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Peter Waters retains his reputation as one of the leading experts across the full range of telecommunications issues, not only in Australia but also internationally. He continues to contribute the insights acquired in his many years' experience in the area to key practice mandates. He is based in Sydney.

"Peter Waters is a true thought leader on AI."

"Peter is best in the market and has been for 20 years, I have no doubt about it!"

Sheila McGregor is based in Sydney and offers exceptional experience in the handling of IT procurement mandates, particularly where state and Commonwealth government departments and agencies are concerned, and continues to advise on key mandates in this sphere.

"Sheila McGregor is an acknowledged leader in her field. She's very smart and sophisticated in her knowledge."

Michael Caplan focuses closely on complex procurement and other contractual arrangements in the IT space, and also advises extensively on transactional and data protection issues. Based in Melbourne, he is noted for offering expertise covering both Australia and South-East Asia and focused expertise concerning disruptive and other innovative technologies.

"Michael Caplan is the best lawyer I've encountered in my career, he's astonishing and comes up with commercial solutions. He also utilises his team well and has attracted a great team."

"Michael's strong legal expertise is a given, but what makes him exceptional is his communication skills and outstanding commercial awareness, making his advice highly practical and valuable."

"Michael is not only a technically excellent lawyer but he is also strategic and commercial, as well as accessible and responsive. He is a trusted partner to our business."

Tim Gole is based in Sydney and offers extensive experience in the representation of high-profile clients, including major public sector bodies and leading financial services providers, in strategic IT outsourcing mandates.

"Tim Gole is excellent - he's very approachable, very down to earth and knows his stuff."

"Tim is in a different league."

Lesley Sutton is a well-regarded, Sydney-based practitioner in the IT space with extensive experience in the management of large-scale technology procurement projects, where she has often acted for both suppliers and customers in arrangements involving New South Wales or Commonwealth government bodies.

"Lesley Sutton is a really strong negotiator; we've had some really tough situations and negotiations with difficult counterparties. She's been amazing."

"Lesley is sharp, detail-oriented and clear in her advice and reasoning. The work product is precise and accurate, and she approaches it from the perspective of the internal client."

"I could contact Lesley and she would always respond."

Simon Burns is a Sydney-based IT specialist who stands out for his mastery of transactions conducted within the complex and still evolving regulatory environment of the digital and emerging technology space, being particularly familiar with the issues surrounding blockchain and emerging technology.

"Simon always meets every deadline. He is my go-to lawyer for complex transactions as he understands our business and knows how to get the deal done."

"Simon Burns is an outstanding lawyer who thoroughly understands our business."

"Simon is excellent. He's very approachable, very down to earth and knows his stuff."

Andrew Hii has a broad practice specialising in technology and IP. He is well placed to advise clients across financial services and telecommunications on commercial and regulatory issues and is noted for his skill in handling the complexities of contract negotiations effectively.

"Andrew consistently provides timely and effective responses to our enquiries, no matter how urgent.His quick turnaround times and willingness to address issues promptly have been instrumental."

"Andrew Hii produces high-quality advice within very tight timeframes. He's also professional and personable."

"Andrew Hii is an awesome lawyer who is very easy and a pleasure to deal with."