
Morrison Foerster is equipped to handle a full spectrum of tech transactions, including licensing, global tech outsourcings, and M&A. Alistair Maughan heads the practice, handling commercial contracts and tech-based projects, with particular expertise in commercial licensing, service-based outsourcing transactions, and tech delivery models. Steven James is the name to note for intellectual property disputes and exploitation matters, advising clients on both contentious and transactional commercial matters. Annabel Gillham handles the full spectrum of compliance, e-marketing, and cross-border data processing, while Mercedes Samavi excels in tech licensing, digital regulatory compliance, and commercial contracts. Ruth Arkley has IP experience spanning copyright, trademarks, patents, and domain names.
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Practice head
Alistair Maughan
Other key lawyers
Steven James; Annabel Gillham; Mercedes Samavi; Ruth Arkley; Georgia Wright
