The ‘talented’ group at DLA Piper UK LLP maintains its strong focus on the public sector, handling a broad array of national tech projects. Leading the team from Liverpool, Sarah Bell is noted for her exceptional expertise in IT procurement, often assisting government departments. Manchester’s Lee Brierley has longstanding experience in smart ticketing projects; Naomi Ross routinely advises on IT procurement projects within the financial services and utility sectors; and David Booth, who was promoted to partner in May 2024, has vast knowledge of AI and technology contracts. In Liverpool, Peter Brook routinely assists with government clients with tower contracts and national IT programs, and Paddy Dwyer is adept at advising on the full range of business critical IT contracts.
Testimonials
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‘DLA Piper deliver every time, their approach, professionalism, expertise and partnership means we know we can rely on them for support. They are a one stop shop for us.’
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Key clients
- Aerocloud Systems
- AO World
Work highlights
- Advising Transport for Greater Manchester and the Greater Manchester Combined Authority on four strategic IT procurements for a driver standards monitoring system; an audio visual announcement system; a cloud video management system; and a digital mobile radio solution for voice communication, all in support of bus franchising within Greater Manchester.
- Advising the Ministry of Justice on the the GBP450m procurement of electronic monitoring services related to reform of UK offender services.