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Reed Smith LLP

Information Technology & Outsourcing

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Reed Smith LLP

Rankings

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Information Technology & Outsourcing - London (Firms)

Band 4

What the Team is Known For
Reed Smith is a full-service firm with technology law forming a key part of its overall offering. The tech team acts for buyers of IT services in financial services, life sciences, media, entertainment and executive search, as well as many of the world's leading tech companies. The team is also recommended for advice on data protection and up-to-the-minute knowledge of virtual reality technology.
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Strengths

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  • The Reed Smith team is exceptional in how they help us achieve outcomes.

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  • Reed Smith is highly responsive and gives practical advice that provides business leaders with realistic solutions.

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  • Reed Smith's team are practical, they are amazing client service-wise and the turnaround times are excellent.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Cynthia O'Donoghue
    Cynthia O'Donoghue

    Cynthia O'Donoghue

    Cynthia O'Donoghue regularly acts for software companies and IT-rich corporates on cross-border transactions, data privacy requirements and digital asset management.

    • A great lawyer.

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    • Cynthia is knowledgeable, responsive, practical and calm under pressure.

      Information Technology & Outsourcing respondentUK
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  • Philip Thomas
    Philip Thomas

    Philip Thomas

    Philip Thomas is recommended for his handling of IT and data agreements of all kinds, often cross-border in scope. He has particular industry expertise in shipping and downstream oil and gas.

    • Phil is in our corner, and he is good at coming up with pragmatic solutions. Outside the box thinking is what we go to Phil for, and he really adds value .

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