The IT and telecoms group at Addleshaw Goddard is praised for being ‘strong, committed, and delivering a five-star service’, advising clients across sectors on AI implementation, major systems rollouts, and tech outsourcing. Paul Bentham and Claire Edwards lead the team, with Bentham known for handling large-scale IT projects across both the public and private sectors and Edwards specialising in data protection and international transfers. The ’phenomenal’ Phil McGough advises on a wide range of tech and commercial contracts, while Nadine Waters, praised as a ‘legend’ in the North West, has extensive experience in outsourcing and system implementation across the telecoms, retail, and manufacturing industries.
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Claire Edwards
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Paul Bentham; Claire Edwards
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Nadine Waters; Phil McGough; Tom Howe; Lydia Altoft