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TMT | Global

Global: Multi-Jurisdictional

The Chambers Global-wide TMT research covers a broad spectrum of matters relating to the technology, media and communication industries. The firms that feature operate internationally, and may provide advice to tech-oriented clients such as IT entities, social media companies, broadcasters, startups and gaming and entertainment companies or clients from other industry sectors seeking advice in relation to TMT-related matters. This area of research covers the full spectrum of transactional and contractual mandates relating to the technology, media and communications spheres, including telecoms and technology infrastructure projects.  A wide range of regulatory matters are covered in this section, these issues might be government-sponsored inquiries, investigations or compliance proceedings. Dispute resolution, both litigation and arbitration is covered by the section, and many firms that feature offer clients intellectual property expertise, in relation to trademark, copyright and patent issues. Many of the law firms included display specialist expertise in cutting-edge fields, such as fintech, artificial intelligence, blockchain, internet of things and cybersecurity.

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Band 1

  1. Baker McKenzie
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    Baker McKenzie
    TMT
    2026 | Band 1 | 5 Years Ranked

    Baker McKenzie maintains a leading reputation for its truly international TMT practice. Offering unparalleled global reach, the law firm has important centres of expertise in the USA, Europe, Asia and Latin America. Its key areas of focus include:

    • Multi-jurisdictional regulatory and compliance issues.

    • Cross-border TMT transactions.

    • Data protection, cybersecurity, fintech.

    • Litigation and arbitration relating to the tech space.

  2. Bird & Bird
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    Bird & Bird
    TMT
    2026 | Band 1 | 5 Years Ranked

    Bird & Bird is widely regarded as a longstanding leader in the TMT space. Technology, media and communications form a core part of the law firm's global offering, which incorporates market-leading teams across Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Middle East. The law firm's global practice includes:

    • Large-scale tech implementation and digital transformation.

    • Cross-border patent and copyright disputes.

    • Expertise in TMT-related disputes and transactional mandates.

    • Multi-jurisdictional regulatory compliance.

    • Specialist sector expertise in the music, gaming, television and advertising spheres.

  3. DLA Piper LLP
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    DLA Piper LLP
    TMT
    2026 | Band 1 | 5 Years Ranked

    DLA Piper has long been considered a prominent presence in the global technology, media and communications markets. The law firm's vast international network includes key hubs of expertise in the USA, Asia and EMEA. The law firm's areas of strength include:

    • Complex cross-border transactions.

    • Regulatory and data privacy mandates.

    • Cross-border IP issues.

    • Expertise in emerging areas such as blockchain and AI.

    • Specialist representation of leading technology, broadcasting, telecoms and gaming clients worldwide.

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Band 2

  1. CMS
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    CMS
    TMT
    2026 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked

    CMS demonstrates a strong commitment to the technology, media and communications sectors across its network, which is made up of strong teams throughout continental Europe, the UK and Asia. The law firm offers:

    • Expertise in cross-border regulatory matters including data privacy, consumer protection and cybersecurity.

    • Comprehensive corporate support on technology and telecoms transactions.

    • Strength in international disputes.

    • Expertise in areas such as the Internet of Things, AI and fintech.

  2. Hogan Lovells
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    Hogan Lovells
    TMT
    2026 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked

    Throughout Hogan Lovells' integrated global network, TMT makes up an important component of its strength. The law firm offers clients expertise in major hubs, including the UK, the USA, Europe, Asia and Latin America. The law firm specialises in the following areas:

    • Cross-border corporate transactions relating to the TMT sphere.

    • Data protection and cybersecurity.

    • Sector-related financing.

    • E-commerce, fintech and blockchain.

  3. Latham & Watkins LLP
    2
    Latham & Watkins LLP
    TMT
    2026 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked

    Latham & Watkins provides considerable TMT expertise throughout its integrated network of offices, which includes a leading US presence along with teams situated in the UK, the Middle East, Asia and continental Europe. The law firm's TMT practice encompasses:

    • Technology and IP-related transactions and related merger control.

    • Cloud computing and fintech expertise.

    • GDPR and international data protection compliance.

    • Cross-border disputes capabilities.

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Band 3

  1. A&O Shearman
    3
    A&O Shearman
    TMT
    2026 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked

    A&O Shearman's TMT practice spans its impressive global network, which is made up of teams based in the UK, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, the USA and continental Europe. The law firm offers:

    • Comprehensive support on TMT-related transactions.

    • In-depth knowledge of robotics, cloud computing and fintech.

    • Full-scale representation in digital transformation projects.

    • Expert representation of tech companies, telecoms operators, financial services companies, and media and entertainment companies.

  2. Ashurst
    3
    Ashurst
    TMT
    2026 | Band 3 | 1 Years Ranked

    Ashurst is a global law firm with noted capabilities in the TMT sector. The firm has strong teams across Europe and Asia. The law firm offers:

    • Advice on corporate, competition, regulatory and data protection matters, among other areas.

    • A strong track record in contentions TMT matters.

    • Experience of representing a diverse client base, including leading technology companies and media organsiations.

  3. 3
    Covington & Burling LLP
    TMT
    2026 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked

    Covington & Burling offers an outstanding TMT practice from the USA, which is enhanced by strong teams situated in Europe and Asia. Its practice incorporates:

    • Multi-jurisdictional regulatory and policy matters.

    • M&A and corporate transactions relating to the technology, media and communications fields.

    • IP and commercial litigation support.

    • In-depth knowledge of areas such as AI, blockchain and fintech.

  4. Dentons
    3
    Dentons
    TMT
    2026 | Band 3 | 3 Years Ranked

    Dentons maintains an exceptional reputation for its global TMT practice. With its expansive global presence, the law firm offers clients expertise in key markets across the USA, Europe, Asia and the Americas. Its TMT practice offers:

    • A team of multidisciplinary lawyers who specialise in a range of practice areas.

    • Expertise in specialised technologies, such as resource recovery and agricultural technologies.

    • Strength in IP, data security, technology licensing and sourcing strategy matters.

    • Commercial and regulatory expertise.

  5. Freshfields
    3
    Freshfields
    TMT
    2026 | Band 3 | 3 Years Ranked

    Freshfields provides clients with impressive support on a range of TMT matters, with key centres of expertise in the UK and continental Europe, which are enhanced by teams based across Asia. From these hubs, the firm is also able to handle TMT matters across Africa. The law firm offers:

    • Comprehensive support on complex TMT-related transactions.

    • In-depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks and data protection issues.

    • Full-scale support on litigation, arbitration, patent litigation and antitrust matters.

  6. Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
    3
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
    TMT
    2026 | Band 3 | 4 Years Ranked

    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher offers a full-service and specialist TMT practice. The law firm has a strong presence in a number of jurisdictions across Europe and in the USA. The law firm offers:

    • Experience in handling TMT-related transactions.

    • Strong skills in international TMT disputes.

    • IP and antitrust expertise.

  7. Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
    3
    Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
    TMT
    2026 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked

    Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer maintains its reputation as a global force in the TMT arena. The law firm's global practice is made up of highly rated teams across Asia-Pacific, Africa, the UK and France. Its key areas of focus include:

    • M&A, joint ventures, IPOs and listings.

    • Intellectual property matters.

    • Data, AI and blockchain.

    • Cloud infrastructure projects.

    • Cross-border litigation and arbitration.

  8. Linklaters
    3
    Linklaters
    TMT
    2026 | Band 3 | 2 Years Ranked

    Linklaters has an impressive global TMT practice, with teams in Asia, Europe and the UK handling complex work in the area. The law firm offers:

    • Advice on complex technology transactions.

    • Experience handling IP and competition-related matters.

    • Expertise in advising a range of clients, including technology companies.

  9. Mayer Brown LLP
    3
    Mayer Brown LLP
    TMT
    2026 | Band 3 | 1 Years Ranked

    Mayer Brown has a strong TMT offering that is composed of teams in the UK and the USA. The law firm offers:

    • Robust capabilities in the full spectrum of technology matters, including transactions.

    • Strong expertise of advising clients in the media and financial services sectors, among others.

    • Expertise in cross-border outsourcing matters.

  10. Morrison Foerster
    3
    Morrison Foerster
    TMT
    2026 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked

    Morrison Foerster maintains an exceptional reputation for its global TMT practice. The law firm's international platform is made up of outstanding teams in Asia and the USA, along with strong groups in the UK and continental Europe. The law firm offers:

    • Expertise in complex, cross-border transactions relating to the technology, music, broadcasting and film industries.

    • Counsel on major acquisitions, joint ventures and strategic investments.

    • Cross-border IP support.

    • Data protection and regulatory counsel.

  11. Norton Rose Fulbright
    3
    Norton Rose Fulbright
    TMT
    2026 | Band 3 | 3 Years Ranked

    Norton Rose Fulbright offers a specialist TMT practice. The law firm has a strong presence in a number of jurisdictions across Europe and Asia-Pacific, particularly in China, Australia and Singapore. The law firm offers:

    • Expertise in regulatory issues relating to data privacy, cloud services, mobile payments, big data, cybersecurity and telecoms financing.

    • Strength in fintech, cryptocurrency and cybersecurity-related matters.

    • Strong skills in cross-border telecoms infrastructure financing.