Based in Newcastle, Weightmans’ information technology team is reputed for its depth of experience in advising technology companies and corporates on technology projects and disputes. Paul Wigham is head of the technology team and provides corporate advice, particularly regarding acquisitions and disposals, as well as private equity investments in the technology sector. Specialising in the technology, financial services, waste and leisure sectors, Duncan Reid assists with a range of corporate matters. Principal associate Nick Gray is a key member of the team, while commercial lawyer Nathan Bilton, who specialises in technology, telecoms and data protection work, joined from Ward Hadaway LLP in July 2023.
Testimonials
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- 'Nathan Bilton listens to our requirements diligently and drafts exceptionally accurate agreements with often little or no amends being required. Nathan is extremely likeable and personable, which helped enormously whilst negotiating with the customers in-house legal team. The knowledge that Nathan possesses of our unique industry is second to none.'
Key clients
- Northstar Ventures
- Hicomply Limited
- Oak Engage
- Perwyn Advisors UK
- Maven Capital Partners
- Givepanel Inc
- Screenreach Interactive Limited
- Redu Group
- Drone AG
- Altitude Angel
- Lead Ventures
- Runecast Solutions
- Recite Me
- Foresight Group LLP
- BoomFi Ltd
- Red Rover Interactive Ltd
- Grid Finder Ltd
- Lloyds Development Capital (LDC)
Work highlights
- Advised Northstar Ventures Limited (together with co-investors) on 21 investments representing over £32m in total investment proceeds.
- Acted for Runecast Solutions in relation to its disposal to US-listed corporate Dynatrace Inc.
- Acting for a leading provider of temporary traffic management solutions on an IT contract dispute relating to a failed project for the implementation of a new integrated IT system.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Paul Wigham