Baker McKenzie LLP

At Baker McKenzie LLP, the technology transactions department routinely works with major national and global corporations from the tech, financial services, and insurance sectors to guide them through matters involving machine learning, AI, systems procurement, IP rights, IT joint ventures, and cross-border data transfers. The practice is co-led by Peter George, who assists clients with licensing transactions and electronic contracting matters, and Samuel Kramer, who concentrates on complex commercial contracting, fintech matters, and supply chain integration. Michael Mensik is noted for advising on the domestic and foreign operations of IT companies and also routinely handles data protection concerns. In Palo Alto, Cynthia Cole demonstrates strengths in digital transformations, IP matters, and cybersecurity strategy, while Lisa Fontenot covers the tech and media elements of cross-border M&A deals. Unless otherwise specified, all individuals mentioned are stationed in Chicago.