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Fieldfisher

Information Technology & Outsourcing

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Information Technology & Outsourcing - London (Firms)

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
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.
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Work Highlights

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  • Fieldfisher advised S&P Global on its global AI governance project, which involved the creation of a new AI licensing model and an AI governance framework.

Strengths

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  • Fieldfisher are responsive and gives practical advice. They always make effort to understand their clients' needs.

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  • Fielfisher understand our business needs and the specific challenges we experience.

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  • They demonstrate strong client care with pragmatic advice and a willingness to provide a broader strategic perspective beyond pure legal guidance.

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  • Fieldfisher has industry expertise which is delivered pragmatically.

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  • The size of the team and their expertise makes Fieldfisher stand out.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Robert Shooter
    Robert Shooter

    Robert Shooter

    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.
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  • Paul Barton
    Paul Barton

    Paul Barton

    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 is good.

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  • Simon Briskman
    Simon Briskman

    Simon Briskman

    Simon Briskman advises suppliers and corporate customers on transformational IT projects, outsourcing and emerging areas of technology such as AI and robotic process automation.

    • He is the voice of reason. If I have any complicated questions, he is the one that I trust the most. He really understands the technology behind the contracts.

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    • Simon is an extremely practical, thoughtful and supportive lawyer.

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  • James Buckingham
    James Buckingham

    James Buckingham

    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.

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  • John Brunning
    John Brunning

    John Brunning

    John Brunning is recommended for his work on cloud deals, outsourcings and digital transformation projects, as well as for his knowledge of video games and tech in regulated and consumer settings. He has noteworthy expertise in emerging UK and EU legislation.

    • John is proactive in helping us horizon-scan and understand increasingly complex EU and UK digital regulation. He is able to succinctly explain the risks to a broad audience from across our business.

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    • John Brunning is responsive, knowledgeable and great to work with.

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  • John Worthy
    John Worthy

    John Worthy

    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 engenders a lot of confidence. He is methodical, conscientious and makes my job easier. He is very effective in both the legal and underlying analysis.

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