Lauded for their ‘strong industry knowledge’, Ashurst‘s broad caseload encompasses large-scale telco infrastructure projects, strategic sourcing, competition, and disputes. The practice is led by the seasoned duo of Amanda Ludlow and Christopher Bates. Ludlow is reputed for her two and a half decades of experience in digital economy matters, spanning from data regulation, digital transformation, to digital infrastructure projects, while Bates is a key contact for high-value, complex strategic tech sourcing contracts and procurements. David Futter advises government and financial services clients on procurement of digital platforms, particularly relating to disruptive and emerging tech, and Fiona Ghosh specialises in Deep Tech, including AI, payments, and FinTech- navigating clients through significant disruption, strategic risk management, and business transformation. Rebecca Clarke‘s focus is on telecoms and digital convergence, assisting operators and public sector clients on high-value and complex tech projects. Adam Eskdale has a niche focus on climate tech, supporting clients through areas of tech development and procurement.

Commended by clients for its ‘outstanding technical expertise on telecom matters’, Baker McKenzie LLP‘s broad caseload encompasses a whole gamut of regulatory advice, commercial telecoms network sharing arrangements, transformation and outsourcing, with niche strength in interception and network security. The practice is co-led by Steve Holmes, who is reputed for his expertise in major life sciences transactions, as well as tech, outsourcing, telecoms, and digital transactions. Alongside Sue McLean, whose notable specialism lies in strategic tech deals, handling cloud, outsourcing, digital transformation, and licensing across the healthcare, financial services, and consumer goods sectors. Ben Allgrove is well-versed in emerging tech regulation, AI, and data protection, while Robbie Downing stands out for his work in global privacy and multinational telecoms compliance projects. John Groom handles a mix of copyright, digital, and GenAI regulatory matters. Maulik Mittal is noted for advising on complex tech commercial contracts, and Carinne Kamdar excels in commercial litigation and IT disputes.

A strong choice for FinTech, tech, telecoms, and life sciences clients, Bristows LLP often advises on telecoms regulations, alongside competition, data protection, disputes, and transformational projects. Toby Crick and Myles Jelf spearhead the practice, with Crick drawing on two and a half decades of IT and outsourcing experience, assisting clients in the energy, health, telecoms, and financial services sectors, while Jeff is reputed for major telecoms and tech disputes, acting at the forefront of litigation for multinationals. Anna Cook leverages twenty-five years of experience and is a reference in the market for complex IT litigation, as well as copyright, licensing, and outsourcing disputes. Adrian Sim is well-versed in large-scale IT and outsourcing deals, while Angela Fouracre specialises in dispute resolution, including software licensing and data leaks. Vikram Khurana frequently works on complex IT transactions and has additional specialisms in AI. Naomi Hazenberg is equipped to handle contentious intellectual property- particularly patent litigation- while Alice Esuola-Grant is active in IT e-commerce, media rights, and tech procurement deals.

Highlighted for its capabilities in the financial services, pharma, telecoms, and media sectors, Clifford Chance LLP is geared to handle complex corporate and commercial transactions, IP, litigation, and tech-focused M&A. The practice is led by a capable trio Zayed Al Jamil, Jennifer Chimanga and Nick Spurrell. Al Jamil specialises in complex outsourcings, tech development and procurement agreements, as well as focusing on AI, IoT, DLT, data licensing, and M&A transactions. Chimanga has a strong focus on strategic and transformational M&A, joint ventures, and growth equity, while Spurrell handles disposals, acquisitions, demergers, and investments with a key focus on the telecoms and digital infrastructure sector. Samantha Ward is well-versed in commercial litigation and regulatory disputes, with expertise in antitrust, public and tech law. Riaz Pirmohamed advises corporate enterprises and financial investors, with a particular focus on the telecoms, digital infrastructure, and real assets fields, and Mark Fisher covers complex commercial and regulatory matters across digital infrastructure and telecoms networks, drawing experience from both private practice and in-house roles. Claudia Hall counsels on telecoms commercial arrangements, infrastructure roll-outs, and procurement arrangements, and André Duminy left the firm in January 2025.

A key port of call for telecoms providers, leading banks and tech multinationals, CMS provides a comprehensive IT offering which covers regulatory, transactional and disputes matters, as well as telecoms expertise in data centres, subsea and satellite work. The practice is co-led by Matthew Bennett, who specialises in complex partnerships, outsourcing and shared services arrangements, alongside Chris Watson, who provides in-depth insight into IT infrastructure transformations and logistics strategies for major retailers. Sam De Silva is knowledgeable in complex technology and outsourcing projects, which extends to cloud computing, system integration, software licensing, and data protection.  Dominic Dryden is a well-versed technology and sourcing lawyer, focused on structuring and negotiating complex commercial transactions, including IT and business process outsourcing and large-scale IT procurement. Ian Stevens leads the firm’s Fintech group, advising on the regulation, procurement, and deployment of cloud, AI, and emerging technologies, alongside digital transformation, data governance, and cybersecurity issues. Luke Pardey advises on technology, commercial, and IP matters, with a particular focus on large-scale IT and business process outsourcing in the financial services, technology, telecoms, and utilities sectors. Caroline Callaby is geared to support on matters concerning new and emerging regulations impacting the tech industry.

Dentons' stellar client roster includes several of the largest big tech, vendors, Fintech, and telecoms companies, handling a wide array of regulatory, commercialisation, procurement, and deployment matters. The practice is jointly steered by TMT head Tristan Jonckheer, who advises on tech deployment, transformation, and outsourcing strategy, and the commercial division's leader, Martin Fanning, who is an expert in the transactional and advisory field with over two decades of experience. Dan Burge is equipped to handle a broad scope of matters, including network procurement, system implementation, and commercial arrangements, while Scott Singer has a particular focus on the retail industry, covering tech implementation, digital transformation, and procurement. Sarah Lima excels in complex IT arrangements and procurements, Annabel Cox covers advice on infrastructure projects, as well as payment and transactions, and solutions, meanwhile, Scott Greaves is well-versed in cloud computing and systems integration matters.

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP provides a comprehensive cross-border offering. The IT team straddles disputes, transactions, IP, and competition work, while the telecoms team covers commercial, corporate, finance, disputes, and regulatory issues. Nick Pantlin draws on two and a half decades of experience advising on complex digital transformation, procurement, and emerging tech matters, whilst David Coulling specialises in tech and telecoms transactions, advising on joint ventures, acquisitions, technology development, licensing, and data projects. Rachel Lidgate is equipped to handle commercial disputes with a focus on TMT, energy, and consumer sectors, alongside being experienced in High Court litigation, international arbitration, and class actions. Andrew Moir leads the firm’s Cyber and Data Security practice and counsels on IP, IT outsourcing, licensing disputes, and cybersecurity matters. Veronica Roberts heads the UK competition, regulation, and trade practice, acting on joint ventures in the telecoms, media, leisure, and consumer sectors. Siddhartha Shukla is well-versed in cross-border M&A, joint ventures, and private capital investments across the TMT, real estate, and energy. Jeremy Purton is notable for his expertise in distressed sourcing projects and legacy system transitions, meanwhile Dominic Rowe focuses on tech, digital infrastructure, telecoms, and renewable energy.

 

With a global reach, Latham & Watkins‘ expertise encompasses AI, SaaS and cloud, FinTech, digital platforms and health, semiconductors, and the energy tech industries. Fiona Maclean spearheads the practice, advising on a wide array of outsourcing, complex joint ventures, cloud computing, as well as transformative tech and telecoms projects, whilst Christian McDermott is noted for commercial contracts and outsourcing, handling transactional and corporate issues, including emerging FinTech and payments regulation. Alain Traill is well-versed in emerging tech regulations, AI implementation, and commercialisation. Elva Cullen is particularly impressive in strategic TMT transactions, complex IP and commercial matters. Cullen has a niche focus on the regulatory challenges surrounding online platforms and content.

 

A strong choice for global tech and telco companies, Linklaters LLP fields a considerable workload in infrastructure and IT transformational projects, as well as tower carve-outs, fibre roll-outs, and satellite joint ventures. The practice is jointly steered by Julian Cunningham-Day, who draws on two and a half decades of experience to advise a stellar client roster of tech multinationals and global telecoms providers. Alongside Georgina Kon, who is reputed for her expertise in regulatory, transactional, and contentious matters. Richard Cumbley has established experience guiding global organisations on intricate governance issues, tech development, and challenges in sourcing. Marly Didizian is noted for her depth of knowledge in data migration and tech disputes regarding digital transformation projects. Rich Jones is proficient in complex telecoms and digital infrastructure projects, including data centre, 5G rollouts, fibre, and satellite deals. Greg Palmer has a particular specialism in information law, while Tatum Govender covers software licensing and emerging tech. Danny Greenland advises pharma, media, and telecoms clients on active network outsourcing and tech transformational projects.

Pinsent Masons LLP is a key port of call for leading banks, transport, mobile network, global tech, and media clients. The team provides a full-service tech and telecoms offering, advising on cloud computing, AI, data laws, infrastructure, and satellite, to name a few.  The practice is jointly led by Jonathan Kirsop, Angus McFadyen, and Diane Mullenex. Kirsop advises global financial institutions and insurers in data protection, McFadyen focuses on complex tech transactions for start-ups and scale-ups, while Mullenex provides a depth of expertise in global telecoms, gaming, and gambling matters. Simon Colvin is well-versed in transformational deals, particularly the implications and regulatory changes in AI. David Barker is active in contentious data protection litigation, while Ruby Khnom covers system implementation, outsourcing, licensing, and software development. Luke Scanlon specialises in FinTech matters regarding commercial APIs, data protection, and AI regulatory issues.

Highlighted for its capabilities in the finance, tech, telecoms, climate tech, and health tech space, Slaughter and May is geared to handle IT service agreements, licensing strategies, cyber, transformational, and infrastructure matters. Rob Sumroy spearheads the practice advising on a whole spectrum of tech commercial licensing, sourcing transactions, and tech disputes. David Ives supports both public and private sector clients on strategic digital transformations, software developments, and IT service agreements. Duncan Blaikie offers a wealth of experience in the life sciences, telecoms, and insurance sectors, covering a wide array of emerging disruptive tech, cyber, and telecoms procurement matters. Laura Houston is particularly impressive in strategic tech transactions, sourcing arrangements and emerging tech. Richard McDonnell is noted for the creation and negotiations of tech and sourcing arrangements, while Ian Ranson assists leading tech and telecoms companies on highly technical transactions and disputes.

Charles Russell Speechlys LLP is capable of advising on the whole gamut of IT supply chain matters, including data centres, outsourcing, disputes, FinTech, and Insurtech. The department is under the leadership of the seasoned duo- Mark Bailey and Mark Howard- who have a depth of experience in regulated IT contracting and data centre operations in the financial services. Howard is a key name to note for corporate transactions, specifically transformational deals. Jason Saiban is proficient in complex IT matters in the retail and leisure space, while Charlotte Hill has a depth of expertise in a wide array of regulatory matters, as well as assisting on digital currencies, crypto, and NFTs. Megan Paul has a particular interest in large-scale commercial agreements, and Charles Mallows excels in data privacy matters.

Fieldfisher provides a comprehensive cross-border offering with key strengths including telecoms and digital infrastructure projects, alongside digital regulation, AI, and emerging tech. Simon Briskman heads the practice with three decades of experience in tech and outsourcing issues- more recently advising on supercomputers, advertising, and retail tech matters. James Walsh is the name to note for digital regulation, network infrastructure, and data centre projects. Paul Graham has a notable specialism in digital transformation, cloud implementation, 5G and full-fibre roll-out associated regulatory issues. John Worthy is well-versed in IT and outsourcing, as well as being particularly impressive for his depth of knowledge in the space and satellite sector. Paul Barton has extensive experience supporting software and corporate clients on outsourcing and transformational projects. Elora Mukherjee excels in telecoms and regulation, as well as tech disputes. Michael Butterworth provides regulatory and transactional advice to mobile, fixed line, cloud, and infrastructure sectors.

Highlighted for its capabilities in the finance and government sectors, Mills & Reeve LLP is geared to handle emerging tech and IT project matters. The practice is led by Alison Ross-Eckford– who has two decades of expertise in IT and outsourcing - alongside Jagvinder Singh Kang who has over two decades of experience in IT law, recently specialising in AI, data protection, and cyber law.  Kevin Calder‘s key focus is in the government sector, handling major IT projects in education, health, and social care. Peter Wainman is well-versed in data protection- acting for tech multinational clients. Sophie Burton-Jones has a particular focus on the health tech sector, overseeing digital transformation projects. Paul Knight excels in data security, software licensing, and development, while Megan Whitaker‘s key strengths are large-scale IT projects and complex data protection work.

Morrison Foerster is equipped to handle a full spectrum of tech transactions, including licensing, global tech outsourcings, and M&A. Alistair Maughan heads the practice, handling commercial contracts and tech-based projects, with particular expertise in commercial licensing, service-based outsourcing transactions, and tech delivery models. Steven James is the name to note for intellectual property disputes and exploitation matters, advising clients on both contentious and transactional commercial matters. Annabel Gillham handles the full spectrum of compliance, e-marketing, and cross-border data processing, while Mercedes Samavi excels in tech licensing, digital regulatory compliance, and commercial contracts. Ruth Arkley has IP experience spanning copyright, trademarks, patents, and domain names.

Norton Rose Fulbright is at the forefront of large-scale innovative IT projects, tech joint ventures, and disruptive tech. The practice is jointly steered by James Russell and Oliver Stacey. Russell is proficient in onshore and offshore tech and business process outsourcing, AI and systems procurement, as well as general commercial work. Stacey’s key strengths lie in telecoms privatisations, transactions, and restructurings, as well as digital infrastructure and media. Sean Murphy has a particular interest in the development and deployment of financial services tech investments, acquisitions, and joint ventures in the FinTech sector. Ruth Cowley is well-versed in telecoms-related dispute resolution, spanning investigation and compliance to litigation and arbitration. Shiv Daddar is equipped to handle cross-border data protection projects, particularly focusing on consumer protection law.

A key port of call for tech multinationals on contentious and non-contentious matters, RPC handles a considerable workload, notably in complex class action tech disputes, cloud contracts, outsourcing, and emerging tech. Mark Crichard leads the non-contentious section of the practice with three decades of experience- extending to tech and outsourcing. Jeremy Drew spearheads the telecoms aspect of the practice, with over two and a half decades of knowledge, including disputes, transactional, regulatory, IP, and data work. David Cran has a notable specialism in tech disputes and arbitration across the Big Tech, financial services and IT sectors. Ciara Cullen advises on the full scope of dispute resolution matters, including failed software development and implementation projects, SaaS and outsourcing disputes, as well as cyber breach and data disputes. Alongside being High Court experienced tech litigators, Caroline Tuck, oversees large-scale distressed IT transformation projects, and Helen Armstrong covers outsourcing and tech disputes. Charles Buckworth excels in large-scale IT transactions, encompassing complex outsourcing, systems integration, SaaS, IaaS and PaaS contracts across the financial sector.

Squire Patton Boggs is recognised for its work in telecom regulatory compliance, data privacy, and global AI. Francesco Liberatore and Andrew Wilkinson lead the practice. Liberatore is noted for advising clients on all facets of competition law- particularly in sectors that are driven by technology and the digital economy- alongside representing companies in investigations before regulatory and competition authorities. Wilkinson assists companies on general commercial matters and their day-to-day business requirements, especially those in the fintech, telecom, AI, and sports industries. Regarding advice on high-value commercial transactions, technology transfer and licensing, as well as business-critical data privacy regulatory problems, David Naylor is a key contact.

Taylor Wessing LLP provides advice on data privacy, FSR, IP protection, outsourcing of infrastructure hosting services, alongside a variety of other topics in industries like healthcare and fintech. Leading the practice, Sian Skelton is highly experienced in all aspects of commercial technology law and provides advice on contract negotiations, cross-border compliance issues, and regulatory requirements. Graham Hann assists digital businesses ranging from start-ups to well-known international companies. Hann’s client base regularly falls into the fashion & luxury, and sports sectors. Clare Reynolds supports clients on the development of regulations and policies pertaining to the technology industry, especially the critical new rules regarding operational resilience.

In the digital, financial services, AI, and public sectors, TLT is a noteworthy firm that is frequently involved in matters involving telecoms, SaaS, systems integration, and outsourcing. Heading the firm, James Touzel is well-known for his work on outsourcing and transformational procurements for both domestic and international clients. Touzel handles telecoms and IT systems primarily, as well as cloud and managed services. Daniel Lloyd specialises in telecom-specific off-net deals, complex IT agreements, and strategic contract negotiations. Recognised for her work in advising both the customer and supplier side, Juliet Mason often handles IoT projects, traditional software licensing and development, as well as SIAM arrangements.

Wiggin LLP regularly acts on matters involving IT and business process outsourcing, blockchain, digital services regulation, and data privacy. Jointly leading the firm is Gordon Moir, who is recognised for advisory work on next-generation telecoms regulation and broadcasting laws; Marcus Bagnall, who can manage complex telecom and technology arrangements; and Mark Deem, who is particularly well-versed in TMT litigation and fintech. Siobhan Lewis regularly offers clients commercial and data protection advice in the media, technology, and telecommunications sectors. Peter Mason has a niche in the music industry, routinely advising on licence payments for those working in the film and music industries, as well as handling new regulatory and compliance requirements. Sean James retired from the firm in March 2024.

 

A key port of call for major enterprises, Addleshaw Goddard‘s broad expertise encompasses IT procurement, cloud solutions, and transformational projects. Damon Rosamond-Lanzetta leads the team on IT and outsourcing matters in the financial services, transport, and consumer sectors, with a more recent focus on the challenges raised by GenAI. David Berry has experience in assisting FTSE100 clients on IT deals, while Natalie Trainor provides a depth of expertise advising on tech and digital infrastructure deals. Richard Bonnar has over two decades of experience in counselling and delivering complex government transformational and infrastructure projects. William James has a particular focus on advisory and transactional work in the payments space, while Jonathan Davies is well-versed in tech and outsourcing in the retail, energy, and financial sectors. Iain Mackenzie handles cloud services, software licences, and development contracts.

 

A&O Shearman provides a comprehensive tech offering with a cross-border capability. William Samengo-Turner is a key advisor to large public corporations and emerging enterprises on the full spectrum of corporate and commercial tech matters. Nigel Parker is reputed for his depth of experience in commercial IP and information law. Andrew Kenning is noted for his capabilities in complex telecoms transactions, Ed Moser excels in infrastructure acquisitions and financing, while Charlotte Rowlandson is well-versed in private acquisitions and joint ventures. Fergus Lawrie advises on non-contentious IP matters regarding commercial and corporate contracts. Tom Levine has left the firm to join Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP in May 2024.

Browne Jacobson LLP provides a comprehensive IT, outsourcing, and digital disruption service offering, covering a wide array of matters relating to AI, IOT and cloud computing. The department is jointly steered by Anthony Nagle and Declan Cushley. Nagle’s broad expertise covers tech and business transactions and restructurings, as well as advising on disruptive tech and Fintech. Rowan Armstrong excels in drafting and negotiating cross-border strategic outsourcing arrangements, while Alex Mason handles all aspects of commercial and tech law with a particular focus on the financial services and insurance sector. Khalid Ghazi assists on digital transformations and public-sector matters, and Duncan McMeekin is equipped to oversee tech and outsourcing agreements.

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner operates across the retail, financial services, and sports sectors, covering a broad range of expertise, spanning from disruptive tech to strategic outsourcing, and AI mandates. With over two decades of experience, Marcus Pearl spearheads the practice with expertise in instructing strategic deals. Ben Wheeler is highly knowledgeable in the tech, data centre, and transport sectors. Kate Jeffery advises on complex commercial arrangements and IT outsourcing agreements, while Guy Swillingham has a notable specialism in ERP systems and media tech issues.

Burges Salmon LLP is a key port of call for FTSE companies, tech vendors, and digital businesses for matters regarding regulation, procurement, and IT outsourcing. The practice is jointly led by Martin Cook and Lucy Pegler. Cook provides expert advisory services in tech procurements and outsourcing across the financial sector, while Pegler has particular experience extending to self-driving vehicle technologies. Martin Cuell has expertise in tech transformation projects, as well as the implementation and outsourcing of tech solutions.

Representing Tech multinationals and venture-backed fast-growth companies, Cooley (UK) LLP predominantly handles complex AI contract, regulatory, and IP matters. With over three decades of experience, Chris Coulter heads the practice, covering cybersecurity and IP matters in the digital health, automotive, defence, and national security sectors. Leo Spicer-Phelps stands out for his commercial acumen and extensive expertise in data privacy and tech regulation. Amy Collins advises on restructuring, software, and service launches, while Marzia Di Candido primarily covers software development, licensing, and outsourcing agreements.

Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP provides in-depth expertise in AI, outsourcing, cloud services, and infrastructure deployment. The team is jointly led by Simon Gamlin, Simon Lightman, and Craig Rogers. Gamlin is reputed for his knowledge on system development transactions, ERP projects, and complex software licensing arrangements. Lightman’s key strengths lie in IT outsourcing and regulation, as well as tech-enabled outsourcing in the insurance and pensions sectors. Rogers advises on complex cross-border IT arrangements, blockchain platforms, and Fintech projects. David Murray handles a wide range of tech and commercial arrangements, while Stephanie Shepard has experience in tech deals extending to telecoms outsourcing, software licensing, and cloud sectors.

Strategic sourcing transactions are at the cornerstone of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher, with key services in data-driven transactions and intellectual property. The practice group is co-led by experienced partners Joel Harrison and Alison Beal. Harrison specialises in complex technology and outsourcing matters across the financial services, energy, technology, media, and healthcare sectors, and provides strategic advice on data protection and cybersecurity. Beal stands out for her work on cross-border outsourcing and tech transactions and is also equipped to handle ITOs, BPOs, collaborations, and externalisations.

Lewis Silkin manages a considerable workload, notably handling complex systems integrations and outsourcing, as well as advising on emerging issues in AI and NFTs. James Gill leads the practice and is reputed for his expertise in tech contracts, advising on AI, big data, and SaaS in the retail and financial advertising spaces. Alan Hunt specialises in creating complex tech contracts, including tech development, systems integration, and cloud-based solutions. Roch Glowacki is well-versed in digital media and new technologies, while Sally Hughes is equipped to assist on the development, protection, and exploitation of IP rights. Elizabeth Burton advises on a wide array of matters regarding commercial contracts, including global media buying and advertising agreements.

Mayer Brown International LLP is vastly experienced in procurement, AI, and outsourcing in the financial sector. The practice is led by Oliver Yaros, who is ‘seasoned and experienced’ in AI, Fintech, and digital transformation projects. Mark Prinsley is equipped to handle the entire scope of outsourcing transactions, while Andrew Stewart has a particular focus on complex commercial transactions, acting for clients in finance and accounting, IT, and telecoms. Reece Randall excels in advising professional services clients on onboarding critical outsourced third-party supplied IT services. Ondrej Hajda is particularly impressive in contractual negotiations with SaaS providers.

 

At the forefront of emerging tech matters, Mishcon de Reya LLP‘s key strengths lie in AI, crypto, deep tech, and FinTech advisory. Ashley Williams leads the practice and specialises in navigating data protection issues for high-growth tech companies and multinational companies. Simon Leaf has a particular focus on the tech and sports sectors, advising on a wide array of transactional IP and regulatory issues. Nick Allan‘s is especially active in the video games industry, handling commercial contract negotiations, intellectual property, publishing, and licensing deals. Robert Griffiths excels in resolving complex tech disputes, while James Boyle is noted for his strategic advice on data and privacy protection.

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius UK LLP is experienced in strategic tech, digital transformation, and commercial transactions, notably in the healthcare and pharma sectors. Deputy leader Mike Pierides is reputed for his depth of expertise in tech transactions, including SI, robotic process operations, and digital payments. Oliver Bell excels as a strategic advisor in tech proceedings, while Charlotte Roxon is noted for her capabilities in commercial contracts, complex IT, and business outsourcing. James Mulligan advises on the broad spectrum of financial services, licensing, and tech-specific transactions.

Reed Smith LLP is particularly active in complex outsourcing and digital transformation issues across the Financial, FinTech, Life Sciences, and MedTech sectors. The practice is jointly steered by experienced partners Cynthia O’Donoghue and Howard Womersley Smith. O’Donoghue specialises in complex tech transactions and cybersecurity proceedings, as well as advising on virtual reality, e-commerce, and AI matters, while Smith focuses on data privacy, and outsourcing issues within the financial and FinTech sectors. Philip Thomas has a high level of experience in handling complex IT contracts in the tech, telecoms, and marine industries. Elle Todd is well-versed in tech regulatory issues extending to platform liability, consumer, and online safety.

A key port of call for customers operating in the FinTech, InsurTech, and mobility sectors, Travers Smith LLP is equipped to handle a wide scope of transactions, advisory, and dispute matters.  Louisa Chambers spearheads the practice, bringing a high level of experience and knowledge in IP and data protection in the automotive, retail, and sports sectors to the division. James Longster is notable for IT implementation, outsourcing, and software development in the financial services and leisure sectors predominantly. Sarah Robinson has notable proficiency in privacy and data protection compliance matters.

Alden Legal Limited possesses an ‘outstanding’ depth of knowledge which equips the team to handle space regulatory and transactional matters. The team is spearheaded by Joanne Wheeler, who provides expertise in the field of communications, radio-frequency spectrum, and satellite regulation by leveraging her two decades of experience in the sector. Alex Monk handles commercial contracts and satellite licensing conditions, while Nicholas Tall is noted for his experience in commercial law, rights acquisitions, and exploitation. Richard Eccles is a key advisor in competition law relating to the broadcasting and postal services sectors.

Baker Botts (UK) LLP showcases cross-border capabilities when covering a wide array of matters relating to digital infrastructure projects- particularly subsea cables and data centres. The team is led by Stuart Blythe, who advises on high-value commercial agreements, restructurings, and debt financings. Costa Smith is equipped to handle a wide array of corporate and commercial matters, with a particular focus on private equity, joint ventures, and M&A transactions in the telecoms and infrastructure sectors.

Bates Wells excels in data licensing, and has expanded into the AI field in recent years. The firm’s client roster includes SaaS providers, along with FinTech and energy tech companies. The team is led by Richard Marke, who bolsters the team with his three decades of experience in the tech sector, advising the likes of data wholesalers and robotic manufacturers. Laura Hobbs is equipped to handle commercial contracts and outsourcing, while Leela Fair focuses on SaaS arrangements.

IT projects and outsourcing contracts remain a cornerstone of Codified Legal's offering. The practice is jointly steered by Jeremy Newton and Gavin Wakefield. Newton handles commercial contracts, e-commerce, and data protection matters, while Wakefield advises both tech users and suppliers on a wide array of outsourcing-related contracts. Shazanna Safdar-Karim and Paul Lucas leverage extensive experience in intellectual property. Karim has particular expertise across the financial services, software, and data sectors.

 

Deloitte Legal is geared to support on all aspects of IT law, including AI, robotics, and quantum computing. Paul O’Hare leads on the commercial and tech aspects of the practice, advising on a wide range of cloud-based software contracts, SaaS, and systems implementation. Joanna Conway leads the regulatory practice, focusing on internet law, digital regulation, and risks. Mimi Curran handles the full spectrum of outsourcing arrangements in the health and insurance sectors. Louis Wihl provides negotiation, regulatory, and outsourcing expertise to both customers and suppliers on digital transformation matters, while Luke Golding supports clients in high-value contractual negotiations and regulation across the tech, travel, and hospitality space.

Goodwin is well-equipped to handle matters on intellectual property, alongside strategic transactions covering licensing, service agreements, and outsourcing. The team is led by Gretchen Scott, who provides expertise in tech transactions and partnerships in relation to AI, commercialisation, and intellectual property rights. James Taylor is noted for his focus on fintech regulatory work.

Kemp IT Law is equipped to handle a variety of tech legal services including AI, cloud and cybersecurity. Richard Kemp is praised by clients for being ‘technically brilliant’ and is reputed for his advisory work in tech development, deployment and regulation. Deirdre Moynihan covers the full spectrum of intellectual property, data, and contract law with a particular focus on cloud-based digital transformation projects.

KPMG Law has a well-established client base that includes public companies and government departments. The team is well-equipped to support IT and outsourcing negotiations and regularly advises SaaS providers on their contractual matters. Chris Overton draws upon fifteen years of expertise, with a notable specialism in Fintech regulation and tech contracting. Sean McAninly handles the contract drafting and negotiation sides of complex IT system development and deployment.

Michelmores LLP advises on both contentious and non-contentious tech deals and transactions, with particular expertise in matters relating to AI. The department is jointly steered by Anne Todd, who specialises in AI, digital transformation, and cybersecurity issues, as well as Tom Torkar, who focuses on software licensing, data protection, and outsourcing projects. Iain Connor leads on software copyright disputes, while Nathaniel Lane brings advisory and transactional experience in data protection.

The department at Preiskel & Co LLP is led by a capable trio who provide ‘deep expertise’ in the regulatory, commercial, and corporate telecoms field. Daniel Preiskel takes a ‘hands-on’ approach when creating policy strategies and advising on satellite regulation issues. Ronnie Preiskel frequently handles international commercial telecoms agreements, whilst Jose Saras also provides ‘excellent knowledge’ in data protection when advising on big data matters. Karthyaeni Vittala excels in venture capital and private equity work, and Joanna Coombs-Huang provides extensive experience with commercial contracts such as SaaS, MSAs, and sponsorship.

 

 

Established enterprises and start-ups regularly turn to Stephenson Harwood for advice on emerging technologies and regulated IT outsourcing issues. Simon Bollans spearheads the department with ‘exceptional expertise’ in negotiating complex outsourcing arrangements and procurement of AI-driven systems. Katie Hewson advises on data protection to a wide array of life science, retail, and financial sector clients. Naomi Leach handles advisory work on the IT elements of transformational projects, overseeing elements of IP, private equity, and M&A in the digital health industry.

Stevens & Bolton LLP provides key tech advisory services to an array of sectors, including insurance, automotive, and telecommunications. Charles Maurice heads the practice and has a particular interest in Fintech and crypto matters, alongside counselling on the implementation of new tech. Meanwhile, Beverley Flynn has established experience in advising on contracts, procurement, and e-commerce issues.

Advising on the commercialisation and procurement of new tech is at the heart of Withers LLP‘s offering. At the helm of the practice is Richard Penfold, who leads on intellectual property and data protection matters. Kenneth Mullen advises on licensing and commercial tech across the luxury brands, fashion, and sport sectors. Recently promoted Alex Taylor specialises in commercial arrangements involving intellectual property and complex outsourcings.

 

 

Bortstein Legal Group is equipped to handle tech, outsourcing, data, and commercial contracts, as well as data protection and cybersecurity matters, with a particular focus on Fintech and AI. Benjamin Ross and James Humphrey-Evans jointly steer the practice. Ross is noted for his contractual negotiation expertise, while Humphrey-Evans covers IT and telecoms agreements. Ian McKenzie is active in outsourcing agreements and AI transactions, while Amir Ziton recently acted on commercial transactions for a global cloud service provider.

DAC Beachcroft LLP primarily operates across the Healthtech, Fintech, and Insurtech sectors, showcasing major activity in the cloud services and tech regulation fields. Tim Ryan is reputed for his work in deep tech solutions, AI, and data analytics, while Clarissa Coleman is recognised for disputes in litigation and arbitration. The team has been strengthened by the hire of Andrew Lucas from Dentons, who is well-versed in commercial tech law, with expertise in large-scale outsourcing projects. Alistair Cooper is equipped to handle transactions and commercial contracts, Isabella McMeechan displays an extensive focus on AI, and Lucy Grivvell excels in the dispute resolution sphere.

Fladgate LLP utilises a cross-practice collaboration to cover a wide array of comprehensive tech solutions, spanning from advisory and transactional work to regulatory compliance and data privacy. Tim Wright spearheads the practice with his depth of expertise in commercial, outsourcing, and tech projects in the banking, insurance, and healthcare sectors. Nathan Evans advises on complex strategic project support regarding networking contracts and integration services, while Jan Hoppe specialises in corporate and commercial IT and supply chain contracts. Edward Robinson mainly handles transactional, advisory, and outsourcing work.

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe (UK) LLP shows cross-border capabilities when covering tech transactions, AI, and commercialisation matters. The team is led by Faraaz Samadi, who handles corporate transaction tech services agreements, strategic alliances, and AI matters. Alex Sobolev is well-versed in tech transaction advisory work regarding data privacy and IP. Róisín Culligan focuses on strategic transactions, collaborations, and licensing arrangements, and Anna O’Kelly, predominantly covers cyber security and data privacy matters.

Shoosmiths LLP is noted for its contentious and non-contentious IT and outsourcing work, especially in the FinTech and AI sectors. Sherif Malak focuses on data protection compliance, while Steve Barnett handles venture and growth capital investments. Andrew Bowden-Brown covers crypto litigation, alongside Hannah Field, who is well-equipped to oversee corporate and commercial disputes. Liam Phillips is a name to note for data centre matters.

Spencer West LLP is geared to support on tech transactions, as well as commercial and regulatory telecoms projects. Dhana Doobay draws on her ‘deep knowledge of the technology sector’ to provide expert advice on digital transformation regulatory issues, as well as commercialising and funding innovation for international telcos. Jowanna Conboye is noted for managing large-scale IT outsourcings for law firms. Paolo Caldato counsels on Healthtech dispute resolution and litigation matters, while James Klein concentrates on corporate transactions for tech companies. Ted Mercer is equipped to cover litigation in the telecoms sector, and Rebecca Cheung assists on corporate restructurings for tech companies.

Weightmans LLP operates across both private and public sectors, covering IT procurement and IP matters primarily. Sean Crotty leads the data protection team, while Sarah Walton is active in the tech and retail sector. Laurence Pritchard is a commercial and competition specialist, and Nicola Gonella is well-equipped to handle IP and data protection proceedings. John Schorah provides particular expertise in the video games industry.