A&L Goodbody LLP‘s full-service offering is a key drawcard for some of the largest multinational and domestic technology companies in Ireland. Led by John Cahir, the technology group is well-placed to advise on complex regulatory and compliance issues associated with new and existing Irish and EU legislation, disputes and investigations. Core areas of expertise include IT outsourcings, services contracting agreements, and the IT aspects of corporate transactions. John Whelan has noted expertise in the industry, as does Chris Bollard and Aideen Burke.

Arthur Cox is a key adviser to large corporates and public bodies, notably assisting on mandates related to digital transformation and strategic outsourcing. Specialising in data protection and security, Colin Rooney leads the technology and innovation group, while head of IP Olivia Mullooly advises on GDPR compliance reviews and investigations. With a focus on technological innovation, Rob Corbet is noted for his expertise in the commercialisation and protection of data. Ian Duffy is another key team member, who stands out for his work on complex IT contracts and compliance work more broadly.

Noted for its expertise in compliance mandates, the Mason Hayes & Curran LLP team fields a considerable workload for domestic and multinational corporates, regularly assisting clients with understanding current and emerging obligations under EU and Irish laws, increasingly related to AI and digital content regulation. The group is also well-versed in IT procurement mandates. Philip Nolan leads the team and focuses on complex regulatory matters, while Robert McDonagh has noted experience refining product and service terms for key clients. Dermot McGirr and Mark Fry are other core team members, as is Wendy Hederman, who is a strong choice for e-commerce matters.

With a wealth of experience advising public sector clients, McCann FitzGerald LLP‘s technology and innovation team has notable proficiency in IT outsourcing and digital transformation agreements. The team is increasingly involved in the sale and purchase of technology-related businesses and sought out for advice on technology procurements, including of AI systems. Team head Adam Finlay is a go-to for software licenses and services agreements and compliance advice, as is Paul Lavery, who assists with the implementation of IT systems and large IT outsourcing deals. Douglas McMahon is equipped to advise on extensive procurement processes.

Handling the full gamut of technology issues, William Fry LLP‘s team regularly assists with compliance advice, and IT, outsourcing and commercial contracts for large companies. Proficient in digital transformation strategies, Leo Moore, who leads the practice, has particular expertise at the intersection of tech, data and IP. David Cullen has extensive experience across a broad spectrum of technology matters. For mandates related to AI, machine learning and distributed ledger technologies, John O’Connor is a go-to. Rachel Hayes and AI-expert Barry Scannell are also key contacts.

Byrne Wallace Shields LLP‘s team is a prominent adviser to public sector clients, while acting for a diverse client base, ranging from domestic and international start-ups and scaling companies, to large organisations. The group is geared to support on large-scale IT projects, including systems procurements, managed services and outsourcings. At the helm of the practice is Victor Timon, who has an in-depth knowledge of the industry and is instructed on AI-related mandates. With data protection and privacy experience, Jane O’Grady specialises in assisting clients to use emerging technologies to develop and sell digital goods, while Laura Greene is a key name to note for SaaS and licensing agreements, and software development and maintenance contracts.

DLA Piper Ireland LLP maintains a strong reputation in the market assisting large domestic and international clients with agreements, transactions and regulatory and compliance advice. Mark Rasdale, who leads the team, is particularly well-placed to advise on technology and data privacy matters in the financial services sector, including large sourcing projects and transformation programmes. John Magee is another key name to note, as is Conor McEneaney, particularly for drafting and negotiating strategic outsourcing agreements.

Matheson LLP‘s technology and innovation group covers commercial contracts, technology transactions and regulatory advice, while also maintaining a strong cyber security and privacy practice. Marie McGinley strengthened the team by joining as lead in 2025, adding to the depth already provided by Anne-Marie Bohan. Michael Byrne is noted for contentious technology mandates, while Sarah Jayne Hanna is recognised for her expertise in digital services regulation. Davinia Brennan is another key team member.

With core strengths in the retail and consumer, agri-food and life sciences sectors, Addleshaw Goddard offers a multi-faceted service, ranging from service level and licensing agreements and development and supply contracts, to M&A involving technology assets. David Hackett stands out for his broad IT expertise and leads the team. Jane Farren is another key team member.

Beauchamps LLP is well-positioned to advise public and private sector clients on IT outsourcing and digital transformation projects, procurement processes of IT products and services and the associated drafting and negotiating of key contracts, including cloud service agreements. David McMunn joined the team in 2025 as a co-head, bringing expertise in EU technology regulation. He complements the experience brought by fellow co-heads Edward Evans and Damian Maloney, particularly related to technology contracts.

Particularly well-geared to provide cross-jurisdictional regulatory advice, Bird & Bird‘s team assists with transactions, regulatory investigations and compliance, and commercial agreements related to technology, such as licensing and data processing agreements. Key areas of expertise include artificial intelligence and digital regulation. The practice is jointly led by Deirdre Kilroy, who is a go-to for advice on laws and regulations applicable to products and services; and Anna Morgan, who focuses on data protection matters.

With expertise in digital marketing initiatives, Hayes Solicitors LLP‘s broad technology offering is reputed for its advice to Irish websites on technology matters, including its advice on agreements with third-party IT and software providers. Data protection and privacy advice forms a key part of the offering, and the team covers areas such as outsourcings, international data transfer arrangements and policy drafting. Team head David Phelan is a prominent adviser to investors on IT company investments. Laura Fannin and Cian Clinch are also sought out, specialising in data protection and privacy, and software development, SaaS and end user license agreements respectively.

Pinsent Masons LLP has a proven track record advising clients in the financial services sector, particularly on technology outsourcings and compliance, largely exemplified by team head Andreas Carney. The team’s broader technology practice involves licensing agreements, corporate transactions, regulatory mandates and disputes. Litigator Lisa Carty and Nicola Barden also come recommended.

RDJ LLP has strong expertise in fintech, medtech, cybersecurity and AI mandates, making it a go-to adviser for both public sector clients and organisations at various stages of development on matters related to data breaches and compliance. Ricky Kelly leads the practice and focuses on data protection, privacy, information security and EU AI Act mandates. Diarmaid Gavin is highly capable in technology contract work, including system supply and development agreements, as well as IT procurement mandates.