Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP’s technology department houses an impressive roster of clients which encompasses the likes of Google and Ericsson. The team is well-versed in advising on data protection concerns, open-source software, cybersecurity matters, and in conducting IP risk assessments. In New York, Menachem Kaplan, who is commended for his ‘excellent depth of expertise’, leverages his software engineering background to handle complex work relating to tech M&A and licensing, particularly for growth companies in the tech sector. Silicon Valley-based Marissa Yu assists clients with matters at the intersection of tech and IP.

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Testimonials

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  • 'We would recommend Menachem Kaplan and Marissa Yu. We appreciate their depth of expertise, practical business advice, and actionable industry knowledge, as well as exceptional cross-border work.'
  • 'Menachem Kaplan is one of the best tech lawyers in the US market. Freshfields has built a successful and credible high-end practice.'

Key clients

  • Qualtrics International
  • Coupa Software Incorporated
  • Holcim Group Services Ltd
  • Schenck Process Group
  • London Stock Exchange Group plc
  • eBay
  • Exyte Americas Holding, Inc.
  • Pearson plc
  • AeroClean Technologies, Inc.
  • Jungheinrich AG
  • Google
  • ServiceNow, Inc.
  • StepStone GmbH
  • Appcast, Inc.
  • Ericsson

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Menachem Kaplan

Other key lawyers

Marissa Yu