Bird & Bird is a key player in the TMT space and is sought out for its advice, which not only covers data protection and privacy, but also extends to the law covering space, satellites and autonomous vehicles. The team is co-headed by Hamish Fraser, who is active in commercial and regulatory matters in tech, and Thomas Jones, who is well equipped to handle licensing, procurement, distribution and IP issues. Shane Barber is another key partner, specialising in media and communications. All named practitioners are based in Sydney.
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Key clients
- TPG Telecom
- BAI Communications Pty Ltd
- Take-Two Interactive Software Inc
- Rockstar Games, Inc
- Aircall SAS
- Pivotel Group
- Cordell Jigsaw Productions
- Guesty, Inc.
- Speedcast Holdings LLC
Work highlights
- Acting for Vodafone Hutchison Australia and the joint venture between Vodafone and Optus Mobile, both of which undertake the significant rollout of 4G and 5G networks across Australia.
- Advising a client on the structuring of arrangements with other tenderers in connection with the provision of neutral host networks for the NSW Regional Connectivity Programme.
- Assisting with the achievement of copyright infringement for Take-Two Interactive Software and RockStar Games in proceedings concerning unauthorised mods written for the Grand Theft Auto V game.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Hamish Fraser, Thomas Jones