Deirdre Moynihan

Deirdre Moynihan

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Deirdre is an experienced tech lawyer who joined Kemp IT Law in May 2016 and became a Partner in April 2020.

Deirdre specialises in all aspects of contract, commercial, intellectual property and data law as they apply to new technologies and has significant experience advising on large-scale digital transformation projects driven by the move to cloud computing, hybrid clouds and other “as a service” technologies. Deirdre acts for both suppliers and customers on all layers of the tech stack, with a particular expertise in advising law firms on technology procurement, and has in-depth market knowledge and experience advising on complex, technical issues arising at the intersection of law and technology.

Deirdre also advises on IP and data law matters covering GDPR issues and issues surrounding the acquisition and exploitation of data and other IP rights.

Global Leader (WWL 2023: Data – Information Technology, Data Privacy & Data Protection)

Next Generation Partner (Legal 500)

“A well established IT practice for both tech providers and customers, taking in cloud computing, digital transformation, IP, data regulation and commercial contracts” (Chamber UK 2023)

“Highly knowledgeable, responsive, competent, personable – great at finding practical ways to balance commercial and legal considerations” (Chamber UK 2023)

Market Recognition

What the legal directories say about Deirdre:

“Deirdre Moynihan is very responsive and takes a commercial, risk-aware approach. She has excellent negotiation skills and is a trusted business advisor. Deirdre has acted for us in numerous agreements and given important guidance on data privacy and electronic communications.”
GDR 100 2021
“Deirdre has a well-established practice in technology matters taking in topics such as cloud computing and digital transformations, intellectual property and data regulations, and commercial contracts. Her client base includes both tech providers and customers”
Chambers UK 2022
“Deirdre is very knowledgeable of the IT industry and pragmatic in her approach. She is a formidable and effective negotiator and a pleasure to work with”
Chambers UK 2022
“Deirdre is extremely responsive, very strong technically and really easy to work with”
Chambers UK 2022
Chambers ranked lawyer
Chambers UK 2022
“Deirdre Moynihan – extremely responsive and a very switched on lawyer who knows and understands the sector well. Technically very strong but also very commercial and practical. A real safe pair of hands. Also a lovely person and always enthusiastic so a joy to deal with”
Legal 500 Lawyer
Recommended as a “Next Generation Partner” in Legal 500 2021 and 2022
Recommended as an expert in Data and Information Technology by Who’s Who Legal 2023
“Deirdre Moynihan is very responsive and takes a commercial, risk-aware approach. She has excellent negotiation skills and is a trusted business advisor. Deirdre has acted for us in numerous agreements and given important guidance on data privacy and electronic communications.”
GDR 100 2021
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We publish for our clients and contacts blogs, vlogs and white papers, and hold occasional events and webinars about developments in Tech Law.

Our insight is widely recognised in the market. Who’s Who Legal have named us one of their eight Tech Law thought leaders each year since 2017. Click through to our insights page or an article below.

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Data Law

Data objects: a new English law property right?

Deirdre Moynihan

Deirdre Moynihan looks at the Law Commission’s recommendation that a new form of personal property be introduced into English law: …

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Privacy and security
Privacy & Security

No US-style class-action lawsuits in the UK

Deirdre Moynihan

In this vlog, Deirdre Moynihan looks briefly at the decision in Lloyd v Google.

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Data law
Data Law

GDPR: Top Ten Practical Tips & Popular Misconceptions

Deirdre Moynihan

Time: Wednesday 6th July 2022, 09.00-10.00 (UK)Webinar from Kemp IT Law Register here.In the four years since it became law, …

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