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TMT: Media - Australia

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Gilbert + Tobin fields outstanding practitioners in the IT and telecommunications spheres, with a wealth of transactional and regulatory experience on market-leading deals for key domestic and multinational industry clients across multiple industries in the public and private sectors. The law firm is notably active in the procurement of global IT solutions and SaaS outsourcing mandates and prominent in the emerging technologies market, particularly in the areas of cybersecurity and data protection. It is additionally experienced in media regulation and content ownership, licensing and media buying work, including rights deals and commercial initiatives, and adept at assisting with privacy, digital piracy and simulcasting issues impacting on the provision of online media content. Gilbert + Tobin is further noted for corporate advisory and joint venture work for online, broadcast and print media companies and their owners.

Work Highlights

  • Gilbert + Tobin advised the Australian Rail Track Corporation in relation to all aspects of the contracting related to its ‘ATMS’ traffic management system for the Australian standard-gauge freight network, including the ATMS’s ongoing development, rollout and maintenance.

Strengths

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They had the requisite expertise, and when it was beyond the scope of the partner on the matter, partners within the firm with the expertise we needed were briefed.

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Gilbert + Tobin provide top-notch commercial advice and brilliant responsiveness.

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Asia-Pacific

Gilbert + Tobin is by far the most commercial and technically astute firm I have used. They make quick sense of complex technology and its novel application in business.

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Notable Practitioners

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Michael Caplan
2
Band 2

Michael Caplan focuses closely on complex procurement and other contractual arrangements in the IT space, and also advises extensively on transactional and data protection issues. Based in Melbourne, he is noted for offering expertise covering both Australia and South-East Asia and focused expertise concerning disruptive and other innovative technologies.

Michael is not only a technically excellent lawyer but he is also strategic and commercial, as well as accessible and responsive. He is a trusted partner to our business.

Michael Caplan is the best lawyer I've encountered in my career, he's astonishing and comes up with commercial solutions. He also utilises his team well and has attracted a great team.

Michael's strong legal expertise is a given, but what makes him exceptional is his communication skills and outstanding commercial awareness, making his advice highly practical and valuable.

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Tim Gole
2
Band 2

Tim Gole is based in Sydney and offers extensive experience in the representation of high-profile clients, including major public sector bodies and leading financial services providers, in strategic IT outsourcing mandates.

Tim Gole is excellent - he's very approachable, very down to earth and knows his stuff.

Tim is in a different league.

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Lesley Sutton
3
Band 3
Lesley Sutton is a well-regarded, Sydney-based practitioner in the IT space with extensive experience in the management of large-scale technology procurement projects, where she has often acted for both suppliers and customers in arrangements involving New South Wales or Commonwealth government bodies.

Lesley is sharp, detail-oriented and clear in her advice and reasoning. The work product is precise and accurate, and she approaches it from the perspective of the internal client.

I could contact Lesley and she would always respond.

Lesley Sutton is a really strong negotiator; we've had some really tough situations and negotiations with difficult counterparties. She's been amazing.

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Simon Burns
3
Band 3
Simon Burns is a Sydney-based IT specialist who stands out for his mastery of transactions conducted within the complex and still evolving regulatory environment of the digital and emerging technology space, being particularly familiar with the issues surrounding blockchain and emerging technology.

Simon is excellent. He's very approachable, very down to earth and knows his stuff.

Simon always meets every deadline. He is my go-to lawyer for complex transactions as he understands our business and knows how to get the deal done.

Simon Burns is an outstanding lawyer who thoroughly understands our business.

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Andrew Hii
U
Up and Coming
Andrew Hii has a broad practice specialising in technology and IP. He is well placed to advise clients across financial services and telecommunications on commercial and regulatory issues and is noted for his skill in handling the complexities of contract negotiations effectively.

Andrew Hii produces high-quality advice within very tight timeframes. He's also professional and personable.

Andrew Hii is an awesome lawyer who is very easy and a pleasure to deal with.

Andrew consistently provides timely and effective responses to our enquiries, no matter how urgent. His quick turnaround times and willingness to address issues promptly have been instrumental.

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TMT: Information Technology
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Michael Caplan
2
Band 2
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Tim Gole
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Band 2
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3
Lesley Sutton
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Band 3
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Simon Burns
3
Band 3
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Andrew Hii
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Up and Coming
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