The Atlanta-based outsourcing department at Eversheds Sutherland leverages cross-departmental expertise by collaborating with its regulatory, IP, and data management teams to handle a diverse array of transactions. The practice is well-versed in advising on privacy considerations and licensing terms relating to SaaS offerings and cloud computing. Software and tech attorney Peter Quittmeyer heads up the practice and frequently leads renegotiations of outsourcing contracts. Quittmeyer maintains close connections with clients in the government sector as well as in the pharmaceuticals and insurance industries. Brian Murphy is a further key contact within the group and advises clients on outsourcing transactions related to digital commerce and payments.
Key clients
- State of Georgia (Georgia Technology Authority)
- Emory University (Drug Innovation Ventures at Emory, LLC)
Work highlights
- Advised the State of Georgia’s Accounting Office and the Department of Administrative Services on negotiating a multi-year outsourcing and SaaS procurement for a HR and financial services solution provided by WorkDay, valued at $180m.
- Advised Emory University and its incubator Drug Innovation Ventures at Emory in connection with the licensing of its drug discoveries.