The technology practice at A&L Goodbody LLP handles the full gamut of commercial technology issues from customer, outsourcing, and SaaS agreements, to data protection regulatory matters. Practice head John Cahir heads the team and has particular expertise in advising technology and pharmaceutical companies on the protection of IP, as well as experience in representing clients in high-profile IP disputes. John Whelan assists clients with both contentious and non-contentious matters, while Andrew Sheridan, Aideen Burke, and Chris Bollard further bolster the team with specialist knowledge across commercial contracts, data protection, and intellectual property.

Arthur Cox maintains its reputation for advising on the full spectrum of technology contracts, with particular expertise in IT procurements and outsourcing. The team acts for a wide breadth of large plcs and state bodies in digital transformation and strategic outsourcing mandates. Colin Rooney is head of the technology and innovation group and focuses especially on data protection and security. Rob Corbet‘s specialty is in the protection and commercialisation of intellectual property, while head of the intellectual property group Olivia Mullooly is well versed in GDPR compliance reviews and investigations. Ian Duffy is an expert on data transfer strategies and large-scale data migrations.

Mason Hayes & Curran LLP's technology practice is active in advising its clientele of global, blue-chip companies on cyber security, licensing agreements, and data protection compliance; compliance is a key area of strength for the firm, which has seen significant work related to complying with, and the intersection between, DORA, the EU DSA, and the EU AI act. Practice head Philip Nolan is an expert in GDPR compliance and routinely assists with regulatory matters, while Robert McDonagh has carved out a niche in public technology procurement projects. Other integral members of the team are outsourcing contract specialists Wendy Hederman, Dermot McGirr, and Mark Fry.

McCann FitzGerald LLP‘s broad technology and innovation offering provides advice on outsourcing, data protection, and technology procurement. The firm distinguishes itself for large-scale IT outsourcing projects and the procurement of digital platforms and infrastructure for numerous public sectors clients. Adam Finlay oversees the practice and is well versed in drafting and negotiating software licences and services agreements, while Paul Lavery has significant experience in the implementation of new IT systems. Doug McMahon stands out for his ‘encyclopaedic knowledge’ on GDPR, and Ruth Hughes and Catherine Walsh are also names to note.

William Fry LLP boasts a deep bench of specialists advising on both contentious and non-contentious work related to SaaS arrangements, licensing agreements, and data protection. The practice has a robust client base, acting for global technology plcs, social media companies, and household names who rely on the firm for complex regulatory matters. Practice head Leo Moore is well versed in digital transformation strategies, while David Cullen is an expert in large-scale IT project transactions. The ‘exceptional’ Barry Scannell specialises in AI law, John O’Connor is recognised for advising on new technologies, and Rachel Hayes is another stand-out practitioner.

Addleshaw Goddard is active across data transfers, acquisitions, and digital solution contracts, and is particularly strong in the retail, agri-food, and pharmaceuticals industries. Practice head David Hackett is highly knowledgeable on the full gamut of IT matters, from SaaS arrangements to digital economy-related issues. Jane Farren assists clients with an array of information technology, intellectual property, and e-commerce mandates, covering both the contentious and non-contentious sides of the practice.

LK Shields Solicitors LLP and Byrne Wallace merged at the beginning of 2025 to form Byrne Wallace Shields LLP, which advises an array of both public and private sector clients on outsourcing contracts, SaaS agreements, and cloud computing-related matters. The team is highly skilled at advising clients at any stage in their lifecycle, with considerable experience acting for start-ups and scaling companies, as well as large domestic and multinational organisations. Victor Timon leads the team and routinely handles both traditional procurement projects and nascent technologies, such as AI and blockchain. Laura Greene has extensive experience in advising public and private sector organisations on SaaS agreements and data privacy policies. Jane O’Grady specialises in the use of emerging technologies in the development and sale of digital goods and services. Emily Harrington is also noted.

DLA Piper Ireland LLP distinguishes itself through its sector focuses in financial services, technology, life sciences, consumer goods, and fashion and retail. Mark Rasdale has ‘superb’ technical expertise in relation to Irish banks, assisting retail banks with data privacy matters and pillar banks in Ireland with the transformation of their core banking platforms. Rasdale jointly leads the team alongside Aoife Murphy and John Magee. Magee is reputed for his deep experience in technology transactions and global data governance and compliance. The highly praised Conor McEneaney is well positioned to draft and negotiate agreements related to systems and services, while Claire O’Brien regularly leads on digital transformation projects.

Technology outsourcing and data protection compliance matters are areas of expertise for Eversheds Sutherland, acting for both developers and end users across the financial services, technology, and retail sectors. The firm regularly acts for regulated clients in the procurement of global licensing arrangements. Having been appointed international head of technology, practice head Marie McGinley is a key figure for advising both domestic and multinational clients, while Aisling O’Hare has particular expertise with consumer contracts and the development of digital solutions. Ellie Cater is a prominent member of the team. Peter O’Neill departed the firm in August 2024.

The ‘impressive’ breadth of Matheson LLP’s technology practice covers advice on technology transactions, e-commerce regulation, and intermediary liability issues. The team is equally adept at handling data governance arrangements and general data protection, as well as cyber-attacks. Spearheading the practice is Anne-Marie Bohan, who leverages almost three decades of experience to advise predominantly financial services clients on the full spectrum of privacy rules. Carlo Salizzo focuses on technology outsourcing and software licensing contracts, while Michael Byrne is a technology litigation expert, focusing on advising ISPs on requests for take-downs of defamatory online material. Digital services regulation specialist Sarah Jayne Hanna joined in 2024 and Rory O’Keeffe departed in May 2024.

Beauchamps LLP's technology offering consists predominantly of non-contentious work, including drafting licensing and cloud service agreements and handling data privacy mandates. The team also advises clients on complying with data protection regulations and ensuring contractual safeguards around data protection. Edward Evans has amassed significant experience within the streaming and gaming industry, and he jointly heads up the team with Damian Maloney, who is highly skilled at drafting and negotiating an array of commercial agreements, notably software licensing agreements.

Advising on a growing stream of technology-related mandates, Bird & Bird's team handles license agreement reviews, data processing agreements, and outsourcing contracts. The firm routinely assists both domestic and overseas clients, prominently in the telecoms industry, with both contentious and non-contentious matters, including technology transactions. Practice head Deirdre Kilroy leads on the data privacy and goods and services mandates for major technology companies, while regulatory data protection work is core to Anna Morgan's practice. Litigator Ann Henry also comes recommended, with deep expertise in high-profile IP disputes.

Hayes Solicitors LLP's workload consists of agreements regarding outsourcing, software development, licensing, and contractual option development. The team has expertise in the implementation of booking and fulfilment systems across a range of industries, including consumer goods, travel, and leisure. Practice head David Phelan is active in investments in IT companies and advises website operators and news publishers on an an array of agreements, including content agreements and software licenses. Laura Fannin has an impressive track record with data protection and privacy matters, while ‘stand out’ lawyer Cian Clinch is a key figure for SaaS agreements and end user license agreements.

Pinsent Masons LLP's workload comprises of licensing agreements and the technology aspects of acquisitions, as well as regulatory and data protection matters. Clients, chiefly from the financial services sector, seek out practice head Andreas Carney for his expertise in technology outsourcing. Litigator Lisa Carty assists clients with regulatory investigations and enforcement actions, while Nicola Barden is noted for her experience with GDPR audit and remediation projects.

RDJ LLP’s offices in Galway, Cork, and Dublin specialise in advising clients on matters surrounding med-tech, cyber security, fintech, and AI. The team regularly advises on data breaches, the development of privacy policies, and cyber-attack. Practice head Ricky Kelly oversees critical incident response teams in the end-to-end investigations of personal data breaches, while Diarmaid Gavin’s caseload consists of IT procurement matters and the negotiation of system supply and software development agreements.