Christian McDermott, an experienced technology lawyer, advises clients on large-scale technology contracts, commercial collaborations, as well as fintech and payments transactions.
Mr. McDermott advises global and UK-based clients — including major financial institutions as well as publicly listed, private, and emerging companies — on the development, use, and commercialization of technology, in particular:
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Large-scale technology and outsourcing projects
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Complex commercial collaborations
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Fintech contracts
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Established and emerging payments technologies
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Licensing and distribution arrangements
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Diligence on technology and fintech M&A and IPOs
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Transitional services arrangements
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General commercial law and intellectual property matters
Mr. McDermott draws on more than a decade of experience with technology and fintech matters. He has a keen sense of what is at market, utilizes effective collaboration strategies, and has developed a reputation as a skilled negotiator who knows how to get deals done.
Accolades
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Ranked – Next Generation Partner for IT and Telecoms
The Legal 500 UK 2021-2022
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Named a Key Lawyer for Fintech
The Legal 500 UK 2021-2022
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Named a Key Lawyer for Venture Capital
The Legal 500 UK 2021
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Ranked - Next Generation Lawyer for Commercial Contracts
The Legal 500 UK 2017