Michelmores LLP advises both large international companies as well as start-ups and fast-growth businesses on their IT needs including transactions in the technology sector. The practice also provides advisory services to public sector clients in matters such as IT procurement. Tom Torkar, whose areas of expertise include outsourcing projects, software licensing, and data protection, leads the firm’s technology and innovation group out of Exeter. Digital solutions in the natural capital sphere are a core area of expertise for Chloe Vernon-Shore.
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- 'The team have a pragmatic, commercial approach and have lots of experience in geospatial data licensing. Overall, they are timely and responsive, giving clear guidance and flagging areas of concern.’
- ‘Tom Torkar is an experienced partner, very strong and well respected, excellent at giving pragmatic, commercial advice.'
- 'Chloe Vernon-Shore is an excellent partner, great at coordinating work to the right conclusion and bringing out the best in her team. Gives good pragmatic advice.'
- 'Phillipa Collison is a strong associate, good at building relationships and delivering excellent work.'
- ‘Great experience and insight which includes detailed knowledge of public procurement which was a significant advantage from our perspective.’
- 'Nathaniel Lane, a strong associate, is excellent at technical and detailed work and good at keeping complex projects moving.’
- ‘Working with Tom Torkar, his ability to engage directly with clients and speak a language that they (and a non-IT lawyer) can understand is just terrific. He is really helpful, patient and pragmatic.’
Key clients
- Daily Mail and General Trust plc
- Ballys, Corp
- Landmark Information Group Limited
- Limitless Technology Group Limited
- Deko (formerly Pay4Later Limited)
- Natural Capital Research Limited
- Sycurio Limited
- Wildanet Limited
- StopNCII.org (SWGfL)
- Met Office
Work highlights
Advising global casino operator Ballys Corp on game content acquisition for the full range of its global online gaming sites and native applications.
Advised Wildanet in respect of the roll-out of super-fast, reliable broadband to communities across the South West, bringing upgraded connectivity for hard-to-reach homes and businesses in rural parts of the region.
Advised Devon and Cornwall Police in respect of the procurement of a framework agreement for operationally-critical IT managed services from which police forces across the west of England are able to procure services from the same supplier, ensuring consistency and economies of scale.
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Practice head
Tom Torkar
Other key lawyers
Chloe Vernon-Shore; Philippa Collison; Nathaniel Lane