TMT: IT & Telecommunications - Australia
What the team is known for
Maddocks fields a well-rounded and integrated TMT team advising on telecommunications regulations and technology contracting matters, including large-scale outsourcings. The law firm has a significant portfolio of government work, acting for Commonwealth and state government departments on software licensing and core infrastructure procurement. It has a notable presence in cyber resilience and data security matters, providing public and private organisations with valued advice on mandatory breach notification laws in Australia. Key clients include Deutsche Bank Australia, Monash University and Adobe Systems.
Strengths
"I would rate the legal firm's ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters as excellent. Throughout my interactions with them, they have consistently demonstrated a high level of competence and proficiency in dealing with intricate legal issues."
"Maddocks have a good understanding of what is happening commercially across a number of different digital and IT markets."
"I have full confidence in their service levels. Their response times are efficient without compromising quality."
"I found them to be knowledgeable and very collaborative."
Work highlights
Maddocks acted for Aristocrat Technologies in advising on all aspects of the trial of a first-of-its-kind digital wallet.
Notable practitioners
Brendan Coady is particularly well known as an adviser to telecommunications service providers on a wide range of commercial, contractual and regulatory issues. He also advises technology developers, communications infrastructure companies and government agencies. He is based in Sydney.
Caroline Atkins is based in Canberra and specialises in technology procurement matters, being particularly well known for her handling of large-scale mandates for the Commonwealth government in this sphere. "Caroline is always responsive to requests." "Caroline is an exceptional lawyer and a trusted adviser." "She provided well-rounded advice and has a keen eye for detail. Her communication is outstanding and she has always represented our interests correctly to achieve the right outcome."
Jeff Goodall specialises in the handling of significant procurement and outsourcing mandates for a mix of high-profile corporate and government body clients. Based in Sydney, he also advises on an extensive range of associated implementation and integration issues. "He is very collaborative and he is a good negotiator with third parties. Jeff is clear about the outcomes required and is really focused on reaching the outcomes without dragging things out." "Jeff always provides an appropriate level of service and awareness."
Anthony Willis is based in Canberra and specialises in the handling of significant procurement and outsourcing mandates for a mix of high-profile corporate and government body clients. He also advises on an extensive range of associated implementation and integration issues. "He could break complex matters down and explain and talk through them in a way that people understood. He was also very responsive to any enquiries or issues we raised."