Patrick Arben > Gowling WLG > Birmingham, England > Lawyer Profile

Gowling WLG‘s practice encompasses a range of issues, including cloud computing, e-commerce, outsourcing and systems implementation. In addition, its client base is diverse, from small start-ups to public sector organisations and blue-chip clients, advising in sectors such as retail and financial services. Jocelyn Paulley helms the practice, leading the non-contentious IT team with notable experience in the retail and technology fields. Patrick Arben specialises in the technology sector, leading the firm’s IT and outsourcing dispute resolution practice, while Helen Davenport’s expertise covers technology-related commercial disputes, including those that arise from contracts, software licensing matters and data loss, to name a few.

Gowling WLG‘s commercial litigation capabilities extend across the firm’s offices in Birmingham and London, with the two working closely together to service clients in commercial disputes. Sector expertise of the team lies in automotive, aerospace, government, life sciences, retail, energy, tech, and litigation finance, with the core group working closely with other sector teams to deliver a cohesive approach. Andrew Litchfield is the head of the group, with Andrew Smith, Patrick Arben, and Helen Davenport all key figures in the team.

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.