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Shoosmiths LLP

Information Technology

UK Guide 2026 : Thames Valley

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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)

  • Close Brothers Ltd
  • Global Switch
  • IMS Evolve
  • Charles Tyrwhitt
  • Facit Data Systems

Chambers Review

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Information Technology - Thames Valley

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
Shoosmiths has a highly regarded practice acting for an impressive roster of clients, with expertise in both the supply and customer sides of IT services. Considered a go-to for complex, large IT projects, the team has significant experience advising clients in a variety of sectors including automotive, defence, energy and healthcare.
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Strengths

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  • The firm's understanding of both legal and technical elements allows them to offer practical solutions in a rapidly evolving field.

    Information Technology respondentUK

  • The team at Shoosmiths is responsive and understands business needs.

    Information Technology respondentUK

  • The team is practical, tactical and give no-nonsense advice which enables our business to take informed decisions on the best course of action.

    Information Technology respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Robin Webb
    Robin Webb

    Robin Webb

    Robin Webb is recognised for his activity on behalf of sophisticated clients in a number of sectors, financial services and automotive in particular. He is recommended for all manner of complex IT outsourcings and technology projects.

    • Robin Webb is an excellent lawyer.

      Information Technology respondentUK

    • Robin Webb consistently provides practical, business-oriented legal advice. His ability to balance legal risks with commercial considerations makes him an invaluable asset to our team.

      Information Technology respondentUK
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  • Sebastian Price
    Sebastian Price

    Sebastian Price

    Sebastian Price advises specialist technology vendors on licensing and commercial arrangements of all kinds, and customers, in particular retailers and car makers, on IT procurement and the development of e-commerce platforms.
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Thames Valley

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