Mr Leo Moore > William Fry LLP > Dublin, Ireland > Lawyer Profile

William Fry LLP boasts a deep bench of specialists advising on both contentious and non-contentious work related to SaaS arrangements, licensing agreements, and data protection. The practice has a robust client base, acting for global technology plcs, social media companies, and household names who rely on the firm for complex regulatory matters. Practice head Leo Moore is well versed in digital transformation strategies, while David Cullen is an expert in large-scale IT project transactions. The ‘exceptional’ Barry Scannell specialises in AI law, John O’Connor is recognised for advising on new technologies, and Rachel Hayes is another stand-out practitioner.

William Fry LLP is reputed for advising on the negotiation of data protection contracts, regulatory aspects, cyber incidents, data transfer, GDPR compliance, and direct marketing laws. Leading the team is Leo Moore, specialising in transactional matters, outsourcing, and the commercialisation of emerging technologies. David Cullen is well-versed in contracts covering the design, development, and implementation of IT projects. Both Rachel Hayes, who stands out for her deep insight into international personal data flows and breach management, and AI expert Barry Scannell, who regularly advises on the interface between automated decision making and profiling, were promoted to partner in May 2024.

Regularly dealing with all aspects of the creation, maintenance, and enforcement of IP rights and advising on strategy and protection, William Fry LLP is highly regarded for its breadth of expertise. The team’s clients include companies in the agriculture, media, pharmaceutical, and technology industries. Leo Moore, who regularly offers advice on trademark issues, along with trademark portfolio management and brand protection strategies, co-heads the practice with Laura Scott, who brings broad litigation expertise, offering strategic counsel on patent issues for clients before courts. Charleen O’Keeffe is another key contact.