Carson McDowell’s technology sector team is skilled at advising public bodies in procuring IT infrastructure. The team notably acts for both Queen’s University Belfast and Ulster University, which it has recently advised on a range of contracts related to the ownership and use of IT systems and data. ‘Stand out’ team head Dawn McKnight is an expert in IT-related due diligence and is routinely called upon by the firm’s growing cybersecurity clientele. Litigator Peter Guzhar provides advice on contentious IT matters, including licensing disputes, while Karla Dooey specialises in software development mandates.
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Dawn McKnight

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Peter Guzhar; Karla Dooey