Charles Russell Speechlys LLP‘s Cheltenham-based technology practice benefits from the firm’s national team of technology specialists, with particular expertise in AI, e-commerce and the semiconductor and network sector. Rebecca Steer leads the practice, leveraging ’fantastic knowledge of digital industries’ to support fast growth and innovative tech companies. The South West offering was bolstered by the arrival of Richard Davies from the firm’s London office, an IT sector expert with a specialism in sports technology.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Charles Russell Speechlys has a fantastic team of people and excellent domain knowledge, which is why we use them!’

  • ‘Rebecca Steer has fantastic knowledge of digital industries and the issues affecting agencies. Her approach and expertise is invaluable.’

  • ‘Strong presence in media and advertising law, which is not much seen in comparable practices. They are a go-to firm in this respect.’

  • ‘Personable approach when dealing with complicated matters made them a delight to deal with. At the forefront of legal innovation which brings efficiencies to the work being done.’

  • ‘Rebecca Steer is down-to-earth whilst clearly top of her field. She brings a sense of calm on material issues that could scupper a deal.'

  • ‘The team at Charles Russell Speechlys is consistently dependable and highly responsive at any time of the day. They communicate clearly, provide valuable guidance on outcomes, and handle tasks efficiently, allowing us to meet tight deadlines with ease.’

Key clients

  • Boozt
  • Technetix Limited
  • C. & J. Clark International Limited (Clarks)
  • EVOLV TECHNOLOGY
  • Gibe Digital
  • Saint Nicks
  • Sunhouse Creative
  • Primo Capital B.V. and IFS Ultimo Limited

Work highlights

Advising Technetix on their new service line to provide Support Services and Extended Hardware Warranties to existing and new customers.
Advised Primo Capital B.V on its acquisition of Spidex Software Limited licenses software solutions which supports businesses to manage their plant manufacturing assets.
Advised Saint Nicks on AI usage across the business and integration of AI tools into product and service offerings for digital clients.

Practice head

Rebecca Steer

Other key lawyers

Richard Davies