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William Fry LLP
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Provided by William Fry LLP

Our Technology Group is market leading in advising on all aspects of technology matters for suppliers, users and creators. We advise on supply of goods/services, licensing, outsourcing, e-commerce, data protection and intellectual property, as well as the broader range of corporate and commercial transactions typical in a full service law firm. Our client base includes both Irish start-up companies and established international brands.

Our Telecoms Group focuses on the legal, regulatory and tax aspects of operating in Ireland. Clients include regulatory bodies and global multinationals as well as Irish entrepreneurial start-ups. Incumbents and new market entrants are faced with complex legal and regulatory requirements, often stemming from European Union rules, overseen in particular by ComReg (the Commission for Communications Regulation) and the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (the ODPC).

We are trusted market leaders in Media & Entertainment. Our experience includes advising/acting for:

  • ​3 of the 7 daily newspapers in Republic of Ireland
  • 50% of the 4 domestic TV channels
  • Daily Mail Group, Communicorp and ESPN
  • Trinity Mirror (publisher of the Daily Mirror) and The Irish Times
  • Associated Newspapers (Ireland)
  • UTV Ireland Limited
  • Sky UK

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What the Team is Known For

William Fry has a significant technology practice that acts on an array of data protection mandates. The law firm also acts on international data transfers and IT outsourcing agreements. Lawyers in the practice offer notable experience in contentious telecoms regulatory matters, having defended the national communications regulator ComReg in standout appeal proceedings. The department also advises on telecoms sector M&A deals or the rollout of new telecoms infrastructure.

Work Highlights

Provided by William Fry LLP

  • William Fry assisted Times Security Systems with the implementation of its data protection compliance strategy.

Strengths

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"William Fry always puts forward a team who know their domain really well and combines sound legal advice with strong commercial acumen."

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"The team never shies away from complex matters."

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"The lawyers are always very client-focused and work in a spirit of partnership."

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Notable Practitioners

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John O'Connor
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John O'Connor
2
Band 2

John O'Connor is a notable market presence who advises clients on non-contentious data protection matters.

"John O'Connor is a commercial and practical lawyer."

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Leo Moore
2
Leo Moore
2
Band 2

Leo Moore advises on commercial and data privacy issues arising from IT service or licensing agreements. He also handles standalone GDPR compliance matters.

"Leo Moore is a superb data lawyer and a go-to for data protection issues in Ireland."

"He is solutions-based and breaks complex legal issues down into palatable pieces."

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David Cullen
3
David Cullen
3
Band 3

David Cullen handles IT contracts and data protection matters. He has experience in standout cases that include IT outsourcing aspects and data transfers.

"David Cullen goes the extra mile to put clients first and exceeds expectations."

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Claire Waterson
Claire Waterson
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Claire Waterson acts for a range of clients in the telecoms sector. She advises both operators and regulators on telecoms matters, including those that arise from the rollout of new connected technologies.

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Ranked Lawyers at
William Fry LLP

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John O'Connor
2
John O'Connor
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Band 2
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Leo Moore
2
Leo Moore
2
Band 2
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David Cullen
3
David Cullen
3
Band 3
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Claire Waterson
Claire Waterson
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Members

Provided by William Fry LLP

Andrew McIntyre

Carol Plunkett

Claire Waterson

David Kirton

Garrett Breen

Ivor Banim

Laura Scott

Myra Garrett

Sheila Tormey

Clients

Provided by William Fry LLP

Airspan

BSA The Software Alliance

BriteBill

Canada LIfe

Channel Islands Competition & Regulatory Authorities

ComReg

Daily MJail Group

Digicel

ESPN

Irish Rugby Football Union

KPN

Microsoft

RTE

SIRO

Sky UK

Tesco Ireland

Tesco Mobile Ireland

Times

Industries

Provided by William Fry LLP

Automobiles & Parts

Banks

Charities / Not for Profit

Commercial & Professional Services

Education

Energy

Financial Services

Food & Drink Producers

Government

Health Care

Insurance

Media

Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences

Retail

Software & Computer Services

Sports

Technology, Hardware & Electronics

Technology, Hardware & Electronics

Telecommunications

Travel & Leisure

Utilities