Intellectual Property and Technology
Today’s innovation starts with international collaboration
Intellectual Property and Technology
Relationships that last depend on people who grow.
In Intellectual Property & Technology (ITP), we help global players and start-ups realise potential across the world. With us, you could be assisting a client to manage their global trademark portfolio, working on a digital transformation project to secure competitive advantage, or advising on terms for a business-critical supplier.
Our intellectual property and technology experience
What we’ve achieved
Global reach
Our Intellectual Property and Technology group encompasses over 500 lawyers across 24 countries. We have particular strength in our key markets.
Market recognition for Strategic Sourcing practice
Our global Strategic Sourcing practice has been recognised as top outsourcing advisors by the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals for four consecutive years.
Award-winning tools
Our proprietary Notify tool streamlines every aspect of data breach reporting so clients can identify whether to rapidly inform regulators. This tool was highly commended at the Financial Times Innovative Lawyers Awards.
Sarah Birkett, Counsel, IPT, Melbourne
I've worked at DLA Piper for my entire legal career, and that is not an accident. Wherever I go in the firm I am always genuinely amazed by the level of care and dedication shown by my colleagues. The commitment to provide not only great service to our clients, but also to create a collaborative and supportive environment for each other, runs deep at DLA Piper.
Deborah Paracchini, Lawyer, Milan
DLA Piper champions a culture where diverse perspectives are embraced, and teamwork is at the forefront. This collaborative ethos makes every day both challenging and incredibly rewarding.
Early Careers
The first step in your career is one of the most important. When you join DLA Piper as a student or graduate, we don’t put limits on what you can achieve here and that starts from day one.
Paralegals
Our paralegal teams are transforming how we deliver legal solutions. If you want to build a career where you’re constantly finding new ways to unlock potential, discover what we do.
Talent Community
Staying in touch with like-minded people is important to us. Our Talent Community provides unique access to our firm so you can discover why we are a different kind of law firm.