TMT: IT & Telecommunications
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Australia
Band 2
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Herbert Smith Freehills is active across the full life cycle of IT and telecommunications systems, representing clients from global multinationals to startups and Australian public sector bodies at both state and Commonwealth levels. It advises on IT and business communications outsourcings and other complex contractual arrangements, on the integration of new technologies and on the full range of risk assessment, data protection and regulatory issues. In the media sphere, the law firm advises on high-value M&A, joint ventures and content agreements for leading networks and publishers. It also acts for Australian broadcasters and media corporations on distribution deals and co-production agreements, and advises on the management and exploitation of media assets, including sponsorships, merchandising, licensing, and assessments of value and risks.
Work Highlights
- Herbert Smith Freehills supported Dentsu as it incorporated Generative Artificial Intelligence into its business.
- Herbert Smith Freehillsadvised Tabcorp in relation to the media and sponsorship rights acquisition for the Melbourne Cup Carnival for the six-year period 2024-2029.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"One thing that's amazing about Herbert Smith Freehills is that they are amazing on timing; they will deliver."
"The team are always exceptionally well prepared and are always one step ahead. This is where Herbert Smith Freehills always excel, making life a lot easier."
"One thing that's amazing about Herbert Smith Freehills is that they are amazing on timing; they will deliver."
"The team are always exceptionally well prepared and are always one step ahead. This is where Herbert Smith Freehills always excel, making life a lot easier."
Notable Practitioners
Peter Jones is based in Sydney and offers deep experience in the management of both the transactional and regulatory sides of major technology projects, his expertise being particularly well developed where cloud-based model-related matters and data monetisation issues are concerned.
"Peter provides great insights and industry knowledge. He has a wealth of experience and if he has advice to offer, he just picks up the phone; similarly, I'll just call him if I need a sounding board."
"Peter Jones is a pleasure to work with. He always has a perspective on an issue and clearly enjoys working on complex matters."
Julian Lincoln operates across the TMT spectrum from the Melbourne office, maintaining a particularly close focus on technology transformation and large and complex outsourcing mandates.
"Julian Lincoln is a fantastic lawyer to have on your side. He's commercially astute and has great client awareness."
Kwok Tang is based in Sydney and has considerable experience in advising on contract issues across technology, media and telecommunications. He maintains an impressive client base of globally renowned technology platforms operating across various industries.
"Kwok has an excellent breadth of knowledge in his field."
Ranked Lawyers at
Herbert Smith Freehills
Australia