UK Tech and Software Lawyers For New York Businesses

New York is one of the world’s leading centers for technology, software and digital innovation – home to private equity startups, SaaS providers, fintech platforms, AI app developers and software companies. Lots of these firms operate internationally, dealing with users, partners, investors and subsidiaries in the UK.

When contracts, disputes, investments and transactions fall under English law, working with UK software lawyers is a must. That’s where EM Law comes in; our UK software lawyers work with New York clients on all the essential legal regulations so you can rest assured that your deal is compliant.

Industry Experts on Software Legal Services for New York

Based in the UK, our international team advises clients in New York and beyond on a broad range of software, technology and digital issues. Covering a wide selection of online intellectual property matters, arbitration for technology portfolios and more, our team of expert software lawyers has worked with innovative and exciting tech clients all around the world.

Our London team advises clients in New York on all things corporate technology, with extensive experience in cross-border software legal issues. Working with EM Law, you get excellent value, high-level expertise, and a name you can trust. We’re top ranked by Chambers and Partners as a Leading Firm in the UK, so you can rest assured our multidisciplinary team provides deep experience and leading knowledge in tech, software and the digital financial services sector.

Our London Team of Specialist Software Lawyers for New York

Software law is constantly changing, and it’s vital for any business, whether you deal with domestic or global clients, to stay ahead of trends in new technologies. You need to stay on the right side of updates to securities law, ever-changing business models and technicalities in digital intellectual property (to name a few).

Our software lawyers operate in London, offering expertise in international arbitration and UK law, with experience working with New York-based business models and US counsel.

Specialist Advice for New York Tech Companies From UK Lawyers

New York is a global hub for technology and software development, operating across the US and well beyond. If you’re dealing with complex cross border transactions for international investments or projects, engaging a legal team with the relevant expertise is absolutely essential.

As specialists in both UK and international cross border deals, the EM Law team provides guidance and representation for companies working in collaboration with UK entities or English law.

Expertise in UK Legal Issues

If your New York office also has a UK branch or operates internationally, you’ll need contracts and procedures that comply with UK law. That includes everything from licensing agreements and terms for digital assets to employment contracts and shareholder documentation.

Specialists in International Arbitration and Contracts

English law is often used for governing international software and technology agreements as a common ground across multiple jurisdictions. Even if both you and your partners are based outside the UK, choosing English lawyers can often be a strong choice to provide both neutrality and specific legal knowledge.

International Software Agreements for Digital Assets

We regularly advise clients on matters of contracting for digital assets. Many New York businesses choose to work with English law’s clarity and global acceptance for navigating intellectual property agreements and corporate transactions.

We have a strong track record in helping clients navigate licensing and distribution agreements for software: including software agreements following AGILE methodology and complex software contracts for robotics firms.

Compliance with UK & EU Data Privacy Laws

If your software deals with clients, investors, developers or other partners in the EU or UK (or handles personal data from users there), you’ll need to pay close attention to the relevant regulatory requirements and privacy laws to avoid litigation. Compliance with both EU and UK GDPR is absolutely critical.

Intellectual Property Protection in the UK and EU

For global clients in New York and beyond, our expert team provides legal support on intellectual property matters. To enforce your rights overseas and protect everything from your software assets and trade secrets down to your company’s branding, you’ll need specialist industry expertise.

We’re well versed in all things IP, and will provide support, advice and commercial expertise on elements including IP licensing, company mergers and reviewing your industry terms.

Our Legal Services for New York Software Companies

Our well regarded team is on hand to assist New York clients with regulatory, commercial, litigation and complex matters for any software or tech companies. Some of the services we specialise in include:

  • Software licensing agreements
  • SaaS and cloud contracts
  • Terms and conditions for UK/EU users and partners
  • Advice on international acquisitions or investments
  • Tech M&A and due diligence
  • Internal investigations for mergers and collaborations
  • Advice on complex commercial issues and regulatory compliance
  • Dispute resolution under UK law
  • Data protection (UK GDPR)
  • Intellectual property protection (UK)

Get in Touch

If you’re a New York-based software or tech business in need of UK legal support, EM Law will help. We advise clients on everything from software licensing and contracts to cross-border venture capital markets.

Contact our team today for a consultation

UK Software Lawyers for New York – FAQs

Why would a New York company need a UK software lawyer?

If your technology business trades with UK clients, employs staff in the UK, or enters into contracts governed by English law, you’ll need a UK lawyer to ensure your agreements and compliance processes meet local requirements.

Lots of New York offices use EM Law services in London to help with English and UK law for clarity and expertise.

Does EM Law have a New York office?

Our corporate offices are in London, but we work with numerous New York clients from here. Communication is easily handled via video calls, phone calls and emails. All documents, contracts and advice are efficiently handled, no matter which time zone you’re in.

What types of software businesses does EM Law advise?

We work with a full range of technology and software clients. We’ve worked with SaaS providers, digital platforms, fintech companies, AI startups, e-discovery and e-commerce clients and plenty more.

Our specialisms include IP, regulatory compliance, commercial matters, finance and transactions, corporate documentation and software licensing.

Can a UK software lawyer advise on capital markets transactions involving tech firms?

Yes, EM Law has experience with all kinds of software corporate transactions. Lots of tech businesses raise capital or issue securities for growth. Our UK-based lawyers will advise you on English law to deal with all major arbitral institutions, compliance, joint ventures, acquisitions and all related issues.

Can EM Law draft contracts for both UK and US laws?

Absolutely, our contract lawyers are experienced in both jurisdictions and cross border documentation. We regularly draft and review contracts for US and UK businesses, and will work in collaboration with US counsel for any dual compliance issues.