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Tech Law at the Apex

We are a boutique tech and data law firm. London-based, we are trusted by some of the world’s largest businesses and most innovative companies for our depth of knowledge, sectoral insight, and sharp commercial focus.

One of the world’s top 100 data law firms (Lexology 100: Data 2026)

About

Our team delivers top-tier legal advice on strategic tech contracts and all issues relating to data, AI and regulation, with the agility and clarity that only a specialist firm can offer.

We are recognised by Chambers as “truly specialist in information technology and data”, by Legal 500 as a “leader in the field” and by Lexology 100: Data 2026 as one of the world’s top 100 data law firms.

Our focus

Our Focus

We are consistently ranked as one of the UK’s leading firms for technology law.

Our team brings deep legal and sectoral experience advising at the intersection of tech regulation, data, IP rights and contract law. We guide our clients through their most critical legal challenges.

Our Lexology 2026 rankings by numbers:

1 of the world’s top 100 data law firms
1 of 4 UK firms with 3 lawyers Highly Recommended for AI
3 lawyers ranked for Data Protection
3 lawyers ranked for Data Security
2 lawyers ranked as IT and TMT Thought Leaders
1 of 2 UK lawyers ranked as IT Global Elite Thought Leader

Legal 500

IT & Telecoms 2026

"One of a very small number that we recommend without hesitation"

“The team has an excellent technical grounding, which allows it to advise in areas where other lawyers may struggle to understand the full implications. It also provides practical guidance based on experience that saves time and costs when dealing with suppliers.”

“I mostly deal with Richard Kemp, Chris Kemp, Deirdre Moynihan, and Eleanor Hobson. All are extremely capable in their own fields and, collectively, provide a service that we are happy to recommend to our own clients, which is the highest praise I can give here.”

“Recognized as being a leader in the field”

“Richard, Deirdre and Chris remain pre-eminent in this area and provide an invaluable resource to any General Counsel looking to navigate contracts within the space.”

“Deep industry and market knowledge”

“The team is very knowledgeable on the subject matter. I like the fact that they are pragmatic.”

Chambers

IT & Outsourcing 2026

“A growing presence for software, cloud, data, privacy and digital transformation legal advice … well placed to advise on AI”

“Their quality of advice, client service and superior knowledge are their key strengths”

“Their depth of knowledge is fantastic”

“The firm is truly specialist in information technology and data”

“The firm has deep knowledge and expertise on the technology industry and related regulations. The lawyers take a business-like approach and provide quality work product.”

“Kemp IT keep the process simple and straightforward. They were critical in identifying and protecting against material risks from a key contractual perspective. Equally, they were also user-friendly.”

“Kemp IT Law are extremely responsive and always available to provide advice working to the timelines set and agreed. They provide sensible commercial advice.”

“Kemp IT gives no nonsense, practical and fair advice. They are grounded, thoughtful and highly intelligent while remaining extremely pleasant people to do business with.”

Chambers

Data Protection & Information Law 2026

"A highly regarded boutique offering vast experience in data protection and information law, EU and UK privacy and cyber-related regulations and AI governance"

“Kemp IT have great knowledge at their disposal and they offer clear and helpful advice.”

“Kemp IT provide practical guidance and are able to scale and scope the work so that it is appropriate to the client and the matter.”

“The lawyers have a deep knowledge of our company. They are flexible in their approach and they can convey complex ideas to non-legal specialists.”

Lexology Index

2026

“Much of the Firm’s work is cutting edge in nature – the lawyers here have no qualms about breaking new ground”

“A stellar practice focusing on the legal, regulatory and contractual aspects of IT”

“Kemp IT have great knowledge at their disposal and they offer clear and helpful advice.”

“Kemp IT provide practical guidance and are able to scale and scope the work so that it is appropriate to the client and the matter.”

“Business-focused, cutting-edge, clear-cut advice on GDPR compliance”

“The lawyers have a deep knowledge of our company. They are flexible in their approach and they can convey complex ideas to non-legal specialists.”

“Excellent ability to translate advice to practical solutions”

Our expertise

Operating under the strapline ‘Tech Law at the Apex’, we are a specialist technology and data law firm with deep expertise across six core areas.

Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence

As AI adoption accelerates, the legal and regulatory risk, and the burden of AI governance around the development, deployment and governance of AI systems are critical.
Cloud, Software & Tech Contracting

Cloud, Software & Tech Contracting

Cloud use is now almost ubiquitous as businesses progress along their digital transformation journeys and AI and “cloud-native” or “cloud only” offerings become increasingly common.
Data & IP

Data & IP

Recent developments in technology and regulation have placed greater emphasis on ensuring that data and IP is adequately protected and lawfully used.
LawTech & Law Firms

LawTech & Law Firms

Tech is as critical for law firms as it is for any other business. The use of new technologies is changing how law firms interact with clients, give advice and do business.
Privacy & Cyber

Privacy & Cyber

The advent of privacy and cybersecurity laws, like the GDPR and NIS, brought privacy and security to the fore for businesses operating in Europe.
Tech Regulation & Governance

Tech Regulation & Governance

As governments and regulators move to close legal and policy gaps exposed by rapid innovation, the regulatory landscape is becoming increasingly complex.

Insights

We regularly publish leading blogs, videos and white papers, and hold events, to provide practical analysis on the latest developments in technology law.

Lawyering the AI Stack: “Leaking Enterprise Value”?

Lawyering the AI Stack: “Leaking Enterprise Value”?

Videos Artificial Intelligence
Chris Kemp looks at the practical questions lawyers and clients should ask to make sure they are protecting the sovereignty of their firm. https://youtu.be/uVxj5sQYPjg
26/08/2026
Kemp IT Law completes the UN Global Compact Sustainable Supplier Programme

Kemp IT Law completes the UN Global Compact Sustainable Supplier Programme

News General
We’re pleased to have successfully completed the UN Global Compact Sustainable Supplier Programme, as part of our engagement arrangements with a large professional services client.…
26/08/2026
Making the most of the Data (Use and Access) Act

Making the most of the Data (Use and Access) Act

Videos Tech Regulation & Governance
Eleanor Hobson distils the key benefits of the DUAA into 60seconds. https://youtu.be/eu2ScmQ3N0s
18/08/2026
Lawyering the AI Stack: AI Pricing Is Changing — What to Watch

Lawyering the AI Stack: AI Pricing Is Changing — What to Watch

Videos Artificial IntelligenceCloud, Software & Tech Contracting
One of the trickiest commercial questions in enterprise software at the moment is how to price AI-enabled products. Chris Kemp talks about what this means…
05/08/2026
Tech Law Developments – August 2026

Tech Law Developments – August 2026

Blogs Artificial IntelligenceCloud, Software & Tech ContractingData & IPPrivacy & CyberTech Regulation & Governance
Please see the table below for an overview of key developments coming up in the month ahead. DateDescriptionFurther Information2 September 2026Deadline for DRCF consultation on consumer…
03/08/2026
EU Data Act: interplay with GDPR

EU Data Act: interplay with GDPR

Videos Tech Regulation & Governance
Marija Nonkovic takes a look at how the EU Data Act interacts with the GDPR. https://youtu.be/LLHSu5f7HIo
29/07/2026
Lawyering the AI Stack: the Model Layer – Your New Risk Interface

Lawyering the AI Stack: the Model Layer – Your New Risk Interface

Videos Artificial Intelligence
If you’re advising on AI contracts, you will certainly have had to contend with what we might call the “model layer”. Chris Kemp explains what…
23/07/2026
Managing the DORA / AI overlap

Managing the DORA / AI overlap

Videos Artificial IntelligenceTech Regulation & Governance
This is the second in Richard Kemp's three part series exploring what’s happening at the intersection of sector-specific regulation and ICT. In this episode, he…
20/07/2026
WEBINAR: The Cyber Resilience Act

WEBINAR: The Cyber Resilience Act

Events Tech Regulation & Governance
Rewiring the Software Supply ChainDate and Time: 12:30 - 13:15 (BST), Wednesday 16th September 2026Place: ZoomREGISTER HERE The Cyber Resilience Act (“CRA”)  is a defining…
16/07/2026
The Data (Use and Access) Act

The Data (Use and Access) Act

Videos Tech Regulation & Governance
In February 2026, the UK’s reforms to UK GDPR and our cookies and direct marketing laws came into force (aka the Data (Use and Access)…
15/07/2026
AI in Law Firms: The Role of the Knowledge Management Team

AI in Law Firms: The Role of the Knowledge Management Team

Videos LawTech & Law Firms
If a law firm with both a Knowledge Team and an Innovation Team is implementing AI, who does what?Earlier this year, in partnership with 3Kites…
08/07/2026
IoT, Data Access and Multi-User Scenarios Under the EU Data Act

IoT, Data Access and Multi-User Scenarios Under the EU Data Act

Blogs Tech Regulation & Governance
For manufacturers and data holders, one of the most important practical issues under the Data Act is how to manage data access in relation to…
07/07/2026

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