TMT: IT & Telecommunications

Herbert Smith Freehills is active across the full lifecycle of IT and telecommunications systems, representing clients from global multinationals to start-ups and Australian public sector bodies at both state and Commonwealth level. It advises on IT and business communications outsourcings and other complex contractual arrangements, on the integration of new technologies and on the full range of risk assessment, data protection and regulatory issues. In the media sphere, the law firm advises on high-value M&A, joint ventures and content agreements for leading networks and publishers. It also acts for Australian broadcasters and media corporations on distribution deals and co-production agreements, and advises on the management and exploitation of media assets, including sponsorships, merchandising, licensing, and assessments of value and risks. Key clients include TikTok, Uber and Google.

"Their ability to consider our commercial needs and anticipate them was a highlight of this team's approach."

"HSF are always extremely responsive and demonstrate keen awareness of our internal drivers and deadlines."

"HSF has been a fantastic support on business-critical, time-sensitive matters. Their service levels and responsiveness are second to none."

"They take a client-centric and pragmatic approach which is highly appreciated."

"There is exceptional team strength and capability as well as outstanding communication skills."

Herbert Smith Freehills advised on the Australian Government’s support for Telstra’s AUD2.4 billion acquisition of Digicel Pacific, the largest telecommunications provider in the Pacific region.

Herbert Smith Freehills acted for Sky Racing on its digital licence agreement, and its agency and commercial premises distribution agreement, with Racing and Wagering Western Australia.

Peter Jones is based in Sydney and offers deep experience in the management of both the transactional and the regulatory sides of major technology projects, his expertise being particularly well developed where cloud-based model-related matters and data monetisation issues are concerned.

Julian Lincoln operates across the TMT spectrum from the Melbourne office, maintaining a particularly close focus on technology transformation and large and complex outsourcing mandates.

Kwok Tang is based in Sydney and has considerable experience in advising on contract issues across technology, media and telecommunications. He maintains an impressive client base of globally renowned technology platforms operating across various industries.