We help companies structure, negotiate and execute the technology and commercial agreements that power innovation and operations – from cloud and SaaS deals to AI, data, and cross-border outsourcing and collaboration arrangements. We work as an integrated team across transactions, IP and regulatory disciplines to support the full contracting lifecycle, including privacy, cybersecurity, export controls and other compliance issues. 

Our clients include Fortune 50 and Global 2000 companies, high-growth emerging companies and startups, and investors and other participants that make up the innovation ecosystem. We advise both technology providers and customers, giving us a grounded perspective on market terms and the commercial drivers that shape successful outcomes across industries – including financial services/fintech; data centers and AI infrastructure; healthcare and life sciences; transportation, shipping and logistics; real estate; and government IT services. 

AI and data-driven business models are an increasing focus of our work. We guide clients on inbound and outbound AI and machine learning applications, including data licensing, storage and processing arrangements, AI playbooks, and technology and IP issues that arise in venture financings, M&A and strategic investments. We also routinely advise on specialized technology areas such as robotics, cybersecurity and national security considerations. 

We work across regions, leveraging our presence in key commercial centers in the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific. We partner closely with colleagues in intellectual property, antitrust, human resources, taxation and other practices as needed, and our regulatory lawyers provide coordinated advice on the increasingly complex landscape surrounding technology – including data security and privacy, tax, export control, employment, and restrictions on foreign investment. 

We help clients develop successful and enduring commercial relationships with suppliers, customers and other partners across the world. We work across the full transaction lifecycle – from strategy development and requests for proposals through down-selection and negotiation to execution, go-live and post-closing relationship management. 

Our capabilities include: 

• Commercialization and licensing strategies for intellectual property and technology assets 
• Cloud, SaaS, software and platform agreements; e-commerce/Internet and terms of service 
• Technology and software licensing; data licensing, storage and processing agreements 
• IT procurement, infrastructure as a service, outsourcing and broader sourcing transactions (technology and non-technology business processes) 
• Strategic collaborations and partnering arrangements, including joint venture, joint development, engineering and procurement, OEM, reseller and alliance agreements 
• Engineering, manufacturing, production, supply and logistics agreements; distribution, dealer, marketing and sales/services agreements 
• Diligence support for venture financings, M&A and other financing transactions involving significant technology and IP issues 
• Dispute resolution, claims avoidance and claims management relating to technology and commercial agreements