They Care About

Technology Regulation
His current role focuses on advising technology companies on EU frameworks like the Digital Markets Act (DMA) and Digital Services Act (DSA).
Cybersecurity Law
States that nearly all his work at Gibson Dunn is cybersecurity-related and holds a certification in Cyber Incident Planning & Response.
AI in Law
Recognized by Legal 500 for Artificial Intelligence law and holds an AI Engineer certification, blending technical knowledge with legal practice.

Media Appearances

Maziar has no verified media appearances

Work History

3-2024
Technology Lawyer at Gibson Dunn
1-2022 - 5-2023
Head of Digital Adoption at Linklaters
2-2019 - 1-2022
Head of Innovation (Italy) / Client Consulting Lead (Global) at Linklaters
9-2018 - 12-2018
Senior Legal Counsel, Innovation at HSBC
3-2017 - 12-2018
Global Head of Legal Innovation at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer

Education

2005 - 2006
Master of Laws - LLM from University of Cambridge
2002 - 2005
Master of Arts - MA from University of Oxford

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Insights For Selling To Maziar

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Keep some extra margin in hand as they will likely negotiate the pricing
  • If you have a lower priced product compared to the competition, call out the same
  • Emphasize on objective proof of ROI, help them do a thorough evaluation

DONT's

  • Avoid phrases like ‘do not worry about’, ‘no one compares to’ etc.
  • Don’t overhype the product/pitch, keep it measured
  • Don’t try to be too friendly or informal with them

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Maziar is

  • Confidence that the product provides ROI, effective pricing and process adherence matter the most to them.

  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Maziar

  • It doesn’t come naturally to them but they can say no if they are not convinced.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Maziar move?

  • They can move at a reasonable pace while making their decisions if they have the necessary information.

  • Can Maziar take some risk or not?

  • If they believe that they have analyzed the situation well, they can take a little risk.

You And Maziar

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