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DLA Piper LLP

Information Technology & Outsourcing

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DLA Piper LLP

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Information Technology & Outsourcing - Scotland

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper is a well-regarded international firm that maintains a reputation as a strong choice for clients across the span of technology and outsourcing matters. The Scotland team is particularly strong in the financial services, entertainment, consumer goods, utilities and technology sectors. The firm is noted for its ability to augment its regional presence with additional expertise and resources from its national and international network.

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Work Highlights

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  • DLA Piper advised Merlin Entertainments on the renewal of its global payment processing provider agreement with Ayden, covering both merchant acquiring and gateway services across North America, Europe and APAC.

Strengths

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  • They are committed to understanding the clients.

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  • They combine clarity with expertise and an ability to explain complex legal issues in plain English. They’re flexible, practical and genuinely collaborative.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • John McKinlay
    John McKinlay

    John McKinlay

    John McKinlay leads DLA Piper's UK IP and technology practice. He advises major corporates on outsourcing and the procurement and implementation of transformational IT projects.

    • His ability to distil complex contracts into language we can understand and act on is invaluable. He combines expertise with warmth and clarity.

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    • He is exceptional in terms of attitude, responsiveness and pragmatism. Really useful advice just when we need it.

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  • Linzi Penman
    Linzi Penman

    Linzi Penman

    Linzi Penman is skilled in a variety of IT and outsourcing matters, including contract negotiations, technology procurement and transformation projects.

    • She is fantastic.

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    • Linzi is a bright lawyer.

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    • She is commercial, knows her stuff and knows how to negotiate.

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    • Linzi Penman is a rare talent in that she is obviously extremely knowledgeable, yet also friendly and approachable, with excellent client care skills, which sets her apart from competitors.

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