Spearheaded by David Yates, Al Tamimi & Company is a key contact for public sector entities, as well as international organisations. Yates is noted for his contentious capabilities, while Andrew Fawcett is well versed in regulatory telecommunications matters. Krishna Jhala’s broad caseload encompasses data protection and IT-enabled services.

Well regarded in the fintech sector, DLA Piper is proficient in AI solutions, data protection, intellectual property, and technology transactions. Paul Allen, who oversees the practice, often advises both regional and wider international clients on digital transformation projects. Saba Al Sultani is noted for her expertise in copyright, domain, and trademark matters, while Rami Zayat is especially capable in IT contracts work. Sam O’Neill is often engaged in cloud service arrangements.

Clyde & Co LLP’s key strengths cover broadcasting regulations, data protection compliance, regulatory telecommunications issues, and technology transactions. Masha Ooijevaar regularly handles AI, cybersecurity, and data transfer issues; Daniel Goddard is well versed in transactional NFT matters; and Rebekah Jones is noted for her strength in cyber-related matters. Ken Wong left the practice for CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang Lawyers and Consultants in August 2024, and former practice head Dino Wilkinson joined Baker McKenzie LLP in September 2024.

Able to draw on its considerable international network, CMS’ broad caseload encompasses advertising compliance, data protection, and technology transactions. Ben Gibson, who oversees the team, is skilled at IT licensing, as well as outsourcing. Kate Corcoran often handles e-commerce and intellectual property issues, while Khiloni Jobanputra is frequently engaged in commercial contracts. Ken Wong joined the team from Clyde & Co LLP in August 2024.

Noted for its capabilities in cross-border data protection, regulatory issues, and transactional work, the team at Latham & Watkins LLP is headed up by Brian Meenagh. Meenagh regularly advises on cybersecurity, fintech, outsourcing, and telecommunications issues, while Ksenia Koroleva is a key port of call for various entities in the Middle East, particularly tech sector and public sector actors. Lucy Tucker is proficient in data privacy and cybersecurity matters.

Often engaged in technology procurement and outsourcings, Simmons & Simmons Middle East LLP is geared to handle compliance, commercial, and regulatory IT matters. Raza Rizvi, who oversees the department, is particularly active in the fintech sector, often acting for sizeable financial institutions. Alexandra Harmer is well versed in the commercialisation, development, and transfer of intellectual property rights. Jas Shoker is a key port of call for technology companies and Vishal Patel is proficient in regulatory technology matters. Owen Afriye is noted for cross-border data work.

Commended for its ‘exceptional industry knowledge’, The Bench is jointly led by Kelly Tymburski, Jouhayna Amr, and Salio De Souza. Tymburski is noted for her strength in data privacy obligations, and Amr has over two decades of experience in digital banking and payment matters. Joby Beretta is another key team member.

White & Case LLP’s recent caseload encompasses data privacy, digital platform content, and fintech matters, as well as the TMT aspects of M&A transactions. Practice head Stefan Mrozinski is a key port of call for big tech, corporate, and public sector entities on cloud computing and government-led transformation projects. Gabrielle Margerison is noted for her expertise in financial services licensing, while Arnold Krutillins often advises technology companies on regulatory matters.

Baker McKenzie LLP’s key strengths lie in data protection compliance and investigations, digital transformation projects, and technology procurement issues. Lucrezia Lorenzini is often engaged on technology agreements surrounding digital solutions, while Maher Ghalloussi is skilled at media compliance and regulatory matters. Dino Wilkinson joined the firm from Clyde & Co LLP in Sep 2024 and now heads the team.

Led by Simon Shooter, the team at Bird & Bird is particuarly noted for its expertise in artificial intelligence and blockchain development matters. Boasting more than three decades of experience, Shooter is skilled at IT procurement and transactions, while Yannick Hefti-Rossier is a key port of call for sports sector clients seeking assistance with contentious and regulatory matters. Other key figures include Nikita Manro, who regularly handles SaaS, software licence, and telecom agreements.

A key port of call for financial institutions, startups, and venture capital firms, BSA Law's workload notably covers regulatory matters surrounding cybersecurity, emerging technologies, and telecoms. Nadim Bardawil, who leads the practice, often advises media and technology clients on transactional matters. Hala Harb is particularly active in the fintech sector, while Marina El Hachem is noted for her capabilities in data privacy.

Especially reputed for its experience in SIM card swap fraud cases, Charles Russell Speechlys LLP is well versed in a host of AI, digital, and technology work. Practice head Mark Hill is a key contact for app providers, film producers, and telecoms companies, while Lara Haidar is noted for her experience in intellectual property enforcement and protection matters.

With notable expertise in data privacy, Clifford Chance is well versed in TMT disputes, regulatory matters, and transactions. Practice head Jack Hardman is proficient in digital asset matters and online platform development. Zayed Al Jamil is skilled in data licensing, outsourcing, and procurement agreements, while James Dadford is a key contact for a range of financial institutions. Other key figures include Sami Rahim, whose workload regularly involves commercial contracts; Mark Comber, noted for his experience in data protection, and Hemin Hazar, a specialist in cloud computing matters.

Headed by Henrietta Baker, Dentons’ broad TMT expertise encompasses commercial contracts, data privacy, litigation, and M&A. Baker is noted for her strength in AI and strategic sourcing, while Pardeep Jagpal often handles commercial projects. Other key members of the team include Kahroba Kojouri, who advises clients on global data transfers.

With cross-border capabilities, the ‘professional, efficient, and very responsive’ practice at Eversheds Sutherland LLP is proficient in regulatory matters surrounding emerging technologies. Practice head Nasser Ali Khasawneh is often engaged in copyright, media, and technology matters. Andrew Garbett is well versed in transactional work concerning IT contracts.

Lauded for its ‘solid experience and knowledge’, Gowling WLG's capabilities cover cybersecurity, digital transformation projects, and regulatory telecoms projects. Practice head Alexandre Brazeau is experienced in fintech and IT procurement, while Charlotte Wright frequently handles AI application development. Sanjita Roy is proficient in fintech licensing projects, while Arwa Abdeh is skilled at consumer and data protection matters.

Hadef & Partners LLC fields a wide-ranging workload, handling commercial transactions, data privacy, e-commerce, media licensing, and SaaS matters. Victoria Woods is often engaged in technology contracts and regulatory telecoms work, while Yasser Omar is particularly knowledgeable in licensing matters. IP practice head James Dunne handles trademark protection.

Well regarded in the entertainment and media sector, Reed Smith’s key strengths lie in data management and protection. Practice head Jamie Ryder is highly experienced in content acquisition agreements, content production, and media exploitation agreements, while Adela Mues is noted for her capabilities in cross-border transactions. Other key members of the team include Alex MacKay, who is often engaged on content production and distribution mandates.

The multidisciplinary TMT practice at Stephenson Harwood Middle East LLP is reputed for its data protection, digital asset regulation, and fintech expertise. Well regarded in the technology sector, practice head Melissa Forbes-Miranda is skilled at software licensing and development work. Philip Clarke and Sandeep Dhama are often engaged in virtual asset matters, while Diwakar Agarwal is another key team member for corporate and commercial transactions.

Recently handling AI, compliance, and data matters, the TMT practice at Trowers & Hamlins LLP is jointly headed by Saleem Adam and Stephen Sullivan. Adam is noted for his knowledge of data privacy, intellectual property, outsourcing transactions, and regulatory telecommunications matters, while Sullivan is skilled at TMT transactions.