Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP enjoys a first-rate reputation in the outsourcing space and regularly leads in high-revenue, complex and innovative transactions. The firm attracts a roster of blue-chip brands and corporations both domestically and internationally. Working across both the firm’s Philadelphia and New York offices, Barbara Melby routinely advises on the structuring of outsourcing relationships, risk mitigation strategies for privacy matters, and the development of contract terms. Melby additionally has niche expertise in advising on outsourcing agreements in connection with emerging technologies in the robotics space. Co-leading the practice alongside Melby is Boston-based Doneld Shelkey, who leverages his expertise in cloud computing, NFTs, and blockchain to advise on technology transactions. Vito Petretti, based in Houston, is reputed for his skill in handling international outsourcing service agreements and assisting with asset and service transitions. Pittsburgh-based Peter Watt-Morse is recognized for his know-how in curating ITO and BPO strategies, especially for clinical trial services. Philadelphia based duo Christopher Archer and Katherine O’Keefe are further notable practitioners within the group: Archer primarily covers digital transformations and modernization activities, while O’Keefe assists clients with the AI and cloud elements of commercial transactions.
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- 'The team brings extremely deep expertise around IT and Business Process Outsourcing with knowledge of key terms, leading mechanism to work with managed services providers, while bringing structure and drive to achieve business results in record timelines.'
- 'Barbara Melby's expertise and program management were critical to successful completion of a large outsourcing deal. Barbara's knowledge of the market and specific outsourcing providers made the process simple and expedient.'
Key clients
- AmerisourceBergen
- Becton Dickinson
- Elevance
- Embecta
- Genpact
- Merck
- Morgan Stanley
- Sabre
- SEI
- Vanguard
Work highlights
- Advised Becton Dickinson in connection with various strategic ITO and BPO transactions.
- Advised Elevance Health in connection with its strategic ITO transactions with IBM and Kyndryl.
- Advised Genpact on multiple strategic transactions.
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Barbara Melby, Doneld Shelkey