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Provided by William Fry LLP
Our Technology Group is market leading in advising on all aspects of technology matters for suppliers, users and creators. We advise on supply of goods/services, licensing, outsourcing, e-commerce, data protection and intellectual property, as well as the broader range of corporate and commercial transactions typical in a full service law firm. Our client base includes both Irish start-up companies and established international brands.
Our Telecoms Group focuses on the legal, regulatory and tax aspects of operating in Ireland. Clients include regulatory bodies and global multinationals as well as Irish entrepreneurial start-ups. Incumbents and new market entrants are faced with complex legal and regulatory requirements, often stemming from European Union rules, overseen in particular by ComReg (the Commission for Communications Regulation) and the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (the ODPC).
We are trusted market leaders in Media & Entertainment. Our experience includes advising/acting for:
- 3 of the 7 daily newspapers in Republic of Ireland
- 50% of the 4 domestic TV channels
- Daily Mail Group, Communicorp and ESPN
- Trinity Mirror (publisher of the Daily Mirror) and The Irish Times
- Associated Newspapers (Ireland)
- UTV Ireland Limited
- Sky UK
Chambers Review
William Fry has a significant technology practice that acts on an array of data protection mandates. The law firm also acts on international data transfers and IT outsourcing agreements. Lawyers in the practice offer notable experience in contentious telecoms regulatory matters, having defended the national communications regulator ComReg in standout appeal proceedings. The department also advises on telecoms sector M&A deals or the rollout of new telecoms infrastructure.
Work Highlights
- William Fry assisted Times Security Systems with the implementation of its data protection compliance strategy.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"William Fry always puts forward a team who know their domain really well and combines sound legal advice with strong commercial acumen."
"The team never shies away from complex matters."
"The lawyers are always very client-focused and work in a spirit of partnership."
"William Fry always puts forward a team who know their domain really well and combines sound legal advice with strong commercial acumen."
"The team never shies away from complex matters."
"The lawyers are always very client-focused and work in a spirit of partnership."
Notable Practitioners
John O'Connor is a notable market presence who advises clients on non-contentious data protection matters.
"John O'Connor is a commercial and practical lawyer."
Leo Moore advises on commercial and data privacy issues arising from IT service or licensing agreements. He also handles standalone GDPR compliance matters.
"Leo Moore is a superb data lawyer and a go-to for data protection issues in Ireland."
"He is solutions-based and breaks complex legal issues down into palatable pieces."
David Cullen handles IT contracts and data protection matters. He has experience in standout cases that include IT outsourcing aspects and data transfers.
"David Cullen goes the extra mile to put clients first and exceeds expectations."
Claire Waterson acts for a range of clients in the telecoms sector. She advises both operators and regulators on telecoms matters, including those that arise from the rollout of new connected technologies.
Ranked Lawyers at
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Members
Provided by William Fry LLP
Andrew McIntyre
Carol Plunkett
Claire Waterson
David Kirton
Garrett Breen
Ivor Banim
Laura Scott
Myra Garrett
Sheila Tormey
Clients
Provided by William Fry LLP
Airspan
BSA The Software Alliance
BriteBill
Canada LIfe
Channel Islands Competition & Regulatory Authorities
ComReg
Daily MJail Group
Digicel
ESPN
Irish Rugby Football Union
KPN
Microsoft
RTE
SIRO
Sky UK
Tesco Ireland
Tesco Mobile Ireland
Times
Industries
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Automobiles & Parts
Banks
Charities / Not for Profit
Commercial & Professional Services
Education
Energy
Financial Services
Food & Drink Producers
Government
Health Care
Insurance
Media
Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
Retail
Software & Computer Services
Sports
Technology, Hardware & Electronics
Technology, Hardware & Electronics
Telecommunications
Travel & Leisure
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