Business Legal Services
Technology lawyers
Turning AI answers into commercial action
AI can help you understand a technology contract, identify potential issues or create a first draft. We add the experienced legal judgement needed to take the work forward.
We’ve helped hundreds of clients turn AI input into completed legal projects. We work with what you already have, get to grips with the technology and commercial context, and focus on the points that really matter.
Testimonials
What our clients say
Our technology clients value lawyers who can understand the work already completed, identify the issues that matter and provide a clear commercial view without slowing the project down.
Perfect balance of a wide range of SMEs but consistency of approach if we want to just go back to the same person again and again. Everyone we've dealt with has been knowledgeable, pragmatic and friendly. David Sant in particular has been incredible on our journey from start up to now.
Sally Merritt
CEO,
Evotra Ltd
Often we challenge the Harper James team with tough questions around commercial relationships and evolving law in deep technology, generative AI, and the like. We always receive thoughtful perspective and partnership in navigating our growth and protecting our business.
Veronica Orvalho
Founder and CEO,
Didimo
When you’re a start-up, you have to find creative ways to do everything you need to do. And you need to find people who can help you. Harper James can advise us on contracts just as well as a blue-chip London or New York law firm, but at a much lower hourly rate.
Jeff Kofman
CEO and Founder,
Trint
Harper James delivers the depth and calibre of a traditional heavyweight firm but with the agility, transparent pricing, and entrepreneurial mindset that startups truly need.
Paulo Matos
Director,
Ageiro Ltd
It's very cost efficient and fast. I have enjoyed talking to everyone in the company as they are not only knowledgeable but can also relate to the situations that I need assistance with. Very happy!
Kerem Sozugecer
Founder & CEO,
LeftBrain Technology
Perfect balance of a wide range of SMEs but consistency of approach if we want to just go back to the same person again and again. Everyone we've dealt with has been knowledgeable, pragmatic and friendly. David Sant in particular has been incredible on our journey from start up to now.
Sally Merritt
CEO,
Evotra Ltd
Often we challenge the Harper James team with tough questions around commercial relationships and evolving law in deep technology, generative AI, and the like. We always receive thoughtful perspective and partnership in navigating our growth and protecting our business.
Veronica Orvalho
Founder and CEO,
Didimo
When you’re a start-up, you have to find creative ways to do everything you need to do. And you need to find people who can help you. Harper James can advise us on contracts just as well as a blue-chip London or New York law firm, but at a much lower hourly rate.
Jeff Kofman
CEO and Founder,
Trint
Harper James delivers the depth and calibre of a traditional heavyweight firm but with the agility, transparent pricing, and entrepreneurial mindset that startups truly need.
Paulo Matos
Director,
Ageiro Ltd
It's very cost efficient and fast. I have enjoyed talking to everyone in the company as they are not only knowledgeable but can also relate to the situations that I need assistance with. Very happy!
Kerem Sozugecer
Founder & CEO,
LeftBrain Technology
What can we help with?
How can a technology lawyer help your business?
Whether you have used AI to review a contract, explore your options or draft initial wording, the next step is making sure the legal position works for your specific technology, deal and business model. Here are a few of the situations where experienced legal input can help you move forward.
When you need to turn an AI-reviewed SaaS or software agreement into terms you can sign, so the contract reflects the service being provided, your commercial model and an acceptable level of risk.
When you need to negotiate a customer’s technology contract, so you can protect revenue and delivery without accepting liability, service commitments or data obligations your business cannot realistically meet.
When you need to assess a technology supplier’s terms, so service levels, implementation responsibilities, security, remedies and exit rights protect your business if the project does not go to plan.
When you need to launch an AI-enabled or data-led product, so contracts address how data, confidential information, intellectual property and outputs can be used.
When you need to commission software, an app or another digital product, so delivery stages, acceptance, intellectual property ownership and responsibilities are properly documented.
When you need your technology arrangements ready for investment, expansion or sale, so ownership, material contracts and supplier dependencies stand up to due diligence.
Your situation may involve something different or several connected issues. Share what you have already produced and what you are trying to achieve, and we’ll help you identify the right next step.
Finding the right legal partner
Why work with Harper James
Choose a legal partner you can trust: we’ll help protect your goals, your business and your people so you can move forward with confidence and focus on growing your business.
Affordable, transparent and predictable pricing
Clear itemised invoices, subscription plans with up to 50% discount, and fixed fee products help you plan and manage legal spend – with no nasty surprises.
Proven track record and measurable results
We’ve supported over 8,000 businesses since 2014, with an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot and a Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 60+ from monthly client surveys.
Straight-talking, responsive advice
That means fast response times, practical expert legal advice delivered in plain English, and dedicated client service and account management support.
Risk and compliance assured
We’re an SRA regulated firm, but more importantly, we build quality, data, and compliance best practice into everything we do.
Meet our team
Why choose our technology lawyers?
Our technology lawyers regularly work from client provided AI-generated summaries, suggested clauses, contract reviews, checklists and first drafts. Many have previously worked in-house and at some of the UK’s most respected law firms, giving them practical judgement that works in the real world, not just in theory. They look beyond whether the wording appears legally complete to understand your technology, delivery model, the commercial relationship and what happens if expectations are not met.
They advise suppliers and customers across SaaS, software licensing, cloud services, outsourcing, artificial intelligence and digital projects. Where the matter also involves intellectual property, data protection, corporate law or a dispute, we can bring the relevant specialists into one coordinated team.
Common questions
Using AI for technology law
AI can provide a useful starting point for understanding technology law, but contracts and commercial decisions need to reflect how the technology and relationship will work in practice.
Can we rely on AI to review a technology contract?
AI may help identify common clauses or produce an initial summary, but it may not understand the full commercial context, technical dependencies or negotiating position. It can also miss how separate provisions interact. A technology lawyer can assess the overall effect of the agreement and identify which points matter most to your business.
What should be checked in an AI-generated SaaS agreement?
The agreement should accurately describe the service, customer rights and each party’s responsibilities. Areas commonly requiring attention include payment, service availability, support, data use, security, intellectual property, liability, suspension and termination. The appropriate wording depends on how the service operates and the customers using it.
Who owns software created by an external developer?
Ownership depends on the agreement and the circumstances in which the software was created. Paying a developer does not necessarily transfer all intellectual property rights to the customer. The contract should address ownership, licences, pre-existing materials, third-party code and the right to modify or commercialise the finished product.
What legal issues arise when adding AI to a product or service?
Relevant issues may include rights in data and outputs, use of confidential information, personal data, transparency, accuracy and responsibility for decisions or loss. Customer contracts may also need to define permitted use and clarify what the supplier does and does not promise. The legal position will depend on the particular system and how it is deployed.
What are the main risks when buying business-critical technology?
Risks can include unclear specifications, implementation delays, inadequate service levels, limited remedies, security weaknesses and difficulty retrieving data or moving to another supplier. The contract should allocate responsibility clearly and provide a workable route if the service fails or the relationship ends.
