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Information Technology

Our practice encompasses all aspects of technology work including advising on a broad range of IT agreements (SaaS agreements, software development agreements and support agreements), technology outsourcing, e-commerce matters, technology transactions, data protection and other technology and innovation related projects.  We are equally comfortable advising customers as well as suppliers, as the client base of the firm has always been expansive and progressive.


Media

Our clients include some of the largest operators in publishing, broadcasting, TV and film production, internet, betting and gaming and digital enterprises in Ireland and internationally. Our contentious media defence practice complements our team’s broader expertise in complex commercial disputes. Digital media remains a key focus and we have been developing our commercial disputes and regulatory advice for digital publishers, .


Telecommunications

We have extensive experience in the telecoms sector and combine in-depth industry expertise with first-class legal knowledge to assist telecoms clients in achieving their commercial and regulatory objectives. We advise a diverse and growing range of international and domestic players across all communications platforms and all perspectives. Clients include fixed line operators, mobile network operators, telecoms infrastructure providers and MVNOs, as well as the new and innovative OTT providers, IoT and cloud-based service providers. 

Chambers Review

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TMT: Information Technology - Ireland

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

McCann FitzGerald houses an esteemed TMT department offering a high level of specialisation in media cases and strong IT and telecoms expertise. The law firm is frequently instructed by leading broadcasters and publishing companies, with proven experience in defamation cases. The IT practice advises on data protection mandates and complex outsourcing projects. The legal team also advises key clients on telecoms regulatory issues arising from their participation in infrastructure projects. McCann FitzGerald is well known for its reputation acting for both public and private clients on telecoms regulatory issues.

Work Highlights

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  • McCann FitzGerald assisted Transport Infrastructure Ireland with technology outsourcing agreements for the improvement of Ireland's national road network.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Paul Lavery
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Paul Lavery
1
Band 1
Paul Lavery regularly advises leading multinational companies on data protection and the drafting of outsourcing or other IT contracts.

Paul is one of the best in Ireland on data protection. He is incredibly knowledgeable, practical and helpful.

Paul is excellent, knowledgeable, and understands the sector and the challenges a company faces.

Adam Finlay
3
Adam Finlay
3
Band 3
Adam Finlay is well known for assisting clients with contentious and non-contentious data protection mandates. He is also well placed to advise on outsourcing agreements.

Adam Finlay has an exceptional ability to explain complex nuanced concepts and excellent commercial acumen.

Doug McMahon
U
Doug McMahon
U
Up and Coming
Doug McMahon assists clients with a range of TMT matters including data protection, outsourcing and procurement within the IT sphere.

Doug McMahon is responsive, calm, balanced and pragmatic. He understands the client well and has a commercial approach.

Doug is pragmatic and gives realistic and practical advice.

Rosaleen Byrne
Rosaleen Byrne
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Rosaleen Byrne has a broad litigation practice that includes work on behalf of Ireland's telecoms regulator.

Rosaleen is an exceptional lawyer, with an ability to get to the heart of any issue, no matter how complex, quickly and efficiently.

Rosaleen Byrne is an outstanding practitioner in complex disputes.

She is truly dedicated to achieving the best outcome for her client and is a terrific listener, taking enormous care over the finest of details.

Her strategic approach to every case leads to consistent excellence.

Ranked Lawyers at
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TMT: Information Technology

Paul Lavery
1
Paul Lavery
1
Band 1
Adam Finlay
3
Adam Finlay
3
Band 3
Doug McMahon
U
Doug McMahon
U
Up and Coming
TMT: Telecommunications

Rosaleen Byrne
Rosaleen Byrne
Spotlight

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