APA is well known for its in-depth experience in the electronic communication field. Our firm has been involved in all the most recent industry developments such as the attribution of Wi Max licences in France, quadriple play legal issues and more generally legal analyses related to convergence, whatever the technologies (Unbundling on-going process, Voip, 4G, Wireless local loop, FTTH, etc.).

We also advise new entrants, investors and funders on the acquisition of interests in electronic communications operators across various markets and obtaining any relevant licence to commence operations. Such advice includes the negotiation of joint venture arrangements, the terms of purchase, raising equity and solving regulatory issues.

Our clients often ask us to analyse the best conditions in which to set up virtual or paperless services on the Internet (electronic invoicing, electronic signatures, electronic documents, remote decision-making for the decision-making bodies of legal entities, etc.).

Our lawyers draft, advise and negotiate every type of legal agreement relating to the information technology sector such as: 

IT outsourcing and other IT service agreements
Software licensing, development, and support
IT infrastructure, e-business and other projects

APA has extensive experience of every kind of work in the information technology sector, and for a wide range of clients including :

purchasers of information technology products and services
computer software and hardware manufacturers, suppliers and distributors

APA advises clients on legal issues relating to data protection and privacy matters, including:

Personal data transfers outside the EEA
Personal data collection and consents
Website privacy policies
Personal data protection aspects of database sales and transfers

APA has extensive experience in the following areas including for any compliance issues:

Electronic communications including regulatory advice for operators manufacturers and/or investors
State aids
Internet and e-commerce
On-line transactions and electronic signatures
Data protection
IT security
Software including ASP
Intellectual Property
Gaming
IT outsourcing
Licensing and IT projects
Media