DLA Piper handles the full spectrum of IT matters, including business process outsourcing, technology transactions, IT contracts, and dispute resolution. The practice also demonstrates particular strength in emerging and disruptive technologies, such as AI, IT design and project implementation, as well as IT integration after mergers. Khaled Dadi leads the practice, while Floris de Wit has notable expertise in the IT and technology elements of M&A deals, outsourcings, and technology-related agreements.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘This team seeks to understand all aspects of the transaction when assessing IP/technology issues, which makes their guidance more targeted and valuable.’
  • ‘Floris de Wit went above and beyond in helping our team sort through critical issues.'
  • ‘I have been working with Khaled Dadi. He has an excellent blend of legal and technical expertise with a strong commercial and strategic mindset. Khaled has been very responsive and flexible in his availability.'
  • ‘Approachable, knowledgeable, pragmatic, and realistic.'
  • ‘Floris de Wit is an excellent attorney. He has an excellent grasp of the law, negotiates very well, and manages transaction process well.’
  • ‘Floris de Wit is committed, has an eye for the business by providing pragmatic advice, as well as available and accessible.'
  • ‘The team is practical and flexible.'
  • ‘Floris de Wit is excellent at negotiating IT contracts.’

Key clients

  • Accell
  • AIG
  • Atos Nederland B.V
  • BigCommerce
  • Cushman & Wakefield
  • Danone
  • Dentsu Aegis
  • Eviden
  • European Commission
  • HSO International B.V
  • ING Bank
  • Irdeto B.V
  • iRhythm Technologies
  • Lionsville
  • Meyn
  • NCC Group
  • Paragon
  • Rabobank
  • Rituals
  • Shoparize
  • Tech Mahindra
  • Unilever
  • VodafoneZiggo
  • William Hill
  • WNS

Work highlights

  • Assisted Rabobank with drafting the necessary contracts to implement carbon reduction schemes.
  • Assisted Irdeto on strategic matters involving the use of new technologies.
  • Assisted Dutch banks with their DORA compliance project.

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.
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.

Khaled Dadi

Other key lawyers

Floris de Wit