The IT and telecoms group at Addleshaw Goddard is praised for being ‘strong, committed, and delivering a five-star service’, advising clients across sectors on AI implementation, major systems rollouts, and tech outsourcing. Paul Bentham and Claire Edwards lead the team, with Bentham known for handling large-scale IT projects across both the public and private sectors and Edwards specialising in data protection and international transfers. The ‘phenomenal’ Phil McGough advises on a wide range of tech and commercial contracts, while Nadine Waters, praised as a ‘legend’ in the North West, has extensive experience in outsourcing and system implementation across the telecoms, retail, and manufacturing industries.

DLA Piper’s 'technically excellent' and 'truly exceptional' team advises on a wide range of IT and telecoms matters, including cloud computing, complex outsourcing and insourcing, ERP/CRM procurement, systems integration and smart ticketing issues. Practice head Sarah Bell has specific expertise in IT-related procurements, and Peter Brook is an expert in satellite technology contracts, while David Booth specialises in IT procurements and AI projects. Lee Brierley has extensive experience in smart ticketing and agile procurement projects, and Naomi McHale focuses on AI contract drafting as well as outsourcings, telecoms work and mobile communications contracts.

Pinsent Masons LLP‘s IT team advises on ERP system procurements, cloud-based contracts, SaaS licensings, outsourcings, and system integrations. The practice is led by Samantha Livesey, described as 'simply outstanding' and 'a true market leader', with notable expertise in complex ERP procurement and transition projects. Stephanie Lees advises on all aspects of data protection compliance, and Felicity Parsons specialises in digital and technology contracts. Brendan Hatch is also a key figure in the team, with strong expertise in technology contracts.

DAC Beachcroft LLP advises insurers, public sector bodies and commercial clients on complex IT projects involving AI, machine learning, blockchain, and facial recognition technology. Chris Air leads on non-contentious matters, including cloud computing and large-scale procurements. Harald Loeffler handles contentious work, specialising in high-value IT disputes. Rebecca Morgan and Jo Dumphy provide further expertise in data protection, software licensing, and tech disputes across the insurance and healthcare sectors.

DWF’s telecoms practice is led by Catherine Haslam alongside Thomas Armstrong and Frank Shephard, with extensive experience in both transactional and contentious telecoms property matters. The team handles complex infrastructure work, including mobile site agreements, forced site moves, and high-footfall locations such as sports stadia. Clients include major industry players such as BT, EE and the Home Office. Shephard heads the corporate telecoms offering, while Armstrong leads on litigation.

Fieldfisher’s IT and telecoms team advise on a broad spectrum of tech matters, from traditional software and hardware arrangements to AI, adtech, and facial recognition issues, as well as privacy and data protection matters. Sam Jardine, a specialist in technology and outsourcing contracts, co-leads the team alongside Rob Sheldon, who handles commercial contracts, privacy matters, and international IT and cyber projects. Laura Williams advises on non-contentious technology and commercial matters and supports clients across sectors with tech transactions and service agreements.

Gateley Legal advises clients across the full spectrum of IT law, including system implementations, SaaS and cloud-based deals, software and mobile app development, and managed services. The team also handles technology-related disputes, data protection work, and e-commerce issues. Andrew Rankin leads on non-contentious matters with expertise in system integrations, outsourcings, and healthcare tech procurements, alongside advising on international data transfers and processing. Tom Hughes focuses on SaaS solutions, consumer contracts, and regulatory compliance, including data protection issues.

Led by Amy Chandler, the IT team at Pannone Corporate LLP advises on both supplier and customer-side technology matters, including IT outsourcing, cloud computing, infrastructure implementation, SaaS, SLA, and AI technology mandates. The group has expertise in domain name disputes and offers support on data protection compliance. Chandler has strong expertise in IT projects, and Martin Pennington advises on disputes relating to maintenance and support agreements. Andrew West and Sarah Bazaraa handle contentious IT matters, and Patricia Jones focuses on international data transfers and contractual data protections.

Shoosmiths LLP‘s IT and telecoms practice is co-led by Luke Stubbs and Andrew Whalley. Stubbs, who is head of the firm’s fintech sub-sector, advises on a wide range of technology matters, from discrete tech contracts to digital transformation projects and outsourcing, both domestically and internationally. Whalley leads on contentious matters, with a focus on telecoms and technology disputes, as well as data breach claims. Lyndsay Crowder-Barton also plays a key role in the team, particularly in handling telecoms and tech-related disputes.

TLT’s IT and telecoms team advises clients within the fintech, digital economy, AI, and public sector spaces. David Gardner leads the group with a specialism in technology-driven procurement, outsourcing, and digital transformation, particularly for financial and digital sector clients. Sarah Quaynor handles transactional IT matters, and Grace Roddie advises on data protection compliance and contracts, especially for clients adopting new technologies. Adam Pickavant also supports a range of IT matters.

Brabners LLP‘s IT practice spans a range of areas, advising on biometric tech, commodity trading software, AI, gaming, and e-commerce issues. Colin Bell leads the practice and is experienced in IT and software-related matters, including SaaS, PaaS, licensing, and development agreements; he also advises tech clients on commercial contracts and data protection work. Managing partner Nik White also contributes to the practice with expertise in commercial contracts.

Led by Tom Bridgford, the IT team at Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP has expertise in technology outsourcing, cloud solutions, procurement issues, software contracts, and dispute resolution. Richard Hill focuses on cloud deals, data centre arrangements, and data security work. Matthew Taylor handles IT disputes, often using ADR, and Misha Sealy advises on commercial technology contracts. Shehan Kamal and Richard Jones are also key figures within the team.

Hill Dickinson LLP’s IT team is experienced in both the public and private sectors. Heads of the team are Mark Fitzgibbon, focusing on public procurement matters, and James Lonsdale, providing tech advice across sectors. Paddy Dwyer, who joined from DLA Piper in January 2025, brings significant expertise in large-scale outsourcings and multi-vendor IT models. Jay Mehta also joined the team from DWF in August 2024 and advises on AI and robotics in the life sciences and manufacturing spaces. Paul Walsh specialises in resolving IT and outsourcing disputes and handles litigation and arbitration for both suppliers and customers.

Mills & Reeve LLP’s IT team advises across sectors including the healthtech, edtech, and AI spaces, with particular expertise in software licensing, development, and data security. The team is led by Paul Knight and supports clients such as the British Council and the Intellectual Property Office. David Baines, who joined from Hill Dickinson LLP in June 2024, enhances the firm’s strength in complex tech matters. Laura Wells specialises in SaaS agreements, software and app development, and provides day-to-day advice on data protection, e-commerce, and digital marketing compliance. Sam Wigley also supports the team with expertise in a wide variety of IT and data protection matters.

Myerson Solicitors’ IT and telecoms team, described as ‘outstanding in every aspect’, has expertise in software licensing, SaaS, PaaS and platform agreements, cloud services, and IT outsourcings. Carla Murray leads, with significant experience in large-scale software implementations and cloud-based platforms. Richard Meehan is recognised as ‘exceptional’, advising on a broad range of IT and technology agreements, with particular strength in online fintech platforms, complex distribution structures, and technology transactions in regulated sectors.

Weightmans LLP advises a diverse client base across the public and private sectors, including NHS bodies, police authorities, universities, insurers, and video game studios. The team handles IT procurements, software and data matters, and broader tech issues. Sean Crotty leads the team with extensive experience advising both SMEs and large institutions on a range of IT and data issues. Sarah Walton and Michael Murphy are also involved in the team.