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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.

The Cyber Resilience Act: why software businesses need to take notice

The Cyber Resilience Act: why software businesses need to take notice

Blogs Tech Regulation & Governance
The EU's Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) marks a significant change in the regulation of cybersecurity. While businesses have become familiar with rules focusing on cybersecurity…
21/10/2026
Negotiating AI contracts

Negotiating AI contracts

Blogs Artificial IntelligenceCloud, Software & Tech Contracting
Negotiating AI terms: where should you focus? AI negotiations can begin with customers and suppliers taking very different positions. There is no single approach that…
21/10/2026
Tech Law Developments – October 2026

Tech Law Developments – October 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 Information1 October 2025Deadline for Call for Evidence on…
19/10/2026
Kemp IT Law recognised in Chambers and Legal 500 2027

Kemp IT Law recognised in Chambers and Legal 500 2027

Blogs General
We are delighted to have been recognised once again in the Chambers and Legal 500 rankings for 2027, reflecting the depth of expertise across our…
19/10/2026
Data Act Decoded: The Unfair Terms Trap

Data Act Decoded: The Unfair Terms Trap

Videos Tech Regulation & Governance
Could the EU Data Act make some of your B2B data contract terms unenforceable? This is the second in Chris Kemp's Data Act Decoded series.…
16/10/2026
Emerging trends in AI contracting

Emerging trends in AI contracting

Blogs Artificial IntelligenceCloud, Software & Tech Contracting
AI contracting is changing: key trends to watch AI is adding another layer of complexity to technology contracting. Generative AI is now widely used, agentic…
12/10/2026
Data Act Decoded: Early Termination Penalties – What Does “Proportionate” Mean?

Data Act Decoded: Early Termination Penalties – What Does “Proportionate” Mean?

Videos Tech Regulation & Governance
This is the first in Chris Kemp's mini series on decoding the EU Data Act. In this episode he takes a look at one of…
05/10/2026
WEBINAR: From Tokens to Terms: Legal Aspects of AI Distribution

WEBINAR: From Tokens to Terms: Legal Aspects of AI Distribution

Events Artificial Intelligence
Date and Time: 09:00 - 10:00 (GMT), Wednesday 4th November 2026Place: ZoomREGISTER HERE Gartner has recently forecast that global AI spending in 2026 will total…
02/10/2026
The Collision of Agentic AI and Financial Services Regulation

The Collision of Agentic AI and Financial Services Regulation

Videos Artificial IntelligenceTech Regulation & Governance
Richard Kemp's third video exploring what’s happening at the intersection of sector-specific regulation and ICT. In this edition, Richard looks at Agentic AI and Financial…
23/09/2026
Lawyering the AI Stack: Agentic AI — Contracting for the Action Space

Lawyering the AI Stack: Agentic AI — Contracting for the Action Space

Videos Artificial IntelligenceCloud, Software & Tech Contracting
Chris Kemp defines the "Action Space" and explores how it's useful in regulating Agentic AI in your contracts. https://youtu.be/JY9WsMnFOt0
17/09/2026
WEBINAR: Privacy and AI Update

WEBINAR: Privacy and AI Update

Events Artificial IntelligencePrivacy & Cyber
Date and Time: 12:30 - 13:15 (BST), Wednesday 14th October 2026Place: ZoomREGISTER HERE As AI technologies continue to develop at pace, the intersection between AI…
10/09/2026
GenAI and legal privilege

GenAI and legal privilege

Videos Artificial Intelligence
Legal privilege is one of the most important protections in our legal system, but what happens when AI enters the lawyer/client relationship? Deirdre Moynihan takes…
09/09/2026

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