Information Technology & Outsourcing
UK Guide 2025 : London (Firms)
Band 1
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Fieldfisher has a long-standing specialism in IT, advising on transactions involving cutting-edge technology and complex digital transformation projects. It acts for vendors, large public and private sector customers, and emerging technology, fintech, digital media and e-commerce companies. The firm has a substantial Silicon Valley presence which ensures ever greater access to cutting-edge developments in the field.
Work Highlights
- Fieldfisher advised BNF Bank on its digital transformation and outsourcing project.
Strengths
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"The team is knowledgeable and pragmatic in its advice."
"Fieldfisher is able to deal with any matter we ask them to handle, however complex."
"Fieldfisher has a wealth of experience, which means the lawyers' advice is thoughtful and well considered from all perspectives."
"Fieldfisher provides first-rate service. The team is absolutely excellent."
"The team provides clear and concise advice. Their lawyers are available and attentive."
"The team is knowledgeable and pragmatic in its advice."
"Fieldfisher is able to deal with any matter we ask them to handle, however complex."
"Fieldfisher has a wealth of experience, which means the lawyers' advice is thoughtful and well considered from all perspectives."
"Fieldfisher provides first-rate service. The team is absolutely excellent."
"The team provides clear and concise advice. Their lawyers are available and attentive."
Notable Practitioners
Robert Shooter is well regarded for his handling of complex technology transactions involving global professional services firms. Formerly head of Fieldfisher's technology, outsourcing and privacy group, he is now the firm's managing partner.
Paul Barton advises leading technology suppliers and sophisticated customers such as media platforms, government departments and agencies and financial institutions. He has substantial experience advising on high-value cloud computing contracts.
"Paul has a calm and measured approach. He brings a wealth of experience to the table which adds significant value."
"Paul is always willing to help and is very approachable."
"Paul is a good lawyer."
Simon Briskman advises suppliers and corporate customers on transformational IT projects, outsourcing and emerging areas of technology such as AI and robotic process automation.
John Worthy advises IT innovators and their customers on all manner of cutting-edge technology licensing and development projects. John is experienced in advising household names on global expansion strategies related to payment card programmes. He also heads the firm's dedicated satellite and space projects practice.
"John is excellent all round."
"John keeps regular contact to discuss business matters. His service levels and knowledge of the industry are excellent."
James Buckingham advises on all manner of IT licence transactions and is highly knowledgeable with regard to major outsourcings, collaborations and multi-vendor agreements. He is also a pillar of the firm's public sector technology procurement work.
"He consistently provides excellent advice and goes above and beyond to work to impossible timelines. James is a trusted legal adviser."
"James provides clear advice."
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