With a strong ‘depth of understanding’, DLA Piper‘s IT team have particular expertise in regard to artificial intelligence (AI) and its application in a variety of sectors and industries, such as banking, insurance, manufacturing and life sciences. The practice is helmed by Gareth Stokes, who specialises in outsourcing, whilst Jen Dale has expertise in the fields of financial services, telecoms and outsourcing. Senior associate Dan Cowley‘s broad experience includes IT issues in the energy sector, and fellow senior associate Michael Stead strengthens the team with his expertise in the tech and life sciences fields, handling negotiations and contract strategy for the firm’s clients.
IT and telecoms in West Midlands
DLA Piper
Praxisleiter:
Gareth Stokes
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Jen Dale; Michael Stead; Dan Cowley
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‘It is impressive to see how knowledgeable the Birmingham IPT team is from partners to associates across the tech sector.’
‘They are able to translate complex new legislation and developments into bite-sized, easy to understand concepts.’
‘Gareth Stokes and Michael Stead are both very easy to do business with.’
Kernmandanten
AIB
Dyson
VISA
Cydea
Dignity Funerals
HSBC
Jaguar Land Rover
Rolls Royce
Heineken
Medtronic
Thomas Murray
Wickes
Avison Young
National Grid
Standard Life
Highlight-Mandate
- Supporting AIB with its major sourcing contract with HCL to provide a variety of services including client take on and ID processes.
- Supporting EY on the supplier side of the table, getting a deal closed in short order to support delivery of a core banking platform to short timeframes.
- Developing for Medica a template agreement for use with third party medically qualified technicians for remote consultancies and diagnosis of CT scans. The project covers the provision of physical assets to technician locations, training and service delivery and service standards of remote examinations. The team also provided advice on regulatory standards and policies for remote diagnostics.
Shoosmiths LLP
With notable expertise in the automotive, consumer and finance sectors, the IT team at Shoosmiths LLP routinely handles significant IT transactions on a domestic and international scale. The team is also particularly experienced in the FinTech space, especially in regard to payment services, as well as expertise in Web3 and Metaverse matters. The practice is spearheaded by Joe Stephenson, whose broad expertise encompasses procurements and outsourcings, Industry 4.0 and Web3 issues with a focus on the retail and consumer spaces. Bolstering the practice is Craig Armstrong, who routinely handles large technology projects, and Nichola Jenkins, who is experienced in working with new and innovative technologies.
Praxisleiter:
Joe Stephenson
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Craig Armstrong; Nichola Jenkins
Kernmandanten
Estée Lauder Companies
Volkswagen Group
Molson Coors Beverage Company
Deliveroo
Three
Motorway.com
Morgan Advanced Materials plc
Dignity plc
CDW
Central Co-op
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Molson Coors Beverage Company on the procurement of its multi-million pound supply chain management system for its UK enterprise.
- Advised the FTSE 250 global manufacturing group – Morgan Advanced Materials – on its multi-million pound framework for contractual arrangements with global IT services provider, HCL Technologies.
- Advised M·A·C Cosmetics on its first major global NFT campaign – M·A·C Viva Glam NFT – a campaign which attracted global press coverage.
Squire Patton Boggs
The ‘excellent team’ at Squire Patton Boggs are particularly strong in handling technology matters in the automotive sector, involving autonomous and hydrogen vehicles, as well as the acquisitions of IT systems across a broad range of sectors, such as financial services and energy. Its capabilities also include global IT outsourcings and data usage issues, among others, and the team is led by Stuart James, whose expertise includes the procurement of IT systems for healthcare, retail, pensions and utilities sector clients. Simon Jones bolsters the practice with his vast experience in outsourcing projects, as well as advising on a range of contracts, while Sam Tibbetts’s ‘broad expertise’ includes handling IT contracts.
Praxisleiter:
Stuart James
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Simon Jones; Sam Tibbetts
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‘Excellent team with a good balance of experienced partners and specialists in the IT field covering such areas as GDPR, data protection, outsourcing contracting, TUPE, and IT contracting as part of acquisitions and divestments.’
‘Stuart James has been very effective in several situations in the past year and brings in specific SME specialists in the wider team at appropriate points in the process. His expertise and counsel sprinkled with a healthy dose of common sense has been invaluable.’
‘Expertise is available on all topics and their energy mirrors our organisation’s, which leaves us with a sense that they are actually inside counsel.’
Kernmandanten
Aston Martin Lagonda
Rimac Technology
P3 Mobility
Evolve Business Group Ltd (EvolveODM)
Homeserve
Transport for Greater Manchester
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
IDS Indata
Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders
Action Artificial Intelligence Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised University Hospitals Birmingham on the development and supply of a hosted genomics data management system, and related support/maintenance arrangements for use by NHS England and Genomic Laboratory Hubs across England.
- Advising on contracts to support Rimac’s fast-growing high-performance electric vehicle technology business.
- Advised on Luceco PLC’s contract for the development and use of applications and back-office systems to support their electric vehicle smart charges business.
Browne Jacobson LLP
Browne Jacobson LLP‘s capabilities includes handling large IT projects, and also extends to outsourcing and fintech, as well as disruptive technologies such as AI and blockchain, to name a few. Its client roster is sourced from a variety of sectors, including healthcare, government and education. Practice head Richard Nicholas’s expertise encompasses digital projects and data issues, and he also routinely advises clients on the procurement of new technologies. Selina Hinchcliffe‘s strengths lie in the energy and utility sectors, with particular experience in outsourcing.
Praxisleiter:
Richard Nicholas
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Selina Hinchcliffe
Kernmandanten
NTT Data Business Solutions Ltd
Cloud Technology Solutions
The National Trust
Euro Car Parts ltd
Digital Catapult
Castore
NHS England
BUQ Limited
Medicines Healthcare Regulatory Authority
National Audit Office
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Codified Legal
Providing a ‘high-quality, client-focused service’, Codified Legal‘s specialist expertise involves major IT projects and outsourcing contracts. Its clients range from technology providers to software development companies, supporting such clients with issues that include contracts for systems and data protection, amongst others. The ‘incredibly knowledgeable’ Stephen Ollerenshaw leads the practice, with key expertise in offshore and pan-European outsourcing projects, alongside IT and outsourcing contract negotiations. Specialist corporate lawyer Barry Doherty and consultant Conan Chitham strengthen the practice.
Praxisleiter:
Stephen Ollerenshaw
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Barry Doherty; Conan Chitham
Referenzen
‘Codified Legal is a specialist firm run by outstanding individuals with enormous amounts of experience, who are able to provide a high-quality, client-focused service at a very reasonable cost.’
‘Steve Ollerenshaw is incredibly knowledgeable and makes complex issues digestible.’
‘Steve Ollerenshaw is easy to work with, accessible and knows exactly which points to negotiate. There is no one I would rather work with.’
Kernmandanten
Broadridge
Aker Systems
EPAM Systems
Draycir
Promotigo
Sitenna
LettsVentures
Klarus Global
Bryt Energy
Cloudreach
Atos UK Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Broadridge, a global Fintech leader, on contracts for software and outsourced services with major banks and other financial institutions in the UK and worldwide.
- Advised Cloudreach, a world-leading cloud services reseller, on contracts with blue-chip customers including a major UK newspaper group, a Swiss health insurance company and one of the world’s largest energy companies.
- Advised Bryt Energy, a Midlands-based renewable energy company, on the negotiation of a contract for the supply of hosted IT services relating to core systems that communicate with the digital spine of the UK energy industry.
Freeths LLP
Freeths LLP‘s practice routinely advises various clients on outsourcing projects and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) contracts, as well as assisting with GDPR-related issues. Mark Neale leads the practice, with extensive experience in assisting suppliers and customers with IT and data matters, alongside considerable expertise in working on large transactions. Nigel Gardner often aids clients with the application of automation and other IT solutions, while associate Shireen Eliyas‘s broad experience includes the drafting and negotiation of IT contracts.
Praxisleiter:
Mark Neale
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Nigel Gardner; Shireen Eliyas
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‘The team are highly skilled and experienced, sharing unique insights to solve problems and offer potential solutions.’
‘They are very hands-on and join meetings, supporting our teams and working collaboratively.’
‘They are also very responsive and helped when timescales were tight.’
Kernmandanten
Tranxactor UK PTE Limited
Micheldever Tyre Services Limited
Cromwell Tools Limited
Fosse Healthcare Limited
Abode Systems Inc
Lyle & Scott Limited
Skarn Associates Limited
The British Dietetic Association
Wickes
Highbourne Group
PVH
ShoeZone
TerraQuest
NCR Ltd
Arkphire/Presidio
ALDI Stores Limited
Tarmac
Travis Perkins PLC
Carlsberg
Navitas Group
IPV Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised several different clients in relation to their arrangements for the implementation of complex, substantial and high-value automated/robotic warehouses, including ALDI’s largest ever distribution centre in Leicestershire.
- Advising Tranxactor on its provision of IT solutions powering the Subway® App and Subcard® loyalty programme.
- Acting for Cromwell Group/Grainger on the sale of specialised ERP solution Merlin Business Software Limited to US PE backed Aptean Limited.
Gowling WLG
Gowling WLG‘s practice encompasses a range of issues, including cloud computing, e-commerce, outsourcing and systems implementation. In addition, its client base is diverse, from small start-ups to public sector organisations and blue-chip clients, advising in sectors such as retail and financial services. Jocelyn Paulley helms the practice, leading the non-contentious IT team with notable experience in the retail and technology fields. Patrick Arben specialises in the technology sector, leading the firm’s IT and outsourcing dispute resolution practice, while Helen Davenport’s expertise covers technology-related commercial disputes, including those that arise from contracts, software licensing matters and data loss, to name a few.
Praxisleiter:
Jocelyn Paulley
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Patrick Arden; Helen Davenport
Referenzen
‘Good understanding of what is the driver of any deal for the business, looking to agree points, not to grandstand on a legal argument!’
‘Jocelyn Paulley is the partner I have worked with extensively. She brings common sense and clear legal advice, enabling commercial discussions to flow while keeping the organisations protected by giving clear, unambiguous advice..’
Kernmandanten
Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders Limited
Virtus Data Centres
Smartest Energy
Keyloop (UK) Limited
LCH (London Clearing House) Limited
Mazda Motors UK Limited
National Farmers Union Mutual Society Limited
The Birmingham Organising Committee for the 2022 Commonwealth Games
Mixmove Limited
Lloyd’s Register Group Services Limited
Dudley Building Society
The Foreign Commonwealth & Development Office
Statkraft GmbH
The Shrewsbury and Nottingham Maternity Services Inquiries
Highlight-Mandate
Mills & Reeve LLP
Mills & Reeve LLP is involved in a braod range of IT areas, including, but not limited to, AI, blockchain, Metaverse matters and cloud computing. Practice head Jagvinder Singh Kang‘s vast expertise encompasses large-scale technology transactions, as well as GDPR and data protection.
Praxisleiter:
Jagvinder Singh Kang
Kernmandanten
Macmillan Cancer Support
Otsuka Pharmaceutical Europe
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
Trax
Miles Partnership
Indicia Worldwide
Beauty Bay
MySense
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Trax on its global arrangements, including complex global SaaS framework arrangements with leading consumer companies, including those listed on the FTSE 100.
- Advised MySense on its technology SaaS offering in the field of wellbeing data analytics using its proprietary AI platform and IoT technology.
- Assisted Beauty Bay on technology law aspects.
Pinsent Masons LLP
Recommended by clients as ‘a responsive and knowledgeable’ team, Pinsent Masons LLP advises clients on a range of strategic issues, ranging from vehicles and drones to IoT devices. Joint practice head Andrew Hornigold‘s areas of expertise include international M&A transactions, with the capability to advise a range of clients, from tech start-ups to private equity-backed businesses; fellow joint practice head Clare Francis is noted for her ability to handle transformational IT projects.
Praxisleiter:
Andrew Hornigold; Clare Francis
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Cerys Wyn Davies; Tom Nener; Ben Gardner
Referenzen
‘The team are responsive and knowledgeable and are able to draw on a wide range of expertise across different and complex areas of law.’
‘Cerys Wyn Davies combines pragmatism with creativity and can be absolutely depended upon.’
‘Cerys Wyn Davies has provided sage and robust advice across a number of complex cases. Her experience and judgement are superb, and she is particularly good at seeing the entirety of complicated situations, then breaking them down into manageable components to provide routes to resolution.’
Kernmandanten
Sage Group plc
Node4 Limited
Fortescue Metals Group Limited
Olympus Corporation
Datum Bidco Limited
On Tower UK Limited (part of the Cellnex UK Group)
Honda Motor Europe Ltd
Tesco Stores Limited
Chiaro Technology Limited (“Chiaro”) trading as “Elvie”
News UK
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Sage, the FTSE 100 accountancy, HR and payroll software group, on its acquisition of Futrli Limited.
- Advised Node4 on its acquisition of Risual Holdings Limited.
- Acting as the strategic litigation partner for On Tower UK Limited on a variety of cases.
Bevan Brittan LLP
Bevan Brittan LLP’s IT team advises both private and public sectors clients on a range of issues, from outsourcing and licensing arrangements to SaaS contracts. The team has recently been involved in a number of complex IT and technology projects and the ‘versatile and knowledgeable’ Ash Woodcock leads the team; Woodcock advises on IT and technology projects for central and local government clients and is supported by senior associate Lizzie Dunford.
Praxisleiter:
Ash Woodcock
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Lizzie Dunford
Referenzen
‘Great service, kept up to date on fees and deliveries. Excellent understanding of the procurement process and rules.’
‘Ash Woodcock is responsive and personable, and worked around challenging timescales.’
‘The team are incredibly knowledgeable and are able to easily understand complex technical situations whilst ensuring the advice conveyed is easy to understand.’
Kernmandanten
National Savings and Investments (NS&I)
Sanctuary Housing Association
Bristol Water Plc
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB)
National Employment Savings Trust (Nest)
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised NS&I on its c£900m ICT outsourcing project.
- Advised CITB on its c£200m IT outsourcing project.
Wright Hassall LLP
Wright Hassall LLP utilises its technology sector expertise to aid suppliers and blue-chip clients on IT and technology procurement. The practice is led by Peter Maguire, whose broad experience encompasses the drafting and negotiation of project-based outsourcing and IT contracts, with specific expertise regarding defence sector projects. Lindsay Ellis‘s strengths lie in advising clients on technology procurements and outsourcing.
Praxisleiter:
Pete Maguire
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Lindsay Ellis; Laura Steel; Patrick McCallum
Kernmandanten
Computer Systems International Limited