Stephenson Harwood

Intellectual Property, Tech and Data

Simon leads Stephenson Harwood's international technology sector group and advises a diverse range of clients from multinational corporations to innovative scale-ups. His expertise spans complex IT transactions, emerging technologies, and operational resilience.

Clients value Simon's ability to understand complex legal challenges and translate them into actionable strategies, making him a sought-after adviser in the technology sector. His work includes advising on business-critical outsourcing arrangements, cloud computing solutions, and the development and deployment of AI systems. He has significant experience supporting clients on regulated transactions in the financial services sector.

Simon's approach is characterised by a deep understanding of both supplier and customer perspectives, enabling him to craft tailored outcomes that drive success for clients. He works with clients to understand and achieve their objectives, along with managing the risks that matter to them within their wider business and technology strategy.

His industry experience, gained through client secondments, further enhances his ability to deliver practical, commercially orientated advice.