4 Pump Court has long been recognised domestically and internationally as the pre-eminent set for the full breadth of technology and telecommunications disputes. For three decades, our technology dispute specialists have dominated this field.
Our Technology practice is uniquely positioned to deal with the commercial, technical and intellectual-property aspects of disputes that arise in the complex and rapidly changing technological environments of today.
Members are regularly instructed in relation to both international and domestic disputes arising out of project failures and delays, defective hardware and software, IP licences and other contractual matters. We advise in relation to on-going technology projects as well as those that have been terminated, and have expertise in e-disclosure systems and processes.
We are well placed to assist providers, users, regulators and insurers with the significant issues and risks arising from major projects and developments such as:
Our Technology practice supports a wide range of clients, including suppliers and purchasers of IT systems, global telecoms providers, users, regulators, insurers and equipment manufacturers and their customers in the private and public sectors. We regularly act for governments, global IT consultancies, rights holders, multi-national corporations, software houses of all sizes and start-ups, as well as fire brigades, police authorities, health services and other public bodies.
A go-to set for crypto-asset disputes, members practising in this area have a detailed understanding of blockchain technology, cryptocurrency markets and related ecosystems. Two members of our Technology team acted in Toma v Murray, one of the most widely reported Bitcoin judgments and Matthew Lavy KC was lead author of the Legal Statement on Crypto-assets and Smart Contracts, a highly influential analysis of the law in this area which has been cited by courts in the UK and other global jurisdictions. Our barristers have advised or represented clients in relation to crypto-fraud, crypto-asset recoveries, initial coin offerings and disputes involving blockchain-based tokens; our members are sought after for their expertise on the legal mechanics of smart contracts.
We are active in global finance hubs, in London, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific, so our work on crypto-related assets is truly international. Our barristers regularly work with law firms recognised as being amongst the market leaders in this field.
We also advise on existing legislation that may apply to cryptocurrencies, such as data protection, cyber security, anti-money laundering and proceeds of crime laws, as well as the same laws (employment, health and safety, financial services) that apply to individuals and companies working in this area of the finance industry as any other.
With new and emerging technologies becoming increasingly integral to commercial disputes, the need for dynamic, responsive counsel is greater than ever. Our Technology barristers provide unparalleled advocacy and advice on intersecting commercial areas, including banking and finance, construction, energy and shipping.
For further information or assistance on our Technology & Telecoms practice please contact Senior Clerk, Stewart Gibbs and Practice Directors, Billy Griffiths and Will Jackman below.
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T: +44 (0)20 7842 5555
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