Particularly well-geared to provide cross-jurisdictional regulatory advice, Bird & Bird‘s team assists with transactions, regulatory investigations and compliance, and commercial agreements related to technology, such as licensing and data processing agreements. Key areas of expertise include artificial intelligence and digital regulation. The practice is jointly led by Deirdre Kilroy, who is a go-to for advice on laws and regulations applicable to products and services; and Anna Morgan, who focuses on data protection matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘What truly sets them apart is their mix of technical fluency, creativity, and business-minded judgment—qualities that make them trusted advisers rather than just legal service providers.’
- ‘Kelly Mackey is personable, astute and consistently technically excellent. With a keen eye for detail, combined with practical commercial insights, she has a wonderful client-focused approach.’
- ‘Bird & Bird’s IT practice makes everything feel easy. They immediately understand the business context and deliver bold, practical solutions with flawless consistency, with an unmatched quality and attention to detail.’
- ‘Stands out for their exceptional command of IT law and their ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, actionable advice. Consistently connects legal analysis with the commercial realities.’
- ‘Anna Morgan is knowledgeable and responsive. She is up to speed with all relevant developments, not only in her jurisdiction but coordinates relevant efforts globally and thus has a comprehensive picture.’
- ‘The team's ability to manage multi-jurisdictional matters of expansive scope is impressive.’
Key clients
- Allwyn
- Doyleup Limited (ClubberTV)
- Flutter
- Iron Mountain
- MGM LeoVegas
- Paladin Capital Group
- Willis Mitsui & Co Engine Support Limited
Work highlights
Advised a global financial technology company on the multi-jurisdictional application of the European Accessibility Act to its business through the laws of all 30 European Economic Area countries.
Advised cyber and advanced technology investor Paladin Capital Group on its investment in the $7.6m fundraise by data science and AI development platform, Zerve AI.
Advised a drone logistics operator on its operations in Ireland, its outsourcing and partnership arrangements and its expansion in Ireland and into the US market.
Practice head
Deirdre Kilroy; Anna Morgan
Other key lawyers
Shauna Joyce; Kelly Mackey