Weightmans LLP advises on IT public procurement, systems integration and data protection for clients in sectors including transport, healthcare and education under the leadership of the experienced Sean Crotty. Sarah Walton advises on corporate and commercial side work for technology companies, while managing partner John Schorah has a notable specialism in the video games’ industry, having previously worked as a company CEO in that sector. Vincent King, head of the firm’s procurement group, is a further key name in this space.

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  • ‘What stood out was their ability to keep things incredibly simple. Also, their response was quick and timely and they were able to cover the most important issues, showing an instant and smart understanding.’

  • ‘Laurence Pritchard made working with Weightmans so pleasant and seamless.’

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Key clients

  • Apadmi Limited
  • Insurance Fraud Bureau
  • Swissport GB Limited
  • West of England Combined Authority
  • The Open University
  • PTW International Holdings Limited
  • Side (UK) Limited
  • Motor Insurers’ Bureau
  • DSW Ventures
  • Surrey and Sussex Police
  • NHS Blood & Transplant (NHSBT)
  • Westlab Limited
  • Mercarto Limited
  • Cybertill Limited
  • Palringo Limited

Work highlights

  • Advised the West England Combined Authority on its Future Transport Zone programme, exploring the modal shift away from cars.
  • Advising Apadmi Limited on IT contract matters with their clients for the development of digital solutions, in particular mobile app development, UX/UI design and system integration.
  • Advised upon the procurement, IT, data and contractual aspects relating to the replacement of a major local authority’s Case Management System and End-to-End Customer Management Capability by way of the development of a SaaS cloud based solution.

Lawyers

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Sean Crotty

Other key lawyers

Sarah Walton, John Schorah, Vincent King, Laurence Pritchard