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Hogan Lovells

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What the team is known for

Hogan Lovells offers an international IT practice servicing a formidable client roster on a variety of contentious, regulatory and compliance mandates, often related to data protection and privacy. Data transfer issues are one of the team's area of expertise, as well as cloud computing and other technologies. The team also handles licensing and outsourcing matters. The law firm is a popular choice for international and domestic tech firms, AI developers and energy providers.

Strengths

"What we like the most about Hogan Lovells is the team's ability to solve legally complex problems, bringing a realistic solution to them," enthuses one client, further endorsing the firm's international capabilities.

Work highlights

Advised Applied Therapeutics on the GDPR and data protection requirements relating to clinical trials.

Notable practitioners

Gonzalo Gállego is valued by clients for his ability to solve complex issues, with one respondent confirming that "he has international experience and sound expertise." He handles a plethora of IT topics, being particularly active in cloud-based software applications and tracking technologies, as well as outsourcing and licensing agreements.

Laur Badin joins this year's ranking following recognition for his extensive work on data protection matters. He assists clients with data transfers, outsourcing agreements and privacy matters.

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Overview

We are genuine specialists in every legal aspect concerning IT & Media. Our IT, Media and Data Protection teams have more than 200 specialized partners and associates in 13 jurisdictions in Europe, the US, and Asia. Our specialization not only entails deep knowledge of the applicable regulations to the sector, but also of the industry, including its type of business, complex language, particular risks, etc.

Focused on advising the technology or telecommunications industry only. Our clients also include leaders in computer, internet, telecommunications and media services, as well as the users of such services, companies that acquire them, and those litigating against providers of such services.

In addition, our experience in the field of data protection and cybersecurities multisector, consistently advising clients from very different industries such as the insurance, retail, life sciences, internet and telecoms sectors.