Clifford Chance‘s complex commercial transactions & outsourcing practice is led by Meighan O’Reardon, who focuses on tech and digital practice, with global financial services CCTO specialist James McPhillips and global head of CCTO Vipul Nishawala among the firm’s ’smart, business-focused and results-oriented’ practitioners. They frequently tap into the firm’s global tech practice, advising Fortune 500 corporations and leading financial institutions. Clients praise the ‘seasoned legal veteran team with knowledge of technology-enabled services, including new and emerging tech’, and recognise the ’strong depth of knowledge on all things sourcing’. Ash Masrani is sought after for her work on both ITO and BPO deals, as well as HR outsourcing and cloud transition projects. All lawyers mentioned work between New York and Washington DC.
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‘Seasoned global legal team with technology services industry knowledge on how to apply appropriate business terms to operational risks across corporate business services areas (i.e., IT, F&A, HR, Procurement, contact center, supply chain, etc.). ’
‘Seasoned legal veteran team with knowledge of technology-enabled services across the corporate business support functions, including new and emerging tech such as Gen AI, Machine Learning and evolving automation solutions. Ability to balance business and legal risk to level of client exposure of the services solution they are contracting for.’
‘Strong depth of knowledge on all things sourcing.'
'Smart, business-focused and results-oriented.’
‘I worked predominantly with James McPhillips and Meighan O'Reardon. They are both diligent, respect deadlines and cordial in all circumstances.’
‘James McPhillips - exceptional industry knowledge, steady bearing and demeanor, goes far beyond merely "presenting options" by understanding the client's requirements and context and taking/advocating positions accordingly.’
‘Their attorneys are knowledgeable and provide good work (and timely) work product. There also seems to be broad collaboration among separate groups which has benefited us in a few cases.’
‘Young Kim stands out as he brings in-house experience that helps have easier conversations.’
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Ash Masrani
Practice head
James McPhillips; Vipul Nishawala; Meighan O'Reardon
Other key lawyers
Ash Masrani; Young Kim