Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP has recently announced that Joel Harrison and Alison Beal have joined the firm’s London office as partners. Formerly with Milbank LLP, Joel will continue to focus his practice on data protection, cybersecurity, information technology and outsourcing; and Alison will continue her outsourcing and technology transactions practice.
Joel’s practice focuses on data protection and cybersecurity, covering the full range of transactional, advisory and contentious work, including regulatory defense and engagement and strategies for compliance with data protection and technology platform regulation in the UK and Europe. He also advises on all aspects of information technology transactions, including outsourcing, cloud computing, system integration and software development and licensing agreements, as well as disputes and renegotiations. His practice also includes advising on the technology aspects of mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and other corporate transactions.
He is a member of the Outsourcing Committee of the Society for Computers and Law and a Trustee of the British and Irish Legal Information Institute (BAILII).
Commenting on his appointment, Joel said: 'Gibson Dunn’s unparalleled platform will enable us to continue growing our practices globally. We are thrilled to be joining the firm at such an exciting time in the development of regulation and policy.'
Alison advises clients across a broad range of industries and jurisdictions, including the UK, Europe, US Asia and Australia, on complex, large-scale and cross-border technology and outsourcing-related transactions, focusing on new technologies, research and development collaborations and externalisations, business process and information technology outsourcing, telecommunications and other technology-related transactions. She has extensive experience in digital transformations, systems implementations, cloud transactions and licensing transactions. She also advises on the technology aspects of corporate transactions.
Alison said: 'I am excited to be joining Gibson Dunn with Joel and working closely with my new colleagues in the UK and globally'.
Barbara L. Becker, Chair and Managing Partner of Gibson Dunn commented: 'We are delighted to welcome Joel and Alison to Gibson Dunn. Joel and Alison are both highly regarded lawyers who will complement our capabilities across multiple practice groups and offices.'
Penny Madden, Co-Partner-in-Charge of the London office added: 'Joel and Alison are deeply conversant in technology, especially as it relates to the regulatory landscape in the UK. The combination of their legal skill, technical and regulatory understanding, and strategic acumen will allow us to continue to provide the best services for our clients.'
