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Technology disputes

Specialist dispute resolution and risk management expertise, providing tailored solutions for public bodies and businesses dealing with technology risks, disputes or facing regulatory action, litigation, arbitration or alternative dispute resolution.

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We understand the crucial role that technology, more than ever, plays in the businesses of our clients.

Whether it is software, computing hardware, robotics, digital products, artificial intelligence or operational technology we work closely with our clients to manage disputes and mitigate risks while minimising business disruption.

The team excels in cutting through complexity and jargon and identifying the key issues as well as your objectives. Our clients receive clear, practical and responsive advice from lawyers who speak their language.

Our multi-disciplinary technology disputes team brings extensive expertise and experience in helping clients navigate complex technology issues with assurance.

We are well-known for our strategic thinking and tailored approach. We have an extensive track record in handling issues in information technology, procurement, cyber, data protection, data management, on-premises and cloud computing including litigation in the Technology and Construction Court.

Our team includes leaders in the field advising not just on risks and disputes on mature technology solutions but also emerging technologies and regulation such as on artificial intelligence, supercomputing, digital assets and automated vehicles.

Services

High Court disputes

Handling complex disputes in the High Court, appeal courts and international arbitration bodies, including contractual disputes and technology procurement challenges.

Mediation, negotiations and other forms of ADR

Facilitating solutions to resolve disputes without the need for determination by a court or arbitration tribunal.

Expert determination and adjudication

Investigative and determinative procedures that can offer an effective, alternative means of settling a technical issue or dispute between parties.

Risk advisory and mitigation solutions

Advising on contracting and contract management of mature technology solutions as well as emerging regulation and technologies.

Our team

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Examples of our work

Atos IT services

Acting for a supplier of supercomputers in a procurement dispute with the UK Met Office in the Technology and Construction Court.

Software licensing dispute

Acting for a global defence business in a software licensing dispute with a global enterprise software solution provider.

Telecommunications hardware technology

Acting for a major transport operator in a dispute arising from partnering arrangements to trial, develop, market and sell a high-speed on-board train telecommunications solution.

Breaches of contract relating to data

Acting for a public authority in respect of contract breaches by an IT supplier relating to critical data breaches in connection with cyber incidents.

Public enquiry

Acting for a key core participant in a major UK public inquiry into failings relating to a business-critical enterprise software solution.

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What others say

“Burges Salmon are excellent partners when it comes to digital and fintech business models, having served us from a data protection, regulation and even litigation perspective. Strong network internally with senior experts in all relevant fields.”

Legal 500 UK 2025

“Excellent commercial awareness and user-friendly advice. A real commitment to providing targeted legal assistance to tech companies. Top tier understanding of market practice and commercial awareness in the tech sector. ”

Legal 500 UK 2023

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