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Bird & Bird

TMT: IT & Telecommunications

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Bird & Bird

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TMT: IT & Telecommunications - Australia

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Bird & Bird is recognised for its expertise in corporate transactions for telecommunications companies and digital businesses, fintech, cloud technology and the related data protection issues. The law firm advises technology and communications companies on leasing and licensing issues as well as data centre and mobile network expansions. It is also experienced in assisting clients with matters relating to satellite-based projects. Bird & Bird's growing media practice is valued by clients from traditional and new media alike for its guidance on defamation, pre-publication, privacy and regulatory matters.

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Thomas Jones
    Band 3Thomas Jones

    Thomas Jones

    Thomas Jones is a highly experienced, Sydney-based handler of telecommunications sector mandates who advises service providers on numerous aspects of the development of new projects. He is particularly well known for his mastery of regulatory issues.

  • Band 4Shane Barber
    Band 4Shane Barber

    Shane Barber

    Shane Barber advises on telecommunications issues, acting for some of Australia's leading service providers and offering especially expertise where cross-border mandates or the regulatory aspects of network rollout projects are concerned. He is based in Sydney.

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