In a world that is increasingly driven by technology, almost every company is now a part of the technology industry in some way. Technology companies are facing unprecedented demands and challenges from regulatory and government authorities, customers, shareholders, employees, competitors, and other constituencies. And, as the tech landscape continues to evolve, companies are also seeing exponentially more opportunities for collaborations and growth.

With its combination of world class expertise in technology regulations and policy, global corporate and transactional capabilities, and award-winning litigation practices, Covington is well-positioned to counsel clients to manage these demands and leverage these opportunities. Many of the 400+ legal professionals working in the Technology group at Covington hold advanced science and technology degrees, have years of experience as former senior in-house counsel to some of the world’s most successful technology companies, and served previously in government appointments and clerkships, allowing us to provide high-end legal advice in complex and highly sensitive matters across the globe.

We represent technology companies in the following areas:

• Technology Transactions and M&A in highly regulated areas, such as Connected and Autonomous Vehicles (CAV), Fintech, Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Digital Health
• Global and regional Data Privacy and Cybersecurity, Advertising and Consumer Protection, and Antitrust and Competition
• IP Counseling and Litigation, including Patents or Trade Secrets
• ESG: Environmental, Social, and Governance, Business and Human Rights, White Collar Defense and Investigations, and Institutional Culture and Social Responsibility
• Global Problem Solving (GPS), Global Supply Chain, and International Trade 

Whether for established, emerging, or start-up technology companies, we offer our clients a critical competitive edge and unusually collaborative and seamless service across legal practices and geographic regions.