TMT | Europe

Rowan Legal is an elite TMT firm that is highly acclaimed for its in-depth knowledge of data protection matters. The firm represents a strong client base, which includes some of the largest Czech software companies, as well as international corporates from a wide range of sectors. Additionally, the team acts for large telecoms companies. Rowan Legal advises on data processing systems, GDPR compliance, digitalisation in the banking sector and public tenders in the TMT sector.

Baker McKenzie often advises large multinational clients on data protection issues. The law firm has further experience in video-on-demand issues, connected cars and AI. It additionally assists with software agreements, data transfers and telecoms regulations.

Bird & Bird has a well-regarded TMT practice with a particular emphasis towards satellite communication companies, telecoms operators and software developers. The team offers broad industry expertise reflected in mandates relating to contractual matters, licensing agreements and compliance issues. Bird & Bird offers further expertise in data protection and transactional matters in the TMT sector. The team works closely with the firm's market-leading intellectual property department.

HAVEL & PARTNERS offers a large team providing high-level advice across a variety of TMT mandates, including advising on supply agreements and contractual negotiations in the technology sector. The law firm often acts on contentious matters involving spectrum auctions and data protection matters. It also assists with procurement issues. The team works alongside the firm's M&A team to advise on transactions. It is a popular choice with media sector clients for issues concerning the production of television series.

Dentons enters the rankings this year on the back of strong referee feedback. The law firm acts for clients on issues of data protection and contractual agreements. In addition, it assists with compliance with EU regulations. The team advises clients from the TMT sector on corporate transactions and represents them in litigation.

Kinstellar assists high-profile multinational clients from the TMT sector with data privacy and advertising mandates. The law firm's broad practice also covers litigation and investment rounds. The team further acts on e-commerce matters, consumer protection disputes and electronic signatures.

PRK Partners offers extensive expertise in software development and licensing matters. The team frequently assists clients in various industries with data protection and digitalisation projects. PRK Partners is also adept at handling a range of regulatory matters within the sector. The firm's client base consists of technology and media companies, including startups, as well as universities and pharmaceutical companies.

SEDLAKOVA LEGAL offers experience and expertise in a range of mandates, including IT modernisation contracts and digitalisation projects, data protection law, technology implementation and licensing. The law firm has a strong focus on advising technology sector startups, as well as venture capital investors and healthcare sector clients.