Technology and telecommunications projects are a central focus for Minter Ellison, which advises domestic and international clients across industries including financial services, energy, health, education, transport, aviation and government. In Sydney, Nicholas Pascoe is a highly regarded ICT expert who advises public and private sector clients on complex contractual arrangements and negotiations. In Melbourne, Paul Kallenbach is a leading advisor on information technology law, outsourcing, and privacy and cyber law, acting for clients on their most significant technology transactions. Mark Teys is trusted for his work on large-scale transformational technology implementations and has extensive telecommunications experience across multiple industries. Vanessa Mellis advises government clients on major projects and procurements, with detailed knowledge of policy, probity and process frameworks.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Paul Kallenbach is not only an exceptional IT/cyber lawyer but also extremely approachable and responsive. I have always come away from working on matters having been impressed and thankful to have Paul advising us. I put it down to Paul having such an excellent and proactive team.’
- 'The team are very capable with the depth to pull in other resources, such as in specialty areas like insurance, as required. I always leave with solutions and a way ahead, as well as very high quality commercial drafting.'
Key clients
- Singtel Optus Pty Limited (Optus)
- Suncorp
Work highlights
Advised Optus on a landmark multi-operator core network deal with TPG Telecom.
Practice head
Nicholas Pascoe; Paul Kallenbach
Other key lawyers
Mark Teys; Vanessa Mellis; Carolina Dorman