A key port of call for leading international telecoms providers and tech multinationals, Bird & Bird LLP handles a considerable workload, notably satellite and infrastructure projects in the telecoms field and tech disputes, AI, and digital regulation in the IT space. The practice is jointly steered by Mark Leach, who specialises in outsourcing and large-scale digital transformation projects, with experience across cloud, AI, and blockchain, alongside Ronald Hendrikx, who supports clients on IT and connectivity-led innovation projects, including national infrastructure programmes. Roger Bickerstaff‘s longstanding practice experience spans over two and a half decades, specialising in tech infrastructure, procurement, and digital transformation, with a particular focus on AI and public sector work. Graeme Maguire advises on complex international technology and communications transactions, drawing on broad regulatory expertise. Ian Edwards focuses on strategic technology deals, including cloud services, managed IT, and smart contracts. Ian Edwards acts on transformative technology and communications projects across sectors such as aviation and media. Kimberly Wells offers a wealth of experience in network infrastructure arrangements and tech transformation projects, while Anthony Rosen advises on regulatory and competition issues affecting the digital and telecoms industries.
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Practice head
Mark Leach, Ronald Hendrikx
Other key lawyers
Roger Bickerstaff; Graeme Maguire; Ian Edwards; Anthony Rosen; Kimberly Wells; Jonathan Emmanuel; Will Bryson; Ben Woodfield; Astrid de Longvilliers