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June 25, 2020Legal Support for the IT Sector
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The modern economy is heavily reliant on the IT sector, which is constantly evolving, introducing new technologies and innovations. This dynamic environment presents IT companies with a range of legal challenges. On one hand, the rapid pace of technological advancements and innovation requires agility; on the other, increasingly complex legal regulations at both national and EU levels must be navigated.
- Copyright law – protection of software, licensing, and transfer of rights.
- Contract law – drafting and negotiating implementation, outsourcing, and licensing agreements.
- Data protection (GDPR compliance) – ensuring regulatory compliance in data protection.
- Public procurement law – representation in tender proceedings.
- Competition law – preventing anti-competitive practices.
- Telecommunications law – compliance with telecom service regulations.
- Cybersecurity law – implementing security standards and responding to incidents.
- AI law – compliance with emerging regulations such as the AI Act.
- Tax law – tax optimization strategies, including IP Box benefits.
In such a landscape, legal support based on an interdisciplinary approach is essential. It ensures compliance with legal frameworks, protects intellectual property, minimizes risks associated with emerging technologies like AI, blockchain, IoT, Big Data, and cybersecurity, and enables companies to operate efficiently in a highly competitive market.
Comprehensive legal support for IT businesses
Legal support in IT extends beyond a single area of law and encompasses:
Lack of professional legal support can lead to litigation, financial penalties, reputational damage, and business stagnation.
APLAW – expertise in IT law At APLAW, we combine legal expertise with a deep understanding of the IT sector’s unique challenges. We provide comprehensive and effective legal support that allows our clients to develop their businesses securely and efficiently in the ever-changing technology landscape.
Our legal services cover:
- Drafting, negotiating, and advising on the application of contracts, including:
- IT implementation agreements (e.g., ERP, CRM system rollouts).
- Software supply contracts (on-premises and SaaS).
- Outsourcing contracts (e.g., cloud services, IT outsourcing).
- IT service agreements (e.g., maintenance, system support).
- Contracts related to AI, blockchain, IoT, big data, and cybersecurity.
- Advising on contract structuring for IT production, implementation, outsourcing, and operations, including information security agreements.
- Ensuring software copyright protection through appropriate contract clauses covering licensing, sublicensing, and transfer of rights to source code and documentation.
- Ensuring GDPR and other data protection compliance in contracts.
- Conducting audits and risk analyses, reviewing existing contracts for legal risks and compliance with current regulations.
- Managing disputes, including resolving conflicts arising from non-performance or improper execution of IT contracts, representation in negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings.
- Legal advisory for new online projects, including e-commerce platforms, mobile applications, and social media platforms, as well as advising on the acquisition and processing of online data.
- Representation in public procurement cases related to IT project implementations and IT hardware supply.
- Representation in administrative and court proceedings before regulatory bodies such as the Office of Electronic Communications (UKE), the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK), the Court of Competition and Consumer Protection (SOKiK), and the Arbitration Court for Internet Domains at the Polish Chamber of Information Technology and Telecommunications.
- Legal support in disputes related to electronic data processing and public procurement cases for IT projects and hardware supply.
Benefits for our clients
- Access to an interdisciplinary team of legal experts specializing in various areas of law.
- Maximization of business potential and smooth implementation of innovations, particularly in AI and blockchain.
- Fast and efficient legal solutions tailored to the IT sector’s unique characteristics.
- Intellectual property protection through secure software copyright agreements and other digital assets.
- Time and cost savings by preventing legal conflicts and ensuring effective negotiations.
- Legal security, reducing risks and ensuring compliance with current regulations.
Why choose us as your legal partner?
- We work in an interdisciplinary team, combining legal expertise with an in-depth understanding of the IT sector.
- We understand the fast-paced nature of the IT industry and the need for quick and flexible solutions.
- Our experts have extensive experience in legal advisory services for IT projects and technology companies
- Our services are recognized in both Polish and international legal rankings, such as Media Law International and Legal 500 EMEA, in areas including media law, technology and telecommunications law, intellectual property, cybersecurity, and data privacy.
- We offer tailored, flexible legal solutions that meet the specific needs of our clients while providing comprehensive support.
- We take a proactive approach, closely monitoring legal changes and advising businesses on how to adapt their strategies to maximize benefits.
Our legal support is designed for:
- IT companies developing software, providing IT services, and implementing digital solutions.
- Software houses.
- Programmers and developers.
- Technology startups.
- Non-profit organizations operating in the IT sector.
Looking for legal support for your IT business? Get in touch with us for more details on how we can help your business navigate the legal complexities of the IT industry!
