TMT: Information Technology
France
2 years ranked
Provided by Simmons & Simmons LLP
Georgie Courtois’ practice encompasses all aspects of information technology law (IT, internet, cryptology, personal data, etc.), intellectual property law (copyright, neighbouring rights, trademarks, domain names) and commercial law.
He represents our law firm’s clients in complex litigation before the civil, commercial and criminal courts or before the supervisory authorities.
He also assists our law firm’s clients in advising, negotiating and drafting contracts.
Georgie is passionate about technology. This understanding of technical issues has enabled him to develop a particular knowledge of legal issues relating to technological innovations (artificial intelligence, connected objects, blockchain, Big Data, 3D printing, robotics, drones) as well as solid experience of issues relating to the fight against computer piracy and cybercrime.
He has also developed a practice in media law, particularly press law and audiovisual law (television, sport).
He is a founding member of #HubFranceIA, the French association for artificial intelligence, where he leads the group on legal support, and a member of the “Technology” group of the International Bar Association (IBA).
Practice of legal proceedings and litigation related to Intellectual Property in the Master 2 PIDN (Intellectual Property Digital Law) at the Jean Monnet Faculty, Université de Paris Saclay
Innovative technology law in the DAIM Specialised Masters (International Business Law and Management) at ESSEC Business School.
Provided by Chambers
Georgie Courtois represents clients in data protection and IT-related matters. He assists with both contractual drafting and complex litigation. He joined Simmons & Simmons in June 2025.
Georgie Courtois représente des clients dans le domaine de la protection des données et des questions liées à l’informatique. Il intervient tant dans la rédaction de contrats que dans les litiges complexes. Il a rejoint Simmons & Simmons en Juin 2025.
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