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Bird & Bird

TMT

Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates


Bird & Bird

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TMT - United Arab Emirates


What the Team is Known For

Bird & Bird's UAE offices are well positioned to leverage the firm's global strengths in IP and TMT. The firm has experience in acting for several major tech and fintech names on issues relating to data privacy, cloud computing and AI. The firm's regional dispute resolution group is also able to assist clients with disputes arising in the technology sector.

Strengths

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  • Bird & Bird has extremely good negotiation skills and the ability to keep their eyes on the ball, keeping our interest in focus and aiming to reach an agreement.

    TMT respondentGlobal
  • Bird & Bird's ability to handle the legal intricacies of working with multiple stakeholders has facilitated smoother collaborations and enhanced the overall efficiency of our projects.

    TMT respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • United Arab Emirates, expertise based abroad in Saudi ArabiaNick O'Connell
    United Arab Emirates, expertise based abroad in Saudi ArabiaNick O'Connell

    Nick O'Connell

    Based in the Riyadh office of Bird & Bird, Nick O'Connell handles a broad range of matters, with the scope of his advice covering the procurement of ICT services, data protection issues and service rollouts.

    • We're highly satisfied with Nick's customer relations, expertise and strong communication skills.

      TMT respondentGlobal
    • Nick is very adept at picking things up quickly and is customer-focused.

      TMT respondentGlobal
    • Nick O'Connell is very responsive and client-focused.

      TMT respondentGlobal

Ranked Individuals at Bird & Bird (1)

United Arab Emirates

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