Information technology

Bird & Bird Advokatpartnerselskab

Bird & Bird Advokatpartnerselskab‘s technology practice is renowned for its ’outstanding service,’ advising a diverse range of clients on IT, IP, and GDPR matters, as well as AI compliance policies, NIS2 compliance programmes, and cybersecurity litigation. The practice is led by Lau Normann Jørgensen, considered ‘one of the greats in Danish IT law market,’ who has expertise in software development, licensing, and technology joint ventures, particularly in the financial and healthcare sectors. Jesper Langemark focuses on system procurement contracts, cloud computing, outsourcing, and data protection, while Jan Ussing Andersen has expertise in 5G and other telecoms infrastructure upgrade projects. Martin von Haller Grønbæk is a leading authority on DLT, blockchain, and NFTs, and Julie Bak-Larsen advises on infrastructure strategy, network sharing, market entry, and regulatory matters within the telecommunications value chain.

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Testimonials

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‘Lau Normann Jørgensen is one of the greats within the Danish IT law market. His experience is unrivalled and he is an absolute pleasure to work with.’
‘Outstanding service both in general and regarding specific legal issues. The advices are always presented with a business context making it very easy to get an overview of the pro's and con's, that in the end makes it very easy taking the right business decision.’
‘Jan Ussing Andersen is in the client's corner and fully committed to the cases and projects he is working on. He is extremely pragmatic and focuses on finding common ground and solutions. Finally, he is extremely pleasant company.’
‘The team is pragmatic and solution-oriented, skills that are highly appreciated in complex IT projects requiring tough negotiations. Further, they are very proactive and take initiative on their own, remembering to follow up and pick up on loose ends. ’
‘The team at B&B is a true business and sparring partner, not just an "external" advisor. They care about the relationships and go above and beyond for their clients. They are keen to support innovation and engage in brainstorming exercises around the future of technology contracting and use of Gen AI.'
'In my 13+ years of being in-house, B&B have hands down provided the best external counsel experience I have enjoyed, and I consider them an extension of our own "team".'
‘Jan Ussing Andersen embodies the term "trusted advisor." He is always available to provide advice, and is always in a business-friendly and solution-minded manner that embraces smart risk-taking.'

Key clients

Novo Nordisk Foundation
Ascendis Pharma A/S
Novo Holdings A/S
The European Commission
Infosys
7-Eleven

Work highlights

Advised on the JV setup and procurement contracts for the newly established GEFION AI supercomputer Centre.
Advised NNIT on its DKK1.3bn carve-out of its infrastructure operations business, including approx. 50 large-scale multi-year technology services contracts.
Advised the company behind Denmark's 7-Eleven stores on the aftermath of a cyberattack which shut the retailer down for several days.

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