Digital & Technology
Digital & Technology
Back to SectorsAdvancements in technology present a new frontier of commercial opportunity.
The rapid evolution of technology solutions affects every sector and industry in the global marketplace. From the development of new technologies to the application of existing technologies to age-old problems, individuals and businesses are continually creating new and innovative ways to thrive in this new and evolving environment.
Our multi-disciplinary digital and technology team comprises sector specialists from all practice areas of the firm. The breadth of this experience means we can respond to the needs of our clients across the full spectrum of digital and technology related matters.
Our expertise includes:
Corporate and commercial transactions – including crossborder and international matters.
Complex and business as usual, including digital, contracting
Software development and commercialisation, including licensing, rights of use and SLAs
Cloud solutions, as a service offerings and managed services
Systems integration and implementation
The commercialisation and protection of IP including licensing and portfolio management
Stakeholder governance
Cyber security, resilience, data protection and privacy
Regulatory requirements and compliance (including ESG)
Fundraisings and joint ventures
Employment law advisory, including offshoring, the use of AI and robotics
Optimal structuring for taxation and stakeholder return
Tax and revenue advisory for technology clients
Technology dispute resolution
Smart buildings, real estate transactional and advisory
Optimal structuring for taxation and stakeholder return
Tax and revenue advisory for technology clients, including Early Stage Innovation Companies
We are at the forefront of advising and assisting clients active in IP, data and technology rich industry sectors and matters. In part this comes from our own dedication to innovation and the development of digital solutions to help clients as well as the real-world experience we have gained in doing so. As a result, we are well placed to provide legal and commercial expertise to clients developing technology products and services.
In addition to our legal advice expertise, we have been on the other end of the industry for many years.
Businesses are heavily reliant on technology for efficiency and compliance management. We provide and service an expanding selection of digital solutions to assist our clients in legal compliance, process improvement, obligation management, reporting and more.
Our innovation arm, Verimus, provides additional bespoke software and consulting services. Verimus is supported by Cowell Clarke who can provide legal and compliance advice to Verimus customers to enhance their solutions.
For more information on our digital and technology teams recent experience and digital solutions, see our capability statement here.
Testimonials
"Cowell Clarke is the right partner for technology companies as they make the complex simple. They draw on their experience to ensure the best outcome for your business is quickly met. They have a deep understanding of the obligations that technology organisations face such as cyber security, data security and protection, GDPR compliance and handling of data. I highly recommend Cowell Clarke to technology companies who want pragmatic and practical advice."
Kirsten Rillo (CEO), Mitimes
"Cowell Clarke truly understands our business and our particular challenges that arise from being a sovereign growth business operating in the growth sector of defence-grade cyber security. Cowell Clarke proactively provides advice that is well-rounded and considered. They are highly knowledgeable on the laws that pertain to our business operations and also emerging laws in our sector within the digital and technology realm. We highly recommend Julian Courtney-Stubbs and the Cowell Clarke digital and technology team."
Peter Woollacott (CEO) and Katrina Mottee (Head of Commercial & Legal), Huntsman Security
"I highly recommend the Cowell Clarke digital and technology commercial team. They have a deep understanding of the key issues that technology businesses face and continually provide a commercial mindset to their advice. Cowell Clarke’s expertise in advising information technology and SaaS organisations is a real asset to have in your corner especially when you are a high growth enterprise that needs the answer ASAP."
Bruce Mackenzie (Founder), HREX
“Cowell Clarke has been an essential partner in navigating legal challenges in Australia for our company. Their knowledge and support have made a significant difference in safeguarding our business interests. We greatly appreciate their professional and responsive service.”
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