LawTech
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.
We understand the regulatory environment, pressures and complexities faced by law firms when procuring and deploying tech.
We consider ourselves the ‘go-to’ law firm for law firms when they are procuring new technologies or want advice and guidance on the risks and rewards associated with new technologies.
We also act for a number of vendors to law firms, sharing our insight and experience to inform contracts and negotiations in a focused and tailored way.
Experience and expertise includes:
- advising a large number of the top 100 UK and international law firms on various tech procurements for key firm systems
- working with our law firm clients to understand AI risk and calibrate use policies, guard rails and risk assessments
- advising on applicable AI regulation and requirements for commercialising and/or deploying AI systems for use by lawyers, staff and clients
- advising on privacy, confidentiality, privilege and data use issues
- working with vendors to draft tailored template contracts and assist with negotiations
3Kites
We partner with 3Kites, the UK’s leading specialist technology consultancy for professional services firms. Known for its independent advice, deep sector experience and practical, straightforward approach, 3Kites provides strategic guidance and innovative solutions including:
- Strategic audit and review
- System review and selection
- Transformation project leadership
- Fractional IT director services
Together, Kemp IT Law and 3Kites offer a comprehensive, end-to-end service for professional services firms navigating complex technology change.
Insights
We regularly publish leading blogs, videos and white papers, and hold events, to provide practical analysis on the latest developments in LawTech.
AI in Law Firms: The Role of the Knowledge Management Team
AI in Law Firms: AI Governance
AI in Law Firms: 3 Points to Consider when Shaping AI Strategies and Policies
Tech Law Key Developments: June 2025
Tech Law Key Developments: May 2025
Tech Law Key Developments: April 2025
Tech Law Key Developments – March 2025
Tech Law Key Developments – February 2025
Tech Law Key Developments – January 2025
Law Firms Core Systems Contracts
Tech Law Key Developments – December 2024
WEBINAR: Tech Law Trends for 2025
Market recognition
We are consistently ranked among the UK’s leading firms for technology law.
Clients value the deep experience, partner-led service and commercial insight that characterise every engagement.
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”
Other areas of expertise
We also have expertise in the the following
