Judy Baker
Ward Hadaway LLP
Ward Hadaway LLP
Client SatisfactionBased in Newcastle, Ward Hadaway LLP assists clients with outsourcings, privacy issues, AI work, technology agreements and IT disputes. The firm’s commercial department is led by Damien Charlton, who is adept in a range of company and commercial matters, particularly in the drafting and negotiation of contractual arrangements, including outsourcing contracts. The team is comprised of IT law specialist Judy Baker, who is also a data protection practitioner; Phil Tompkins, who is particularly experienced in IT and technology contracts; Tim Toomey, who covers IT disputes; and Matthew Cormack, who regularly advises technology businesses. Alex Shiel retired in March 2023.
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- 'Judy Baker is detailed, analytical, proactive, responsive, and helpful.'
- 'Efficient, quick and friendly. Well recommended.'
- 'Judy Baker is an excellent lawyer offering timely and clear advice. Great experience and makes clients feel in good hands.'
Key clients
- Bannatyne Fitness Limited
- NBS Enterprises Limited t/a NBS
- Hartlepool Borough Council
- Medisoft Limited
- Isagenix International LLC
- The General Optical Council
- North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust (NCIC)
- NW FireControl Limited (NWFC)
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Damien Charlton