Baker McKenzie LLP

Baker McKenzie LLP advises global and domestic companies on complex tech matters, from systems procurement to cutting-edge technologies like AI, blockchain, and machine learning. With expertise in integration agreements, IT joint ventures, and tech-driven M&A aspects, it excels in IP, data security, e-commerce, and online advertising, offering strategic privacy and compliance guidance. Samuel Kramner specializes in cross-border outsourcing, IT licensing, and FinTech, while Adam Aft  focuses on IP, data, and tech in M&A, and joint ventures. The two are based in Chicago. Cynthia Cole, based in Palo Alto, advises on data privacy, cybersecurity, and compliance with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and GDPR in M&A and other corporate transactions.