
With a client roster that includes IT publishers, suppliers, resellers, and customers, Howes Percival LLP's tech and innovation team is prepared to advise on contentious and non-contentious IT matters. Team lead Matthew Talbot has established experience in contentious matters, while co-head Hannah Steggles is instructed on contentious and non-contentious matters, with noted expertise in drafting software development and license agreements. Paula Dumbill is geared to support at the intersection of commercial contracts and IT. The team also includes Jenna Bruce, who acts for software and media clients across a broad IT offering; tech and e-commerce expert Chris White; and new partner Miles Barnes, who handles non-contentious work for a range of businesses.
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Matthew Talbot; Hannah Steggles; Paula Dumbill
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Jenna Bruce; Chris White; Miles Barnes


