Key contacts

Charlotte Barraco-David

Counsel

Marie-Hélène Tonnelier

Partner

Practice

Digital, IT, internet and innovations

At a time when the world is going digital and transactions are becoming increasingly paperless, the team’s lawyers are there to support you on a day-to-day basis, so that you can keep abreast of all the new innovations in a safe and secure manner.

Our team supports businesses in navigating technological transformations and the ever-evolving landscape of French and European regulations governing digital activities—the lifeblood of today’s enterprises. Through constant legal and technological monitoring, we provide a comprehensive perspective and tailored solutions to address the complex challenges of the digital era.

Our expertise encompasses all aspects of digital law. With extensive experience in contract law, we assist clients in drafting and negotiating complex IT contracts, addressing issues related to the dematerialization of transactions, ensuring transaction security, and managing strategic digital transformation projects. In addition to our advisory role, we also represent and defend our clients’ rights during expert investigations and in proceedings before competent courts.

Our practice extends to emerging technologies and innovation, where we provide in-depth legal guidance on topics such as artificial intelligence (AI), drones for surveillance purposes for instance, connected vehicles, the Internet of Things (IoT), smart city infrastructures, and intelligent digital environments. These cutting-edge fields, situated at the crossroads of innovation and digital rights, demand an expert and tailored approach to each project.

In the area of e-commerce and distance selling, our team has extensive experience supporting B2B, B2C, and B2B2C enterprises, ensuring optimal compliance with legal rules and the constant evolution of regulatory requirements.

Thanks to our international network of partners, we also provide guidance on cross-border projects, ensuring the legal compliance of initiatives across multiple jurisdictions.

Pragmatism, efficiency, and expertise: our team is your trusted partner for navigating the complexities of the digital world with success.

TYPES OF INTERVENTIONS

IT LAW ADVISORY

Drafting and negotiation of private and public contracts: outsourcing, hosting, cloud services, development, integration, assignment of rights, licensing (on-premises, SaaS, IaaS, PaaS, open source), maintenance and support, distribution (VAR, OEM)
Design and optimization of contractual architecture
Monitoring digital projects (implementation of HRIS, ERP, trading tools, financial management tools, etc.)

AUDITS / DUE DILIGENCE

Representation in disputes involving software infringement, the performance or termination of IT contracts, or disagreements over the quality or compliance of IT services
Development of litigation strategy and advice on alternative dispute resolution methods (mediation, arbitration)
Support in amicable or judicial expert assessments aimed at evaluating the compliance, performance, or malfunctions of IT systems or software under dispute

MANAGEMENT AND HANDLING OF IT PRE-LITIGATION AND LITIGATION

Représentation dans les litiges liés à la contrefaçon de logiciels, l’exécution ou la résiliation de contrats informatiques, ou encore les différends sur la qualité ou la conformité des prestations informatiques ;
Détermination de la stratégie contentieuse, conseil sur les solutions alternatives (médiation, arbitrage) ;
Accompagnement dans les expertises amiables ou judiciaires visant à évaluer la conformité, la performance ou les dysfonctionnements des systèmes informatiques ou logiciels en litige.

E-COMMERCE, APPLICATIONS, ONLINE PAYMENT AND SOCIAL MEDIA

Negotiation of contracts for the development of e-commerce platforms, marketplaces or mobile applications
Drafting of terms of use, terms and conditions of sale, legal notices, and privacy policies
Auditing and ensuring compliance of websites, including designing user pathways
Ensuring payment methods comply with banking regulations and securing payment systems
Advising on legal issues related to social media, including content regulation, user data protection, and compliance with digital marketing laws

INNOVATIONS

Legal advice on issues related to new information and communication technologies
Support in the implementation and regulation of innovative technologies such as AI, IoT, blockchain, digital twins, etc.
Assistance with legal matters concerning digitalization, cryptography, and electronic signatures

“Marie-Hélène Tonnellier is a well-known name in the technology sector and is a regular presence at major technology law conferences, both as a participant and as a speaker. She has an incredible level of expertise and is always very responsive. She works tirelessly for her clients and is passionate about achieving the best outcomes for them.”

RANKINGS & AWARDS