Alan Arnott

About Alan

Alan Arnott is the Managing Partner of Arnotts Technology Lawyers, bringing extensive expertise in technology law, commercial contracts, and corporate advisory to clients across the technology and telecommunications sectors.

With dual qualifications in both law and computer science, Alan possesses a unique understanding of the intersection between technology and legal frameworks. This combination enables him to provide commercially-focused legal advice that addresses both the technical and legal complexities faced by modern technology businesses.

Alan has worked with a diverse range of clients from startups to ASX-listed companies, government entities, and multinational corporations. His practice focuses on delivering practical, strategic legal solutions that enable businesses to innovate while managing risk effectively.

Qualifications & Admissions

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Bachelor of Computer Science
Admitted as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of New South Wales
Member, Law Society of New South Wales
Member, Technology and Innovation Committee

Areas of Expertise

Technology Transactions

Software licensing, SaaS agreements, cloud services contracts, and technology procurement

Commercial Contracting

Complex commercial agreements, vendor negotiations, service level agreements, and contract strategy

Corporate & Commercial Law

Mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, shareholder agreements, and corporate governance

Intellectual Property

IP licensing, software IP protection, technology transfer agreements, and IP commercialization

Data Privacy & Cybersecurity

Privacy compliance, data protection, cybersecurity frameworks, and regulatory advice

Telecommunications Law

Telecommunications regulation, carrier services agreements, and industry compliance

Professional Experience

Alan has advised on hundreds of technology and telecommunications transactions throughout his career, including:

Multi-million dollar technology procurement projects for government and enterprise clients
Software licensing and SaaS agreements for leading technology companies
Mergers and acquisitions in the technology and telecommunications sectors
Capital raising and venture capital transactions for technology startups
Complex commercial disputes and contract negotiations
Regulatory compliance and risk management for telecommunications providers
Data privacy and cybersecurity incident response
Intellectual property licensing and commercialization strategies

His in-house experience includes working closely with technology teams, understanding product development lifecycles, and aligning legal strategies with business objectives. This background enables him to provide advice that is both legally sound and commercially practical.

Industry Involvement

Alan is actively involved in the technology and legal communities, regularly speaking at industry events and contributing thought leadership on technology law issues. He works closely with industry associations, startups, and established technology companies to promote best practices in technology contracting and risk management.

Approach to Legal Services

Alan's approach is characterized by:

Commercial Focus: Understanding business objectives and providing advice that enables commercial outcomes
Technical Understanding: Combining legal expertise with technical knowledge to address complex technology issues
Strategic Thinking: Anticipating challenges and opportunities in the rapidly evolving technology landscape
Clear Communication: Providing practical, understandable advice without unnecessary legal jargon
Responsive Service: Being accessible and responsive to client needs
Long-term Relationships: Building lasting partnerships based on trust and consistent results