Information Technology & Outsourcing
UK Guide 2025 : London (Firms)
Band 1
Contact number
(020) 7105 7000Chambers Review
As a tech-focused firm, Osborne Clarke is engaged on a wide variety of IT projects, from advising on business-critical systems for small and medium-sized companies to providing counsel on cutting-edge start-up development. It also assists major technology companies with the development of new user-facing products. The team is noted for deep expertise in telecommunications systems. The team is one of the country's leading AI practices.
Work Highlights
- Osborne Clarke continues to advise BT and EE on a 20-year agreement with BAI Communications to deliver mobile connectivity on the London Underground.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team has a wealth of experience and does not shy away from tackling complex matters."
"The team is always on hand to assist with last-minute queries and issues as they arise."
"The Osborne Clarke team has great knowledge of the market, excellent technical skills and a good understanding of client priorities."
"Osborne Clarke has exceptionally talented lawyers with deep expertise."
"The team is able to make complex matters simple whilst providing a quick turnaround and coming up with pragmatic solutions."
"The team has a wealth of experience and does not shy away from tackling complex matters."
"The team is always on hand to assist with last-minute queries and issues as they arise."
"The Osborne Clarke team has great knowledge of the market, excellent technical skills and a good understanding of client priorities."
"Osborne Clarke has exceptionally talented lawyers with deep expertise."
"The team is able to make complex matters simple whilst providing a quick turnaround and coming up with pragmatic solutions."
Notable Practitioners
Mark Taylor is highly sought after for his advice on the procurement, development and roll-out of new IT products by technology-driven consumer-facing businesses.
"Mark is very professional and always provides strong, commercially focused legal advice. His institutional knowledge is incredibly valuable."
"Mark provides excellent guidance and is very responsive and thorough. He has a great pragmatic approach, offering sensible commercial solutions to complex matters."
"He is very pragmatic, responsive, and a safe pair of hands. Mark is calm under pressure."
John Buyers advises clients in highly regulated sectors on software and analytics licensing and outsourcing transactions. He is also an authority on AI-based products.
"He is a pleasure to work with."
"John is a commercial and pragmatic partner. He brings a wealth of industry experience to negotiations."
"John is a stellar lawyer and a thought leader in artificial intelligence. He has the rare combination of exceptional legal acumen and a strong focus on client service."
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Osborne Clarke LLP
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