Information Technology & Outsourcing
UK Guide 2025 : Scotland
Band 1
Contact number
0131 228 3777About
Provided by Brodies LLP
Our technology experts combine transactional experience with a genuine interest in technology to provide focused and practical advice.
We act for a wide range of companies and organisations in the technology sector, from some of the largest technology businesses in the world to start-ups and niche businesses that have exciting products and are looking to grow in areas such as AI, data analytics, IoT, fintech, adtech and blockchain. We can support at every stage of the journey, with tailored solutions to meet the needs of your business.
We provide advice across the full range of practice areas including commercial and technology contracts, intellectual property protection, data, employment, tax and benefits, and disputes. Through our international networks, we can also support your expansion into new markets.
Our corporate team advises on technology fundraising and investment, including university spin-out work, venture capital and private equity backed deals. We regularly act for some of the world's leading technology funds on deals across Europe.
On outsourcing, we have advised clients on large strategic business process and technology outsourcings and partnering arrangements, acting for both customers and suppliers, and covering a wide variety of sectors, including financial services, the public sector, aviation and engineering and facilities management, where we have led on deals both in the UK and internationally.
Chambers Review
Brodies' tech offering is recognised for its work across a range of disciplines, including data protection, outsourcing and IT litigation. Its contentious work takes in litigation, arbitration and mediation. The team is adept at handling work in a range of sectors, including heavily regulated ones such as financial services, the public sector and defence. It has significant experience in advising clients on large IT procurement projects and capable of handling all aspects of the process.
Work Highlights
- Brodies advised ScotRail Trains in regard to a contract with UKG for the implementation of a fully hosted and supported IT service.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The service is excellent. They have technical expertise paired with commerciality."
"The firm has strong experts in privacy as well as regulatory matters."
"Brodies understand the complexities of IT disputes."
"The lawyers are extremely competent at handling complex matters."
"The service is excellent. They have technical expertise paired with commerciality."
"The firm has strong experts in privacy as well as regulatory matters."
"Brodies understand the complexities of IT disputes."
"The lawyers are extremely competent at handling complex matters."
Notable Practitioners
Alison Bryce is deeply rooted in the tech sector and advises on all manner of software licensing agreements, software development projects and cybersecurity issues. Additionally, she is an IP expert and has experience with regard to licensing blockchain and cryptocurrency products.
"Alison is driven by her attention to detail."
Grant Campbell acts for customers and suppliers on all manner of IT agreements, data protection implementation exercises and contract disputes.
Iain Rutherford is highly recommended for his IT disputes practice. He is relied on by large corporate customers of complex systems as well as leading suppliers and consultancies.
"Iain has good knowledge of technical details. He is calm and confident in heated interviews and meetings."
"Iain is a strong partner. He understands the issues at hand and is commercially aware as well as focused on the legal arguments."
Martin Sloan leads on a raft of domestic and international IT procurements and outsourcings, and attendant data protection issues. He has a significant client base in financial services.
"Martin is great to work with. He is always available when we need him to provide advice and guidance."
"Martin is a very strong privacy lawyer. He has an excellent level of expertise."
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