Leading expertise in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Technology is reshaping how businesses operate. From emerging technologies to data privacy and digital markets, your organisation faces new opportunities and challenges daily. Our team helps you navigate this complexity with clarity and confidence.

We combine specialist legal expertise with practical industry knowledge to deliver straightforward technology solutions. Whether you're implementing AI systems, scaling your SaaS platform, or managing digital transformation, we provide strategic guidance to help your business thrive in the digital economy. 

Our Technology & Digital services include:

• Technology Contracts & Licensing: Strategic drafting and negotiation of technology agreements, including master services agreements, SaaS contracts, software development, cloud computing services, and IT licensing arrangements.
• Data Protection & Privacy: Comprehensive privacy compliance and data protection advice, including AI governance and privacy frameworks, Privacy Act compliance, cross-border data transfers, and cyber security incidents.
• Technology IP: Strategic protection and commercialisation of technology innovations, including software intellectual property, IT patent strategy, and technology transfer arrangements.
• Digital Transformation Projects: End-to-end legal support for technology implementation projects, from vendor selection and IT procurement to systems integration and delivery.
• E-commerce & Digital Business: Strategic advice on digital business compliance, including platform regulation, payment systems, consumer protection, and online marketplace operations.
• Dispute Resolution: Expert handling of IT disputes, from software development and implementation issues to IP infringement and technology contract breaches.

Our commitment to technology extends beyond legal advice. We embrace digital innovation in our own practice, using cutting-edge legal technology to deliver more efficient, responsive client service. This practical experience helps us better understand the challenges and opportunities our clients face in their own digital transformations. 

Examples of our work:

• Acquisition by YouGov: Advised on the acquisition of New Zealand AI leader Yabble by global research and analytics firm YouGov (LSE).
• Property Tech Acquisition: Supported Property Suite in its sale to MRI Software, a global real estate software provider.
• Tech Investment: Advised Altered Capital on a preference share investment in Starboard Maritime Intelligence, part of its $200m fund portfolio.
• Marine Tech Acquisition: Provided strategic advice to Vesper Marine on its acquisition by Garmin International (NYSE).
• Gaming Investments: Assisted VC funders with investments in start-up gaming companies and IP due diligence.
• Thryv Acquisition: Guided Thryv (NASDAQ) on its acquisition of Yellow NZ, supporting its SaaS and digital media expansion.
• Climate Tech Innovation: Advised Ruminant BioTech, tackling methane emissions through advanced technology solutions.
• Digital Financial Services: Supported Zip Co (ASX) in its ongoing expansion in ANZ and the Americas.

Areas of expertise:

Cross Border Transactions
Drone Law & Autonomous Systems
E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
Information Technology
Privacy Act
Regulatory Compliance and Constraints
Technology Commercialisation
Telecommunications
Medical and Health
Cybersecurity Law
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Data Privacy Law
Gaming Development
Communication Systems
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Blockchain & Digital Assets
Cloud Computing
Commercial Technology Contracts
Cross-Border Technology Transactions
Data Analytics & Big Data
Digital Healthcare Technology
Digital Payments & Fintech
Digital Platform Regulation
EdTech
Internet of Things
IT Procurement
Master Services Agreements
Open Source Software
SaaS Agreements
Software Development & Licensing
Systems Integration
Technology Dispute Resolution
Virtual & Augmented Reality