Information Technology

Alex Charlton KC has a highly respected IT practice, and brings his technical expertise to bear in acting for major private and public entities in the most significant cases. He has recently been active in disputes involving government bodies and those concerning large-scale contracts.

Iain Munro is experienced in handling high-profile IT-related disputes for both sides of the supplier-customer relationship. He demonstrates notable strength in issues regarding project failure, across industries ranging from telecoms and e-commerce to the automotive and healthcare sectors.

Matthew Lavy KC draws on technical expertise gained in his previous role as a software developer, and is able to advise on the most sophisticated technology disputes and projects. He is especially valued by clients for his knowledge of cybersecurity matters, and is well versed in business-critical systems for corporate and banking entities. He is also sought out for hotly contested IP-related litigation.

Simon Henderson is a highly regarded junior who is equally experienced acting in both litigation and arbitration for clients on the supplier and consumer sides of technology disputes. He has acted for some of the biggest global telecoms providers and software companies.

Terence Bergin KC has breadth and depth of technical expertise and represents both suppliers and consumers. Clients include retailers, government bodies and global telecoms providers. His broad experience includes acting in disputes relating to gambling and e-commerce platforms.

Gideon Shirazi is a talented junior who handles contentious IT disputes, and frequently acts as sole counsel in cases concerning cybersecurity and the formation and termination of contracts. He has a varied client base that includes the likes of digital transformation companies, global IT network suppliers and entities in the fintech space.

Lynne McCafferty KC represents clients ranging from specialist software providers to large-scale government bodies. She is recognised for her ability to make complex technical material comprehensible.

Daniel Goodkin is instructed by software developers and technology consulting companies in complex contractual disputes arising from distressed or delayed IT projects.

Laura Wright acts in a variety of complex technology-related litigation involving contractual disputes, failed IT implementations and trade mark infringements.

Nigel Tozzi KC is a talented silk who brings a broad range of expertise to bear in his varied technology practice. He is especially recognised for handling IT software disputes in relation to insurance providers, airports, hotels and universities. He is frequently engaged in sizeable disputes and insurance-related matters feature prominently in his caseload.

Quentin Tannock is instructed in a variety of technology-related contractual disputes and licensing agreements. He has particular experience handling technology matters arising in the cryptocurrency and telecommunications space.

Rebecca Keating is instructed in a variety of complex technology disputes, such as failed IT projects and data loss-related claims.