Next Generation Partners

IT and telecoms in North

Mincoffs Solicitors LLP

Mincoffs Solicitors LLP advises on a wide range of complex matters across the technology sector, including software licensing, outsourcing and e-commerce issues, acting for both private and public sector clients. The firm represents high-profile technology companies and continues to grow its reputation in data protection and sector-specific IP matters. The team advises software developers, video game studios, biotech firms and university spin-offs. Antony Hall leads the team, offering strategic advice on software and digital media matters. Jennifer Wade focuses on IT contracts, Hannah Nagel brings strong data protection expertise, and Hannah Flowers is noted for her work on IP and IT agreements.

Responsables de la pratique:

Antony Hall


Autres avocats clés:

Jennifer Wade; Hannah Nagel; Hannah Flowers


Les références

‘The team’s knowledge of the tech sector, the specific scenarios presented have been very impressive. The team have helped us to successfully secure contracts to finalise terms. To approach situations from a balanced and forward-looking perspective to achieve a successful outcome.’

‘The legal firm we worked with stands out due to its exceptional responsiveness, deep industry expertise, and collaborative approach. Their ability to quickly grasp complex commercial and technology-related matters made them a valuable partner.’

‘The individuals we worked with stood out for their responsiveness, commercial mindset, and clear communication. Their approach and ability to simplify complex issues set them apart from competitors.’

Principaux clients

Erudus Limited


Innovit Inc


Steamforged Games Ltd


DUO Global Consulting Limited


SQCDP.co.uk Ltd


Frontline Integrity Ltd


AH Technology Ltd


CalWin Ltd


Dexory Limited


Hexopay Limited


ART Health Solutions


The Station Hotel (Newcastle) Limited


Nebula Labs Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Steamforged Games on the contractual arrangements for a variety of mobile applications for games Warmachine, Streetmasters and Euthia and advised the business on the e-commerce arrangements for the expansion of its webstore.
  • Advised Californian-headquartered global data management provider Innovit Europe Limited on various technology contracts entered into with customers in the EEA area.
  • Advised human resources consulting company DUO Global Consulting on the SaaS arrangements for a software tool designed to help employers effect behavioural change and improve organisational culture.

Muckle LLP

Muckle LLP’s IT team is recognised for its strong expertise across legal, regulatory and operational issues related to mobile apps, APIs, open source, cloud computing and data protection. The team is highly regarded for its work on data protection compliance, technology development programmes and scale-up business advice. Alex Craig leads the commercial team and is a key adviser on IT, data and IP issues, with a particular focus on data protection strategy and compliance. George Festing oversees the firm’s contentious IT work, advising on a wide range of technology-related disputes.

Responsables de la pratique:

Alex Craig


Autres avocats clés:

George Festing; Adam Rayner; Tom Justice


Les références

‘Tom Justice and his team have been fantastic at providing us with guidance and support for every aspect of our business’s legal requirements. If Tom has required additional elements from the wider Muckle team, they have also been very clear and concise with their support. They have assisted with all legal contracts and ensured that any advice required by me was in my company’s best interest and future proofing of all contracts.’

‘I have worked with the team at Muckle LLP on and off for the past few years. In every interaction I have found that whilst acting with complete professionalism they also bring to their advice common sense, they consider the implications and real world things that would could change how we deal with a situation.’

‘Muckle is completely different, they make dealing with complex and often upsetting situations easy, giving the advice needed to get the job done.’

Principaux clients

Mandata


ISG


Aspire Technology Solutions


MRI Software Limited


Trustack


TVCA


The Algorithm People Limited


Great North Air Ambulance


Fairstone


Parkrun


ClearCourse Partnership Acquireco Finance Limited


The University of Newcastle upon Tyne


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised ClearCourse Partnership Acquireco Finance Limited (ClearCourse) on its acquisition of the entire issued share capital of CSY Retail Systems Ltd (CSY).
  • Advised an international real estate software company in High Court litigation over a SaaS contract.
  • Advising a Higher Education institute on a suite of template IT contracts for a range of IT provision.

Ward Hadaway LLP

Ward Hadaway LLP delivers high-quality IT legal services across a range of sectors including the technology, energy, healthcare, retail, insurance and transport industries. The team is noted for its expertise in technology agreements, outsourcings, privacy matters, IT disputes and emerging areas such as AI, public sector procurement, and net-zero transition litigation. Damien Charlton leads the commercial team, and Judy Baker, an IT law and data protection specialist, brings a strong technical background and advises across the public, private and third sectors. Tim Toomey handles IT disputes, acting for major IT service providers and insurers as part of the firm’s commercial litigation offering.

Responsables de la pratique:

Damien Charlton


Autres avocats clés:

Judy Baker; Tim Toomey; Matthew Cormack; Phil Tomkins; Rob Eldon


Les références

‘The team quickly grasps the issue you are asking for advice on and responds quickly. I have a great deal of faith in them that whatever their advice is, it will be well researched, thought through and accurate.’

‘Judy Baker has thorough, up-to-date knowledge on all technology law issues. She is very quick to understand what I’m asking (although I’m not sure I’m always very clear!) and gives very thorough, clear and easy to understand advice.’

‘We have used Ward Hadaway to support a large IT procurement project, and their work has involved advising on procurement and also in constructing a model contract. Responses to queries and the delivery of work was rapid.’

Principaux clients

NW FireControl Limited (NWFC)


Isagenix International LLC


The General Optical Council


North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust (NCIC)


JumpDEMAND Inc. t/a ActiveDEMAND


A Share & Sons Ltd t/a ScS


The Inn Collection Group


Bannatyne Fitness Ltd


NBS Enterprises Ltd t/a NBS


The British Sociological Association


Weightmans

Weightmans’ IT team is known for advising fast-growing tech companies and large corporates on major technology projects and disputes. The team provides end-to-end support, from commercialising technology and securing external funding to navigating shareholder and contract disputes, cyber litigation, and data-related issues. Paul Wigham leads the team, specialising in acquisitions and disposals. Duncan Reid advises on corporate transactions, including private equity and venture capital-related work. Nathan Bilton brings expertise in ICT and data protection, frequently advising on software licences, SaaS agreements and development projects.

Responsables de la pratique:

Paul Wigham


Autres avocats clés:

Duncan Reid; Nathan Bilton; Nick Gray


Les références

‘The service was efficient and professional from the beginning, the process was clearly explained.’

‘A wide variety of knowledgeable and experienced staff are available when things take an unexpected turn.’

‘The point of contact for our case was Nick Gray, who was faultless throughout, and an absolute pleasure to work with.’

Principaux clients

Northstar Ventures


Hicomply Limited


Oak Engage


Perwyn Advisors UK


Maven Capital Partners


Givepanel Inc


Screenreach Interactive Limited


Drone AG


Altitude Angel


Lead Ventures


Runecast Solutions


Recite Me


Foresight Group LLP


BoomFi Ltd


Red Rover Interactive Ltd


Grid Finder Ltd


Lloyds Development Capital (LDC)


Fat32 Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Acted for games developer Red Rover Interactive on its $15m Series A investment, led by South Korean gaming heavyweight Krafton Inc.
  • Advised cloud-based service delivery business Urban Massage on the potential outsourcing of its IT function and migration of its platform to a service provider in Bulgaria.

Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP

Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP excels in digitalisation and emerging technology projects, combining legal expertise with strong technology literacy. The team advises across a range of sectors including the financial services, manufacturing, chemicals, retail, transport, and digital spaces. Caroline Churchill leads the team, drawing on her experience with global tech providers and a background in US law to advise on complex transactions, with a focus on AI and quantum computing. Sarah Daun is highly skilled in data protection and e-commerce work, offering valuable insight on compliance and privacy in evolving digital environments.

Responsables de la pratique:

Caroline Churchill


Autres avocats clés:

Sarah Daun; Chris Bowen


Les références

‘Sarah Daun and her team have got to know our business, and as such, the advice they give is from a place of knowledge. Her team are proactive and always willing to work with ideas or challenges.’

‘Sarah Daun and Caroline Churchill especially deserve mentioning. They are competent and willing to listen to new thoughts/ideas/ways of working whilst guiding our company through the legal complexities of contract law here in the UK and elsewhere.’

‘We have used the team for their specialist IT knowledge. They have an in-depth knowledge of this area that goes beyond most commercial legal teams. They have a very commercial and practical approach to negotiations, which results in efficiency and workable outcomes for all.’

Principaux clients

Northumbria University


Adaptix Limited


Home Group Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Continued to advise Northumbria University on a pro bono basis on the legal aspects of a digital supply chain testbed for spare parts, which includes the data sharing and collaboration arrangements, together with the terms of use for the testbed.
  • Advised Adaptix on a number of key commercial agreements for exclusive distributorship rights and for research purposes.
  • Advised Home Group on the migration of one of its key business-critical IT suppliers to a new Crown Commercial Services Call Off Framework.

Sintons LLP

Sintons LLP’s IT team continues to support a broad client base, including regional start-ups and established businesses, advising on everything from template terms to complex SaaS agreements. The team is particularly strong in health-tech and handling matters at the intersection of IP and emerging technologies. Karen Simms leads the team, advising across the public, private and third sectors on IT, IP and health-tech contracts. Louise Weatherhead is a data protection specialist with significant tech sector experience, while Pippa Aitken focuses on commercial contracts and brand exploitation in new technologies.

Responsables de la pratique:

Karen Simms


Autres avocats clés:

Louise Weatherhead; Pippa Aitken


Les références

‘Pippa Aitken is very knowledgeable. She understood and challenged our brief. Set realistic timeframes and we really valued her expertise and through approach to meeting our needs.’

‘A personable approach to giving us the support we need.’

‘The firm has a considerable pool of talent. They are very welcoming of input from us to tailor a great solution. Their output is very much customer-focused.’

Principaux clients

Decerna Limited


Cockerel Software Limited


Lamp House Strategy Limited


Creative Lighthouse Limited


Advokataktiebolaget Nordic Law


International Veterinary Orthopaedic Academy LLP


Twinview Limited


The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust


Co Wheels UK Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Supported Cockerel Software Limited on contractual documents and onboarding processes relating to its innovative software platform.
  • Advised a Swedish furniture company on the data protection aspects of electronic marketing of its products to UK-based customers.
  • Reviewed the IT contracts of a national insurance intermediary relating to (i) voice analytics, (ii) SaaS HR subscription agreement and (iii) new website design and development.