Praised for its ‘deep understanding of the software industry’, Boyes Turner is well-versed in technology law. Sarah Williamson oversees the practice and is highly proficient in cloud, IoT, and SaaS solutions; she is also commended for her ‘exceptional knowledge’. Helen Dobson handles intellectual property mandates, and Lucy Cuthbert is informed in advertising law, while Andrea Date is another key team member.

Lauded for its ‘excellent depth of knowledge’, Cripps is noted for its expertise in AI, data protection, and cryptocurrency mandates. With over two decades of experience in the sector, the practice is led by Pete Kenyon, who is skilled at handling issues regarding the commercialisation of software. Irfan Baluch is highly proficient in intellectual property matters, Kathryn Rogers handles technology contracts, and Matthew Holman is knowledgeable of GDPR issues. Elliot Fry is another key team member.

Jointly overseen by Tristan Jonckheer and Sarah Lima, Dentons is praised for its ‘robust legal knowledge with a strong understanding of government, commercial, and technology contexts’. Rukia Khatun is knowledgeable of cloud-based solutions and is commended for her ‘good understanding of commercial realities’, while Esther Rusling is highly skilled at GDPR and cookie policy issues. Dina Mullings is often engaged in matters surrounding intellectual property licenses, while Laura Battle, Rose McDowall, and Lily Harrison are other key team members.

With in-depth fintech and cybersecurity knowledge, Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP is often engaged in technology transactions, intellectual property issues, and AI matters. Lauded as ‘incredibly helpful’, practice head Joanne Vengadesen is skilled at data protection, while Oliver Kidd handles technology agreements. Other key members of the practice include Dan Lovett, Nora Pook, and Thomas Kirby.

The ‘pragmatic and responsive’ practice at Shoosmiths LLP is a key port of call for automotive clients for the full gamut of technology and telecoms matters. Practice head Robin Webb is praised as an ‘exceptional commercial lawyer’ and is well-versed in technology sourcing projects. Sebastian Price is highly knowledgeable of IT acquisitions, outsourcing, and software, while Felicity Forward is skilled at e-commerce compliance mandates.

Commended for its ‘outstanding individuals and strong expertise in IT’, Stevens & Bolton LLP’s recent caseload encompasses SaaS agreements, technology agreements, and AI matters. Practice head Charles Maurice is praised for his ‘strong expertise in fintech’, while Beverley Flynn is skilled at data protection matters. Gary Parnell is often engaged in IT projects and Guy Cartwright is knowledgeable of e-commerce and IT licensing work.

With expertise in developing sectors, including the AI, cybersecurity, and process automation spaces, White & Black Limited is headed up by Andrew Bees. Bees joined the practice in July 2024 and is noted for his capabilities in technology-focused outsourcing projects, while Matt Johnston is praised as a ‘trusted adviser’. Other key members of the practice include Phil Thompson, who often handles cross-border IT projects.

Headed up by Caroline Churchill, Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP is well-regarded in the financial services, technology, and retail sectors. Andrew Kimble is noted for his capabilities in cybersecurity incidents, data protection work, and digital compliance issues, while Sheilah Mackie is experienced in IT projects. Other key members of the team include Andrew Jerrard, who is skilled at technology transactions.

Jointly led by Duncan Walker and Oliver Kelly, Broadfield Law UK LLP’s key strengths lie in technology contracts, software developments, and SaaS mandates. Kelly is highlighted for his transactional capabilities, while David Crease and Sean Kelly are other key team members. Dorothy Agnew arrived to the team from Moore Barlow in December 2024, and brings over two decades of experience in IT, IP, and privacy law to the practice.

A key port of call for cloud-based technology matters and data projects, Clyde & Co's practice is spearheaded by Mark Williamson. Williamson is vastly experienced in e-commerce, business outsourcing, and data protection matters, while Tom Tippett is knowledgeable of SaaS projects. Claire Davies and Craig Lightfoot are other key team members.

Lauded for its specialism in data protection, DMH Stallard LLP is noted for its strength in IT contracting matters, SaaS issues, and e-commerce work. The team is jointly led by Tim Ashdown and John Yates, and Ashdown is vastly experienced in disputes before the High Court. Yates handles intellectual property projects, while Debbie Venn and Rebecca Leeves are praised as ‘professional, but approachable’. Jay Barnett and Georgie Swift are other key team members.

Counting international open-source software and hardware clients on its roster, Moorcrofts LLP is well-versed in IT outsourcing projects. Tim Astley spearheads the department and is knowledgeable of telecoms law, technology business law, and intellectual property matters.

Noted for its ‘extensive knowledge of the TMT sector’, Moore Barlow’s key strengths lie in AI matters, SaaS licensing contracts, as well as software development and outsourcing mandates. The practice is led by John Warchus, who has over two decades of experience in IT and telecoms matters, while Emma Butcher is highlighted by clients for ‘going above and beyond’.

Commended as ‘knowledgeable and insightful’, Trethowans LLP (part of Lawfront)’s recent caseload encompasses software and licensing agreements, data protection issues, and intellectual property matters. Praised for his ‘experience of large and complex contractual negotiations’, Julian Hamblin is knowledgeable of software development work, while Laura Trapnell is informed in SaaS mandates. Other key members of the team include Jason Riley, who often handles IT contracts.

Commended for its ‘excellent knowledge in the area of data privacy’, Clayden Law is knowledgeable of GDPR, fintech, and SaaS mandates. Piers Clayden leads the practice and is informed in software development contracts and master service agreements, while Louisa Taylor is often engaged in data protection policies. Both Clayden and Taylor are praised for providing an ‘excellent service.’

A key port of call for fintech clients, Field Seymour Parkes LLP’s broad caseload encompasses contentious and non-contentious matters, including intellectual property issues, GDPR mandates, and SaaS agreements. With vast experience in commercial litigation, Catherine Ripley oversees the practice and is well-versed in cloud computing and outsourcing agreements.

Headed up by Crispin Dick, Paris Smith LLP is highly proficient in data protection compliance, software development, IT outsourcing, and procurement projects. Dick is noted for his capabilities in platform access agreements, technology transfers, and transactional work, while Ryan Mitchell is well-versed in data protection mandates.

Praised for its ‘knowledgeable and commercial advice’, Tacit Legal LLP is geared to handle data protection and procurement matters. The practice is headed up by Dan Hedley, who is skilled at open-source compliance work, software development projects, cloud services contracts, and software licensing issues. Other key members of the team include Stuart Padgham, who is ‘approachable, timely, pragmatic, and knowledgeable’.