Information Technology & Outsourcing
UK Guide 2025 : London (Firms)
Band 2
Contact number
(020) 7710 1000Chambers Review
Latham & Watkins' London-based, global-facing tech practice has the resources to handle complex global commercial and litigation matters across the full span of IT issues. The team is noted for expertise in relation to outsourcing, cybersecurity, data regulation and fintech. Notable for recent work in the developing areas of cryptocurrency and electronic trading. Its practitioners are renowned for being leading advisers on M&A transactions concerning tech companies.
Work Highlights
- Latham advised Sasol on the negotiation and agreement of contract terms with SAP for the procurement of a new Rise ERP solution.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The lawyers provide valuable guidance."
"They have a very strong grasp of our products and related contractual issues."
"Latham demonstrate a very comprehensive understanding of all the issues and market position in relation to the matter. This means that they are able to be very efficient in their advice."
"The lawyers provide valuable guidance."
"They have a very strong grasp of our products and related contractual issues."
"Latham demonstrate a very comprehensive understanding of all the issues and market position in relation to the matter. This means that they are able to be very efficient in their advice."
Notable Practitioners
Fiona Maclean is particularly recognised for her work on cloud platforms. She is well versed in guiding regulated entities such as financial services companies through their outsourcing transactions, including advising on data and cybersecurity concerns.
"Fiona is in every way exceptional. She has subject matter expertise, commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and work ethic. She is a pleasure to work with."
"Fiona is able to unravel gnarly questions and present solutions."
"Fiona is fantastic. She is very thorough in her work and her analysis of complex agreements. She is very responsive and is a pleasure to work with."
Gail Crawford advises on data-driven and cloud outsourcings and the knotty regulatory requirements governing such arrangements. She also advises on corporate transactions in the emerging tech company scene.
"Gail is superbly quick on her feet. She sees all the angles and is able to give good direction in a rapidly changing environment."
Alain Traill is noted for his abilities in both outsourcing projects and commercial contracts. He is particularly skilled in matters regarding online platforms.
"Alain is an excellent lawyer to have on your side."
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