Technology Sector (International & Cross-Border) - USA
What the team is known for
A law firm frequently endorsed for its geographic reach, DLA Piper is highlighted by sources as delivering an integrated approach to an array of transactional and contentious proceedings. Across its network, the law firm has a strong commitment to sector groups and industry-focused expertise, with retail, pharmaceuticals and technology representing key areas of focus.
The law firm's West Coast hub in California also serves as a key location for its global technology practice and acts for clients in conjunction with overseas colleagues to cover a huge range of jurisdictions. Rated highly for global transactions involving companies in the IT and software industries, the law firm has a strong capacity to serve companies and investors, with a good track record advising on venture capital transactions and private equity investment. It also frequently represents companies from other non-tech industries on technology and innovation projects within their businesses, such as global banks integrating and outsourcing IT, providing a strong global data and IP service across its global offices as well as in the US. Clients also typically report that the firm has a good value proposition and an innovative approach which resonates strongly within the sector from startups to larger corporations.
Strengths
"DLA has global resources ready to cover literally any legal matter on short notice."
"Their global representation is the reason we go with them."
"The team’s knowledge of international practice allows for real-time conversations about particular jurisdictions."
