Andrew Scott
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Senior Statespeople : Information Technology
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Provided by Andrew Scott
Clients
Organizations of all sizes, from start-ups to international institutions.
Practice Areas
Andrew is an accomplished international information technology, outsourcing, and data lawyer whose career spans over three decades. He advises on, negotiates, and drafts contracts at all levels in the supply chain for both suppliers and customers, from software development and systems implementation, service delivery and management, to the distribution of software and services. He has particular expertise in the banking, financial services, and technology sectors. Andrew is committed to providing clients with not just legal counsel, but true legal peace of mind and exceptional value for money.
Career
Andrew graduated with the top law degree in his year and subsequently earned a rare distinction after two years of funded research into software contracts. Since qualification, he has practiced at the highest levels in his field in magic circle and international firms, and is a recognised expert.
In 2017, he took the bold step of opening his own practice in the North East, including a particular focus on the development of lawtech. The platform is ranked in Tier 1 of Chambers Law Tech Global-wide Law Tech Practice Management. This investment in technology is driven by a vision to support agile and productive delivery of legal services, ensuring clients have access to the most innovative and efficient solutions available.
Professional Memberships
The Law Society of England and Wales
Publications
Andrew's published materials include an article on software as goods which was cited by the High Court, and an early guide on compliance with data protection regulations by investment managers on which the Information Commissioner's Office provided comments. He has lectured on IT, IP, and data protection issues.
Work Highlights
He has been at the forefront of ground-breaking outsourcing deals in the fund management and banking sectors, and has navigated clients through complex multi-jurisdictional software development and implementation projects. His contribution to the legal world extends beyond client representation, having played a pivotal role in the merger of two law firms and served on the board of a major national law firm.
Education
School of Law, Newcastle upon Tyne Polytechnic
LLB (Hons)
1982 - 1986
Faculty of Law, University of Newcastle upon Tyne
LLM (Distinction) 2 years sponsored research into software contracts
1986 - 1988
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