Taylor Wessing handles IT-related transactions and outsourcing agreements, guides clients through the implementation of AI systems in compliance with the EU AI Act, and supports all stages of the IT contract lifecycle, while also assisting with high-profile M&A, venture capital, and private equity deals. Team head Paul Voigt is well versed within IT security law and artificial intelligence, advising US clients on their market entry in Europe. Axel Freiherr von dem Bussche is a name to note in relation to international and national data protection and GDPR, while Detlef Klett focuses on large IT and infrastructure projects, particularly in the public sector, advising clients such as the Federal Ministry of the Interior and its associated agencies.
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Testimonials
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- 'This practice offers an outstanding range of problem-solving abilities in the area of data economy law.'
- 'The team has a good understanding of the business, not only related to the legal part but on the practical challenges. Very high commitment.'
- 'The team of Axel von dem Bussche is always acting as part of the team. They have a profound and deep professional knowledge and provide great support. Axel is a great team leader. His professional know-how resulting from three decades of providing top service, he is the best choice to tackle complex questions & challenges.'
Key clients
- Vodafone Germany
- DocMorris
- Ottobock SE
- RWE AG
- Bayer AG
Work highlights
Advising Momenta Suzhou on the expansion of its strategic cooperation with a major German OEM, with the project involving the development and integration of Level 3 and 4 autonomous driving systems across additional vehicle lines and their global deployment.
Advised Vodafone Germany on data protection law and the EU AI Act.
Advising Asklepios, one of Germany’s leading private hospital groups, on the implementation and development of AI-powered software models.
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Practice head
Paul Voigt
Other key lawyers
Axel Freiherr von dem Bussche; Detlef Klett