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Shoosmiths LLP

Information Technology

UK Guide 2026 : North West

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Shoosmiths LLP

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Shoosmiths’ IT & technology team has firmly established itself as one of the UK’s premier practices. 

The team operates nationally and is one of the largest dedicated practices in the UK, offering both strength and depth of expertise to handle the most complex and cutting edge transactions on a domestic and international scale.

The team combines its wealth of sector expertise with business sense and pragmatism, with many of its lawyers having previously occupied positions within the tech industry and as in-house lawyers. As a result, our lawyers are not just legal experts, but IT & technology experts.

The team has capability to advise on all IT & technology related matters, but has particular expertise in respect of:

  • Large scale, transformational tech and IT projects, including outsourcing and solution integration
  • IT agreements of all nature
  • FinTech
  • Web3 & Metaverse

Clients (5)

  • Two B2B Limited
  • Volkswagen Group
  • ABN Amro Bank
  • Dealsplus
  • Deliveroo

Chambers Review

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Information Technology - North West

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Shoosmiths offers deep expertise in a variety of technology matters, covering contract negotiations, digital transformations and outsourcing projects. The team services both suppliers and customers, and can advise on tech issues within a multitude of sectors, with the automotive, banking and retail sectors being but a few. The firm offers further experience in data protection and fintech-related matters.

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Work Highlights

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  • Shoosmiths advised Hotelbeds on its contracts with two providers of card and electronic payment processing services.

Strengths

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  • The team delivers a magic circle-style, Rolls-Royce service to the client.

    Information Technology respondentUK

  • Shoosmiths combines deep sector knowledge with excellent client service.

    Information Technology respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Luke Stubbs
    Luke Stubbs

    Luke Stubbs

    Luke Stubbs leads the Shoosmiths North West IT and technology team, and is adept at handling commercial contract and procurement related matters, such as digital transformation projects and SaaS agreements. He is also able to advise clients in the fintech sector.

    • Luke is a really good lawyer who understands the business challenges and adapts his advice. He is very commercial and knowledgeable in fintech.

      Information Technology respondentUK
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