Bird & Bird LLP has an excellent telecommunications offering and works closely with key players in the data centre industry on issues pertaining to 5G connectivity, security and satellites. In the IT arena, the team provides support across a range of sectors including financial services, defence, public and retail on disputes, copyright and corporate technology. Ronald Hendrikx is experienced in communications projects and co-heads the practice alongside outsourcing expert Mark Leach. Graeme Maguire is a leading regulatory lawyer, handling both financings and disputes, while Roger Bickerstaff is well-versed in all aspects of the software industry, including licensing, distribution and cloud. Ian Edwards focuses on commercial contracts, with support from Jonathan Emmanuel.

Bristows LLP’s IT and telecoms practice offers a broad range of technology services, including M&A, outsourcing, contracts, network outsourcing deals, commercial disputes and patents. The practice undertakes regulatory enforcement work for Ofcom, in addition to acting for other fibre providers and alt-net players. Toby Crick, who works on outsourcing projects for clients in the energy, health and financial services sectors, jointly leads the team alongside patent litigation expert Myles Jelf. Anna Cook specialises in high-end IT litigation, while Adrian Sim advises on outsourcing transactions. Angela Fouracre acts on both the supplier and customer side of IT disputes, and Chris Holder is noted for his expertise in the healthcare industry.

The technology practice at Clifford Chance LLP is skilled in IT outsourcing and strategic contracting, in addition to handling investment and development work in relation to emerging technologies. In the regulatory arena, the team is currently advising leading industry players such as Comcast and Spotify on compliance with competition and antitrust matters. Co-head André Duminy focuses on commercial transactions, M&A and outsourcing arrangements, while Jennifer Chimanga acts on strategic inbound acquisitions and investments. Jonathan Kewley focuses on data, cybersecurity and AI issues, with support from Zayed Al Jamil.

Dentons provides the full spectrum of services, with demonstrable experience advising on matters concerning IT and telecoms, commercial contracts, M&A, IP, regulatory and data privacy. Additionally, the practice is noted for its expertise in emerging and disruptive technologies, such as blockchain, AI, satellites and quantum technology. Transactional lawyer Henrietta Baker, who specialises in technology and telecoms transactions, strategic sourcing and commercial contracts, jointly leads the team alongside, Tristan Jonckheer, who is a key contact for telecoms regulatory advice. Dan Burge advises on high-end strategic technology procurement, business process re-engineering and outsourcing projects, while Martin Fanning handles e-commerce and advertising compliance issues. Other key contacts in the group include Andy Lucas and Sarah Lima, both of whom advise on IT outsourcing and business-critical technology projects for clients in the public and private sectors.

DLA Piper acts across a broad range of contentious and non-contentious technology and outsourcing mandates, with additional experience advising on matters concerning telecoms, including mobile towers, spectrum regulation, core networks, fibre broadband and satellite. The team is also well-versed in licensing, operational, regulatory and litigious matters. Mark O’Conor, who assists both public and private sector clients on aspects of IT law, cloud computing and public procurement, jointly leads the team alongside Mike Conradi, who spearheads the international telecoms offering. Kit Burden handles outsourcing and technology transactions, while Chloe Forster advises on AI and automation, blockchain and other digital and emerging technologies. Anthony Day, who handles cross-border transformation projects, is another key contact in the group.

The data and technology transactions practice at Latham & Watkins delivers specialist advice to companies on all stages of their lifecycle covering contractual issues, outsourcing, procurement, data protection and privacy. The team, which is experienced in disruptive technologies and issues pertaining to IP and licensing, is jointly led by data privacy and security expert Gail Crawford and Andrew Moyle, who stands out for his expertise in outsourcing and fintech matters. Fiona Maclean handles the regulatory implications of data-centric technologies, while transactional lawyer Christian McDermott has been at the forefront of developments surrounding NFTs and digital assets. Elva Cullen, who focuses on IP-related matters and online platforms regulatory issues, is another key contact in the group.

Linklaters LLP has experience advising on a broad range of IT matters, from outsourcing and cloud to developing fields, such as AI, digital regulation and med-tech. In the telecoms arena, the team is well-versed in communications and digital infrastructure issues relating to towers, fibre, subsea cables, data centres and digital advertising. Julian Cunningham-Day spearheads the global technology, fintech and telecoms sector groups and has considerable experience advising on commercial and regulatory telecoms and IT projects, while David Martin focuses on digital infrastructure transactions spanning all key asset classes. Georgina Kon handles software licensing issues and contentious mandates, while Richard Cumbley acts for multinationals on regulatory and sourcing work, with support from Iain Fenn.

Charles Russell Speechlys LLP acts for clients across the full IT supply chain, from data centre operators and cloud service providers to software providers and customers purchasing IT solutions. The firm is noted for its standout experience in IT disputes and insur-tech-related matters. Mark Bailey has particular specialism in regulated IT sector contracting and co-heads the team alongside transactional lawyer Mark Howard. Jason Saiban assists clients with supply and procurement agreements, while Megan Paul focuses on large-scale commercial agreements, including outsourcing transactions. Caroline Young, who advises on a broad range of technology and procurement contracts, is another key contact in the group.

Fieldfisher has demonstrable experience in the technology arena, advising on matters concerning privacy, projects and outsourcing, communications, satellite and financial services. The practice is particularly well-versed in telecoms work, in addition to advising on the regulatory aspects of AI mandates. Simon Briskman leads the team and has experience in handling matters relating to digital transformation and data centres, while IT and outsourcing specialists Paul Barton and John Worthy act for software companies in the financial services and public sectors. James Walsh handles network infrastructure issues, while Paul Graham works on data privacy and cloud implementation projects. John Brunning, who acts on both the customer and supplier side of technology transactions, is another key contact in the group.

The IT team at Mills & Reeve LLP advises on cutting-edge matters concerning, blockchain, crypto-exchanges, digital wallets and IoT, with additional expertise in cloud computing and neural network technology. The practice is led by Jagvinder Singh Kang, who has a wealth of experience in technology, data protection and cybersecurity, while Alison Ross-Eckford specialises in IT sourcing, transformation, renegotiation projects and financial services work. Kevin Calder advises government departments on large-scale IT projects, while data protection expert Peter Wainman focuses on matters relating to health technology.

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Norton Rose Fulbright has demonstrable experience advising on large-scale innovative IT projects, such as technology joint ventures, consortia and collaborations involving emerging and disruptive technologies. The practice is also well-versed in M&A, technology-related disputes and competition matters. Sean Murphy, who assists clients on the development and deployment of financial services technology, jointly leads the team alongside Oliver Stacey and James Russell, who specialises in outsourcing and IP. Finance expert Daniel Metcalfe advises on cross-border transactions involving towers, cable and data centers, while Marcus Evans  handles data protection, privacy and cyber security mandates.

Osborne Clarke LLP acts for major technology and telecoms clients in key sectors, such as cloud-based solutions, AI, blockchain, financial services and transport. John Buyers, who is a commercial outsourcing and IT specialist with experience in domestic and international transactions, jointly leads the team alongside Mark Taylor, who handles matters concerning data protection, cybersecurity and fintech. Jon Fell advises operators and service providers on network sharing, managed services and commercial technology arrangements.

RPC advises on technology contracts, outsourcing matters, regulatory issues, fund raising mandates and M&A transactions, in addition to technology-related disputes. The practice is also able to assist clients on innovative projects, with industry knowledge in emerging technologies, such as NFTs, AI and InsurTech. Jeremy Drew, who advises on contentious and non-contentious technology matters, jointly leads the team alongside Mark Crichard, who focuses on mandates concerning procurement and outsourcing. Tom Purton is well-versed in commercial contracts, while Charles Buckworth is handles fintech matters. The team was bolstered in 2022 by the arrival of specialist tech litigator Helen Armstrong from Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner.

Taylor Wessing LLP acts for high-profile investors, from early stage funds and international venture capital firms to corporate investors and sovereign wealth funds. The practice supports clients through the full lifecycle of matters across both advisory and contentious issues. Josef Fuss, who acts for investors, companies and entrepreneurs on joint venture and M&A mandates, jointly leads the team alongside Mark Owen, who handles trade mark, copyright and other IP issues. Graham Hann focuses on commercial and IT matters in the telecoms sector, and is another key contact in the group.

In the technology arena, Wiggin LLP advises on large-scale commercial and regulatory projects, with demonstrable experience in working with disruptive technologies. The practice also provides regulatory assistance on communication services and products. Gordon Moir, who specialises in issues relating to market access and regulation of telecoms services, jointly leads the team alongside litigation expert Mark Deem and Marcus Bagnall, who handles matters concerning blockchain, NFTs and token classifications. Victoria Harris–Honrado, who is an expert in competition and network regulation, is another key contact in the group.

The IT team at Addleshaw Goddard has experience across the financial services, retail, consumer, energy and pharmaceutical industries. Key areas of expertise include advising on emerging technologies, IT outsourcings, acquisitions and technology-related disputes. Practice head Damon Rosamond-Lanzetta handles outsourcing transactions in the financial services and consumer sectors with the support of David Berry, while Lauren Hamilton leads on high-value, cross-border technology disputes for a mix of domestic and international clients.

Browne Jacobson LLP has built a comprehensive end-to-end IT, outsourcing and digital disruption service offering across a wide spectrum of disciplines, including procurement of hardware, fintech, disruptive technology and licensing. Anthony Nagle co-leads the team and has experience in business transactions and restructurings, while co-head Declan Cushley handles commercial matters and is well-versed in IP mandates. David Hill acts for a range of clients from government departments and public sector bodies to corporate entities.

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner covers a variety of workstreams in the technology and commercial arena, including sourcing, supplier arrangements, data privacy and acquisitions. The team is led by Marcus Pearl, who is noted for his expertise in handling M&A transactions arising out of the financial services, fintech and insurtech sectors. Kate Jeffery advises on commercial agreements concerning IT and outsourcing, while Ben Wheeler has experience in the financial services industry, particularly in relation to payments.

Specialist firm Codified Legal focuses on IT projects and outsourcing contracts for major service providers, such as Hitachi Vantara and Spirent Communications, to name a couple. The practice advises its roster of clients on e-commerce, data protection, IP and related HR matters. Jeremy Newton, who deals with commercial contracts and data protection issues, jointly leads the team alongside Gavin Wakefield, who advises on outsourcing-related projects. Shazanna Safdar-Karim has extensive IP experience and is another key contact in the group.

Deloitte Legal combines IT expertise with industry knowledge of emerging technologies, such as AI, robotics, quantum computing, behavioural advertising, blockchain and cryptocurrencies. The firm is also experienced in issues relating to the metaverse, IoT and big data. Specialist technology lawyer Andrew Joint  leads on matters pertaining to AI, automation and cloud technologies, and co-leads the team alongside data privacy and cyber security expert Cavan Fabris. Paul Hinton advises financial services companies on IT projects, while Paul O’Hare is well-versed in software distribution and reseller arrangements. Calum Murray covers contractual and regulatory aspects of digital services.

Counting banks, IT providers and reinsurers among its key roster of clients, Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP advises on matters concerning outsourcing, procurement, licensing and regulatory issues. Simon Gamlin covers a range of technology transactions, including system development deals, ERP projects, system integrator matters, complex software licensing arrangements and e-commerce projects, while Craig Rogers focuses on IT and outsourcing arrangements. Simon Lightman acts for customers and suppliers across the IT arena and James Hyde is well-versed in communications-related disputes. All named partners collectively lead the team.

Harbottle & Lewis LLP is at the forefront of the media and technology arena, with a niche understanding of sectors such as the video games industry. The practice assists clients with regulatory issues, in addition to transactional matters. Practice head Emma Wright is well-versed in the drafting and negotiation of IT and outsourcing contracts, while Rupam Davé advises on matters concerning AI, the cloud and open source software.

The IT contracts team at Lewis Silkin has both transactional and advisory capabilities, advising on technology transactions ranging from AI, NFTs and cloud services to outsourcing and cyber security. The practice regularly acts for technology companies, start-ups, telecoms giants and scale-ups. James Gill leads the team and specialises in issues concerning NFTs, crypto and SaaS, while Rory Campbell advises government clients and IT providers on the terms of software and services supply.

Mayer Brown International LLP advises technology-based businesses in relation to funding, M&A, capital raising and their services contracts. The practice is particularly experienced in the FMCG arena, in addition to handling insurtech matters. Mark Prinsley spearheads the IP offering and co-leads the team alongside Andrew Stewart, who focuses on business process sourcing transactions. Other co-head Richard Page routinely works on corporate finance matters and acquisitions, while Oliver Yaros represents pension funds and manufacturers.

Milbank is noted for its expertise in technology-related disputes, applying its knowledge of the IT industry. Practice leader Julian Stait specialises in the resolution of high-stakes business and regulatory disputes, in addition to representing clients in investigations, with extensive experience of litigation before the English Courts. Tom Canning,  who is well-versed in the field of IT litigation and arbitration, is another key contact in the group.

The technology group at Mishcon de Reya LLP houses specialists in key areas such as data protection, cyber security and data science. The firm’s client roster ranges from Fortune 500 multinationals to owner-managed businesses, handling commercial and compliance matters. Experienced litigator Jeremy Hertzog, who focuses on trade secrets, as well as IP and contract disputes, jointly leads the team alongside Adam Rose, who advises on IT and commercial contracts. Simon Leaf acts for both customers and suppliers, while Ashley Winton advises on digital transformation mandates.

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius UK LLP assists clients on the full spectrum of data protection and privacy-related issues. The team is also experienced in the structuring and implementation of data-heavy projects, such as segregation arrangements and complex supply chains. Practice head Mike Pierides focuses on all aspects of technology transactions including cloud arrangements and digital payments. Corporate lawyers Timothy Corbett and Nicholas Moore advise on cross-border transactions and venture capital financings.

The technology and IP team at TLT is noted for its expertise in transformative technologies in the financial services industry, including blockchain and machine learning. The firm is also well-versed in the public sector, advising departments on IT outsourcings and software projects. James Touzel leads on transformational procurements for international clients and co-leads the team alongside Daniel Lloyd, who focuses on commercial contracts and arrangements. Gareth Oldale works on data protection matters with the support of Juliet Mason.

Travers Smith LLP acts for both IT customers and suppliers on a variety of transactions, advisory work and disputes. The team is noted for its experience advising financial market infrastructure bodies on regulatory issues, in addition to handling licensing arrangements. Dan Reavill heads the practice and assists clients on data protection, cyber security and confidentiality issues, while James Longster advises on all areas of IP, from creation to exploitation and enforcement. Louisa Chambers, who focuses on fintech matters, is another key contact in the group.

Baker Botts (UK) LLP’s diverse client roster includes major media conglomerates, global telecommunications providers, banks and infrastructure funds. The practice has notable expertise in handling digital infrastructure projects, particularly the building of networks. Practice head Stuart Blythe focuses on high-value commercial agreements, M&A transactions, joint ventures and restructurings.

Bates Wells has developed notable expertise in the field of data licensing, acting for both suppliers and customers of IT services. The practice provides a full service offering to start-ups and overseas technology companies on a broad range of commercial issues. Richard Marke leads the team and advises IT clients on outsourcings and the acquisition of technology products.

Burges Salmon LLP is well-versed in the IT and telecoms arena, with an extensive client base consisting of digital businesses, technology vendors and FTSE companies. The practice is developing its service offering to areas such as fintech, digital healthcare, agritech, energy-tech and cybersecurity. Andrew Dunlop, who has experience in IT outsourcing, jointly leads the team alongside David Varney and Lucy Pegler, who has expertise in the transport-tech and public sectors.

The IT practice at Gowling WLG is adept at handling a range of projects, from cloud computing, e-commerce and data protection to privacy, freedom of information and outsourcing matters. The team is also experienced in dispute resolution, acting for start-ups, public sector organisations, blue chip and FTSE 100 clients. Practice head Jocelyn Paulley assists customers and suppliers, while Patrick Arben handles commercial litigation cases. David Brennan, who acts for tech start-ups through to established quoted companies, is another key contact in the group.

KPMG Law is active in the IP, technology licensing and development arenas. The team advises on a range of mandates, including M&A, financial services outsourcing, joint ventures, in addition to matters concerning cloud and data centres. Usman Wahid leads the practice and is a specialist in outsourcing and emerging technologies, while Chris Overton focuses on fintech and financial services regulation.

Michelmores LLP services clients across the technology sector, covering a full spectrum of commercial, corporate, contentious and regulatory matters. Tom Torkar, who advises on service contracts, e-commerce, software licensing and data protection issues, jointly leads the team alongside Anne Todd, who focuses on privacy work and is particularly well-versed in IP mandates. Disputes lawyer Charles Courtenay manages telecoms patent litigation and licensing matters.

Preiskel & Co LLP acts for entities in the international telecoms arena on matters concerning fundraising, regulatory issues and acquisitions. Daniel Preiskel, who provides telecoms commercial and corporate advice, jointly leads the team alongside Ronnie Preiskel, who negotiates contracts and agreements. Tim Cowen brings experience in the competition sector and Jose Saras handles privacy and compliance mandates.

Stephenson Harwood’s technology team handles a broad range of IT and telecoms matters, from product licensing and development of AI solutions to M&A transactions and investments. Practice head Simon Bollans advises established technology clients and start-ups on outsourcing mandates, while Michael Bywell leads on data breach class actions.

Stevens & Bolton LLP acts on the customer and supplier sides of the market, with regards to contract drafting, negotiation work and associated regulatory issues. The practice is well-versed in insurtech and fintech mandates, in addition to the roll out of 5G. Charles Maurice leads the team and has experience in crypto matters, while Beverley Flynn advises on IT supply and procurement contracts. Gary Parnell is another key contact in the group.

Fladgate LLP acts on a range of outsourcing agreements, financings, corporate transactions and litigation. The practice provides support on the full range of technology-related issues, including cloud computing, product launches, crypto and data centres. Tim Wright heads the team and has experience in transactional matters, while Howard Watt focuses on UK and European venture capital mandates.

Spencer West LLP’s multi-disciplinary practice has experience in digital transformation, cloud systems, fintech, AI, data privacy and social media influencer marketing. The team delivers business advice to companies and entrepreneurs on new technologies and digital platforms. Dhana Doobay leads the practice, with a focus on digital transformations, while Edmund Probert handles technology and IP matters.