With deep expertise in the AI, life sciences, fintech, cybersecurity and digital media sectors, the technology transactions team at Cooley LLP is well-positioned to advise both domestic and global clients on the full spectrum of matters. The practice encompasses strategic collaboration, joint ventures, licensing and data rights. Based in Palo Alto, TJ Graham sits at the helm of the practice and has extensive experience in high-tech commercial transactions, AI counseling and agreements, as well as software-related matters. Tracy Rubin handles IP transactions, patent portfolio acquisitions, and strategic investments related to the tech space. Caitlin Courtney is a key member of the team and specialises in technology licensing, development and distribution agreements. Based in Boston, Thomas Connors is another notable member of the team, who is experienced in transactions related to fintech, digital health and enterprise software.

DLA Piper LLP (US) is home to a well-experienced technology and commercial transactions team that assists both local and international clients in a wide range of matters. The practice has profound experience advising clients on matters related to M&A, artificial intelligence, joint ventures and open-source software. Victoria Lee spearheads the practice and is based in Sillicon Valley, she has extensive experience in transactional IP work as well as advising global technology companies on product development, launch and monetization strategies. Jeffrey Aronson is a key port of call for transactions related to hardware, software, patent licensing as well as assisting clients with IP aspects of investment and M&A transactions. In Boston, Elizabeth Burkhard focuses her practice on software development, IT transition matters, while in Palo Alto Tzung-Bor Wei brings corporate expertise to the team and assists in M&A and private equity transactions. Another key member of the team is information technology and e-commerce specialist Christopher Stevenson. Mark Lehberg departed from the firm in December 2025.

Operating across 7 offices including Silicon Valley, San Francisco, Santa Monica, New York, Seattle, Boston and Washington DC, Fenwick & West LLP houses an experienced technology transactions practice that advises clients on the full spectrum of technology matters. Their expertise spans M&A, artificial intelligence, IP, hardware, software and gaming, servicing huge global clients including Niantic, Coinbase and Meta. Jennifer Stanley leads the practice from San Francisco, and has extensive experience advising games, digital media and entertainment companies on a wide range of technology transactions. Rufus Pichler focuses his practice on inbound and outbound licence agreements as well as development and commercialization agreements, while Joseph Schenck has extensive experience advising clients in commercial transactions in the games and eSports sectors. In Santa Monica, Andrew Klungness is a key member of the team assisting clients with complex strategic alliances and joint ventures. Also based in Santa Monica, Julia Arruda Rosenthal is another notable member of the team with expertise in fintech and blockchain matters. Former co-head of the practice Jonathan Millard departed the firm.

The team at Kirkland & Ellis LLP is regularly turned to by both domestic and international clients for the gamut of matters including software licensing, outsourcing agreements, M&A, joint ventures and collaborations. The practice spans the US and Europe operating across numerous offices in London, Austin, Bay Area, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, Palo Alto, Salt Lake City, and San Francisco. In Chicago, Daniel Lewis focuses on advising both private equity and public company clients on acquisitions and sales of business in the technology space. Aaron Lorber focuses his practice on structuring, drafting and negotiating business transactions including M&A deals and strategic alliances. Seth Traxler has extensive experience in licensing work, collaborations and joint ventures, while in New York, Daisy Darvall focuses on IP protection, open-source and data privacy issues. Also based in New York, Shellie Freedman assists clients with outsourcing arrangements and strategic commercial contracts. The team was further strengthened with the arrival of Rami Sherman from Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP, in January 2025.

Situated within a global network, Latham & Watkins maintains a strong position in the technology transactions market and is well-equipped to advise a diverse range of clients in various matters including digital infrastructure, data privacy, intellectual property, and strategic licences. The practice houses experienced individuals with extensive knowledge in AI, digital health, gaming, fintech, semiconductors and cybersecurity. Ghaith Mahmood co-leads the practice from Los Angeles, and has in-depth experience advising clients on all aspects of IP and technology transactions, including licensing and commercialising IP assets. Based in Washington DC, Morgan Brubaker focuses her practice on structuring and negotiating technology related acquisitions and transactions, particularly related to IP exploitation and licensing. In Silicon Valley, Michelle Gross specialises in supporting clients with the integration and deployment of AI solutions. Other key members of the team include New York based Pelin Serpin and Boston-based Deborah Hinck. Sarah Gagan departed the firm in February 2025.

Morrison Foerster remains a market leader in the US for technology transactions, servicing clients in the Ag tech, Fintech, life sciences and healthcare industries in a wide array of matters. Often collaborating with their Europe and Asia teams, the practice is well-equipped to handle generative and interactive AI, digital media, semiconductors and data centers related work. Based in San Francisco, the practice group is co-led by experienced professionals Tessa Schwartz, who specialises in transactions related to machine learning and interactive and digital assets and media; and Aaron Rubin who focuses on the structuring and negotiating of strategic licensing and collaboration deals. William Schwartz has extensive experience in advising on computing matters such as hardware, open-source and proprietary software, while Justin Haan focuses on AI related deals. Based in Palo Alto, Stephanie Sharron advises on the commercial and IP aspects of M&A and asset spin-off transactions. In New York, Anthony Ramirez is another notable member of the team assisting clients with matters related to cloud-based technology and software development.

With Fortune 100 tech companies in its established client base, Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP has a longstanding reputation for technology transactions advising clients on the entire range of issues. Their practice encompasses transactional IP, strategic alliances, licensing agreements, outsourcing agreements and AI licensing. Based in New York, Charan Sandhu leads the group and has extensive experience in technology development, distribution agreements and IP litigation settlements. Dennis Adams focuses on the sale, use and commercial exploitation of IP and technology, while Olivia Greer represents clients in privacy and cybersecurity matters. Liza Cotter is a key port of call for various data protection issues and in San Francisco Max Scott handles a range of IP deals. The team’s reach was further extended with the arrival of David Markman from DLA Piper LLP (US) in July 2025.

Representing clients across various sectors, the technology transactions team at A&O Shearman assists clients with a wide variety of matters, including technology focused M&A, contentious and regulatory issues and fintech. Based in Silicon Valley, three experienced attorneys lead the practice, Daren Orzechowski, and Daniel Mitz. Orzechowski boasts over 25 years of experience in the sector advising clients on licensing matters and Mitz handles cross-border M&A. In San Francisco, Alexander Touma specializes in intellectual property transactions. Other key members of the team include New York based JB Betker. Christopher Forrester, Dario De Martino and Michael Dorf have departed the team.

With a global footprint, Baker McKenzie‘s technology transactions practice advises on a wide array of matters involving artificial intelligence, blockchain, machine learning, and cloud computing. At the helm of the practice, Adam Aft operates from the Chicago office and has significant experience in technology related M&A, joint ventures and cloud agreements. In San Francisco, Jonathan Tam specialises in advising video game and media companies on e-commerce and AI regulations, while Derek Liu handles all aspects of M&A with a particular focus in the technology and life sciences sector. Based in New York, Alysha Preston is another key member of the team and focuses her practice on licensing and collaboration agreements. Samuel Kramer departed the firm in June 2025.

At Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP, the technology transactions practice advises both public and private companies including emerging growth companies and Fortune 10 companies. The team is well-equipped to assist clients with data licensing, machine learning, and IP related issues, across various sectors including energy, real estate and finance. Based in New York, the practice group is co-led by experienced individuals Jason Greenberg, who specializes in technology contracts, strategic alliance and outsourcing agreements, and Michael Kleinman who focuses on M&A, financings and corporate transactions related to data privacy.

With a particularly active technology transactions practice, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP represents clients in intellectual property, strategic technology and data-driven transactions. The practice is adept at handling a range of matters including the development, acquisition and licensing and commercialization of technology. Based in New York, Daniel Angel has over 20 years of experience in the field and advises clients on matters related to outsourcing and information technology. In Los Angeles, Kari Krusmark assists clients with systems implementation and cloud services, while New York based, Meghan Hungate supports biotech, energy and aerospace clients with software related issues. Ryan Oringer is a key port of call for strategic commercial contracts.

Comprising of licensing, technology and patent prosecution experts, the technology transactions practice at Goodwin, advises clients on strategic alliances, collaborations, M&A and patent licensing. Stephen Charkoudian co-leads the team from Boston and has extensive experience in assisting clients with open-source issues, artificial intelligence and machine learning matters. Also based in Boston, Bethany Withers is knowledgeable in regulatory developments related to AI and is experienced in handling joint development agreements. In Silicon Valley, Sanjeet (“Sanj”) K. Dutta handles a range of technology matters including robotics, semiconductors and patent prosecution, while Kevin Lam focuses on the licensing and commercialization of intellectual property. Based in San Francisco, Kevin Liu handles data privacy and cybersecurity related matters.

Supporting a wide range of clients in the automotive, healthcare, telecommunications, finance and media industries, the technology transactions department at Venable LLP is capable of handling licensing, data protection, and joint ventures. The group is under the joint leadership of San Francisco based, James E Nelson, who has significant experience in end-user agreements and M&A and Washington DC based, William Russell, who focuses on cross-border technology collaborations. Christopher Kim has experience in development projects for emerging technologies, including quantum computing and artificial intelligence. Other notable members of the team include San Francisco based Cameron Cole and Washington DC based Ryan Sweigard.

Drawing on the firm’s wider international presence, the technology transactions practice at White & Case LLP has expertise across a range of sectors including energy, digital tech, fintech, and media tech. Based in New York, Arlene Arin Hahn sits at the helm of the practice and represents clients on disruptive technology transactions. Erin Hanson has extensive experience in non-traditional technology collaborations and matters related to generative AI. Burr Eckstut handles a wide range of IP transactions and joint venture agreements, and in Los Angeles Linda Sim focuses on software and data licensing agreements as well as outsourcing matters.

Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP has a robust technology transactions practice, representing clients in the crypto, cleantech, healthcare and insurance industries in M&A, strategic alliances, cloud services and AI services. The practice is jointly steered by New York based Matthew Makover and Palo Alto based Matthew Berger. Makover advises on a range of intellectual property matters including the sale and licensing of patents, trademarks, and software, while Berger handles various complex technology transactions. Tiffany Lee is a key port of call for advising on cutting-edge developments in AI and quantum computing and in New York, Eugene Chang assists clients with outsourcing and licensing matters.

At Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton, the group is well-equipped to handle a range of high profile and cross-border technology transactions, and their expertise extends to quantum computing, cloud solutions, artificial intelligence and fintech. The department often collaborates with their cybersecurity, data privacy and data protection teams, utilising their expertise when related issues may arise. The practice group is co-led by experienced individuals: New York based Daniel Ilan represents leading technology companies and multinational corporations in licensing and generative AI acquisitions, and San Francisco-based Marcela Robledo handles matters related to IP, and drafting generative AI policies.

Representing technology companies, including entrepreneurial startups and blue-chip global corporations, the technology transactions practice at Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP is capable of handling a wide range of matters, including technology related M&A, licensing, and data and AI technology related acquisitions. In New York, David Kappos spearheads the practice, and handles a range of complex intellectual property issues within the technology sector, including patents, copyrights, trademarks and protection of IP assets. Sasha Rosenthal-Larrea, focuses on software and AI matters as well as patent and copyright licensing and collaborations. Drawing from his corporate background, Nicholas Dorsey assists technology clients with various financial transactions. Other key members of the team include Ryan J. Wichtowski and Kathryn-Ann Stamm.

The technology, outsourcing and procurement team at Eversheds Sutherland assists a diverse range of clients from startups, to data analytics firms, and infrastructure providers on a wide variety of issues. The team has in-depth expertise across various sectors, including data centers, cybersecurity and blockchain, insurance and energy. The practice is collectively led by a quintet of experienced attorneys: Washington DC-based William Dudzinsky and Michael Bahar; San Francisco-based Brandi Taylor; New York-based Bob Copps; and Atlanta-based Rachel Reid. Dudzinsky advises on a range of technology matters, Bahar and Taylor focus on privacy related work, Copps specialises in M&A and Reid leads on regulatory matters in the AI space. The firm’s reach was further extended with the arrival of Bradford Newman from Baker McKenzie in July 2025.

Operating across offices in New York, Silicon Valley, San Francisco, Washington DC, the technology team at Freshfields includes Google, Uber and Oracle in its established client base advising on a wide range of matters. Based in New York, Menachem Kaplan sits at the helm of the practice and has significant experience in intellectual property matters with a particular focus on licensing, joint ventures and corporate transactions. In San Francisco, Marissa Yu focuses on technology transactions including public and private cross-border M&A and strategic partnerships, and New York based, Danny Spencer, handles data and commercial matters.

With experienced professionals operating from Atlanta, Dallas and Washington DC, the technology, privacy and cybersecurity team at Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton has deep expertise in a range of matters including licensing agreements, cloud-based services, robotics and data-driven solutions. The practice is under the leadership of Josh Ganz, who is based in Atlanta and handles various cross-border technology transactions, including software licensing, data rights and joint ventures. In Washington DC, Sonia Baldia has a strong IP practice and advises on issues related to generative AI and digital transformation. Another notable member of the team is Atlanta-based, Maha Khalaj, who handles outsourcing and commercial agreements.

Praised by clients for its ‘client focused and results-driven team of excellent professionals’, Norton Rose Fulbright houses an experienced technology transactions team with expertise across various industries including transport, life sciences, finance and healthcare. The team is well-experienced in handling matters such as tech regulations, data protection and artificial intelligence. The Atlanta-based team is led by Sean Christy, with significant experience in digital outsourcing transactions. Chuck Hollis focuses on technology transactions in the hospitality, manufacturing and consumer products industries. Other notable members of the team include Tim Carlton, who handles strategic outsourcing arrangements and Michelle Meiselman, who focuses on sale and implementation of cloud services.

With a strong focus on representing global innovators, the technology team at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP advises clients on corporate technology deals, generative AI deals, and outsourcing. The department is under the leadership of Edward Cavazos, who is based in Austin and assists clients with disruptive technology matters, with a focus on internet, software, open-source and blockchain. In San Francisco, Paul Casas has experience supporting entrepreneurs, investors, and startup companies in technology related M&A. Justin Hovey represents clients in the video game, social media and entertainment space, while Austin based, Elizabeth Zimmer focuses on data center, cloud, AI and SaaS agreements.

Led by experienced professional Lori Lesser, the intellectual property team at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP are well-versed in a range of IP and privacy issues related to technology, artificial intelligence, software and cybersecurity. Based in New York, Lesser leads the practice and advises clients on all aspects of technology work including licensing, outsourcing, strategic agreements and corporate transactions. Caroline Geiger supports clients in technology related M&A, carve-outs, and financings, while James Talbot focuses on transactional IP including those related to technology development and outsourcing.

The technology transactions and licensing practice at WilmerHale advises startups and banks, and is well-equipped to handle a wide array of matters, including technology related M&A, venture capital, strategic alliances, licensing and outsourcing. Jeff Johnson leads the practice from Boston and has in-depth experience in the development and commercialization of technology, with a particular focus on drafting and negotiation of various contracts. Ariel Soiffer focuses on outsourcing transactions, machine learning and AI advice as well as cybersecurity related matters. In San Francisco, Stephen Gillespie assists clients with hardware, blockchain and SaaS related matters.

With offices across San Francisco, Silcon Valley, Austin, New York, London and Singapore, the attorneys at Baker Botts L.L.P. are well-positioned to advise clients on country specific laws and local market trends in cross-border technology transactions. The group assists clients with various matters including energy tech, venture capital transactions, M&A and licensing. Samantha Hale Crispin leads the practice from Dallas, and has significant experience advising media, technology and energy tech clients in all aspects of M&A. In New York, Jonathan Gordon supports technology clients with acquisitions, and in Washington DC, Brendan Dignan has significant expertise in the fintech and blockchain space. Other key members of the team include Austin based Steve Mann and J. Michael Portillo.

At Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner, the technology and commercial transactions practice handles a wide range of technology related matters including, M&A, cloud migration, artificial intelligence and digital transformation. The department leverages its cross-disciplinary AI taskforce to advise clients on all aspects of AI related matters. Marcus Pearl chairs the global technology practice and Jason Haislmaier leads the US technology practice from Boulder. Haislmaier is experienced in corporate transactions related to the technology sector, as well as open-source software licensing and compliance work. Darian Mendez is a notable member of the team with experience handling cloud service agreements, licensing, SaaS and technology service agreements.

Representing multinational corporations, the IP and commercial transactions team at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP is well-positioned to advise on a wide variety of matters including information technology, cloud services, AI development and licensing and network agreements. With a corporate background, Frank Azzopardi leads the team from New York and has in-depth experience assisting technology companies in joint ventures and strategic collaborations. Pritesh Shah has vast experience advising clients in complex IP-driven transactions in technology and focuses on carve-outs and spinoffs. Another noteworthy member of the team is Matthew Bacal, who supports clients in AI and data privacy matters.

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP houses an experienced technology team that advises global technology, Fortune 500, and fintech companies as well as investors in a wide array of matters including the development, implementation and licensing of artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies. The department is under the leadership of three experienced professionals, New York-based Brittany Bacon and Richmond, VA based Mayme Donohue and Jeffrey Harvey. Bacon is experienced in advising technology clients on AI, biometrics and data monetization, Donohue focuses on blockchain and distributed ledger technology and Harvey specialises in outsourcing transactions. In New York, Michael La Marca is also a notable member of the team handling privacy and cybersecurity issues.

Acting for clients across a wide range of industry sectors including insurance, automotive, healthcare and retail, the technology and sourcing practice at Loeb & Loeb LLP is well-equipped to advise clients on technology licensing, acquisition, IP issues and open-source technology matters. Based in New York, Kenneth Adler co-leads the firm and has vast experience in all types of outsourcing and technology agreements, as well as cloud computing and artificial intelligence matters. In Chicago, Liz Allen leads the teams AI taskforce and counsels clients on compliance and use of artificial intelligence tools and Amir Azaran focuses on software and data licensing, SaaS and cloud computing solutions. Allison Schwartz and Benjamin Kabak are also key contacts within the team.

At Sheppard, the technology transactions group specialises in various industry sectors, including healthcare IT, fashion, retail, and digital media, the team is well positioned to advise on IP licensing, strategic alliances, and joint ventures. The department is led by a trio of professionals, Brian Anderson; Michael Orlando; and David Schnapp. Anderson, based in the San Francisco office, is knowledgeable in intellectual property law, in San Diego Orlando handles outsourcing and commercial transactions, Schnapp, based in the New York practice, advises on information security and privacy.