Margherita Barbagallo
- Organisation
- Dragon Argent
- Biography
- Margherita Barbagallo is a dual-qualified lawyer in England & Wales and Canada. She is the Head of Litigation, IP & Art Law at Dragon Argent, where she leads legal strategy for tech startups, SMEs and art market clients navigating digital transactions. A recognised expert on AI, NFTs and regulatory frameworks in the creative industries, she advises businesses, investors and creators on commercial transactions involving digital art, intellectual property and compliance risks. Previously, Margherita practiced in art law at a leading firm, handling title disputes, restitution claims, and fraud litigation for galleries, collectors, and artists’ estates. Margherita is a Trustee of Fevered Sleep, an award-winning arts organisation that creates insightful, interdisciplinary work to challenge perceptions and spark dialogue on contemporary issues. She is also an active member of PAIAM (Professional Advisors to the International Art Market).