Technology

Penningtons Manches Cooper realises growth ambitions with pragmatic, future-focused legal solutions. Our dedicated, cross-disciplinary technology team offers in-depth expertise across a wide spectrum of industry specialisms, delivering insightful advice tailored to each client’s unique challenges. With professionals in key technology hubs – including London, the Thames Valley, the East of England and internationally – we deliver seamless guidance across jurisdictions, working closely with our network of international specialists.

We assist with critical business activities such as domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, general corporate finance, and private equity and venture capital investments, including management buy-outs. Our transactional experience is matched by our advisory capabilities in areas such as commercial contracts, intellectual property licensing and enforcement, and robust data protection and cyber security strategies. As leading technology lawyers, we also bring extensive experience in IT procurement and outsourcing, ensuring our clients achieve optimal commercial and operational outcomes.

Recognising the increasing importance of digital assets, infrastructure, and e-commerce, our team advises on digital payments, emerging technologies, blockchain solutions, and complex outsourcing agreements. With rapid advancements in AI and data analytics, we provide crucial guidance on regulatory compliance, risk management, and leveraging AI to achieve competitive advantage while meeting evolving legal requirements.

Our involvement with technology transfer and emerging businesses positions us ideally to support innovation-led enterprises, from formation and initial funding through to scaling and international expansion. We collaborate closely with accelerator programmes and industry bodies such as Tech London Advocates and SETSquared, reinforcing our commitment to the tech community and providing extensive networks for clients.

Our expertise extends into renewable energy, cleantech, and proptech, assisting clients in aligning with sustainability goals, managing regulatory requirements, and unlocking growth opportunities. Additionally, our technology lawyers advise on wider areas of critical importance such as employment and HR issues, immigration solutions including entrepreneur visa applications and sponsor licensing, sector-specific regulatory compliance, and technology-related disputes.

Penningtons Manches Cooper delivers agile, commercially astute advice designed to propel your technology business forward in today’s fast-paced digital environment. We ensure that our clients stay ahead of emerging trends and remain resilient in the face of evolving industry challenges.