Arthur Cox, Information Technology

About

Provided by Arthur Cox

The Arthur Cox Technology & Communications Group advises clients operating in technology industries and availing of technology services on all aspects of the law.

We provide leading specialists in IT and Communications law, Intellectual Property, Privacy and Data Protection, Outsourcing, e-commerce and m-commerce, Media & Entertainment law and Betting/Gaming law.

Arthur Cox offers a one-stop shop for any business or public sector body active in the sector.

Our group of dedicated, specialist lawyers advise a broad range of clients on a wide range of issues in this sector. As one of the largest firms in Northern Ireland, we can offer lawyers who are experts in niche areas such as intellectual property, communications, data protection/privacy, outsourcing, gaming and electronic commerce.

We act (in conjunction with our Dublin and San Francisco offices) for many of Northern Ireland, Great Britain and Ireland’s emerging and established technology companies in addition to major US and European companies operating in Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom.

We advise technology start-ups, established operators and leading players in the technology, communications and gaming industries. We advise suppliers and users in both the public and private sectors, on technology business formation, the commercialisation of IP, complex contract and licensing arrangements; issues relating to data and privacy, outsourcing, online commerce, fraud and security, consumer law and much more.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Information Technology - Northern Ireland

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Arthur Cox is a top choice for clients across the full spectrum of IT matters. It is able to leverage its international TMT team to offer clients a high level of support on local, national and cross-border projects. The team is known for its activity on large IT procurements and outsourcings for local authorities.

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Work Highlights

Provided by Arthur Cox

Arthur Cox advised Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Authority on the implementation and termination of its IT contract with Systel for a new command and control IT system.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

The lawyers are very aware of the broad spectrum of contract law and provide us with the best advice possible, together with the potential risks and benefits of differing approaches.