With a global reach, Baker McKenzie’s niche expertise encompasses interception and network security, procurements, and telecommunications matters. Steve Holmes co-leads the team and often handles digital transactions and outsourcing, while Sue McLean is vastly experienced in AI, blockchain, cryptocurrency, and technology projects. Ben Allgrove is well-versed in digital and consumer disputes as well as regulatory investigations, Robbie Downing is noted for his strength in data protection, and Maulik Mittal is focused on platform regulation. Another key member of the team is Jalil Karim.

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Key clients

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  • APG Group
  • Atos
  • COLT
  • Digitalk
  • Equinix
  • Fiera Infrastructure, Inc
  • Finbourne
  • MagicLab
  • Ovzon
  • R3
  • Samsung
  • Sinch / Inteliquent
  • Uniphore Inc
  • VEON
  • ViaSat
  • Zavo

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading individuals: IT
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading individuals: Telecoms
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Steve Holmes, Sue McLean

Other key lawyers

Ben Allgrove, Robbie Downing, Maulik Mittal, Jalil Karim, John Groom, Dan Relton, Carinne Kamdar