Allen & Overy fortifies technology transactions practice with Australian duo

With over 20 years' and 15 years' experience respectively, Ravi and Dan bring extensive expertise in advising on a wide range of local Australian and cross-border matters.

Their practice spans telecommunications networks, regulatory compliance, digital transformation, and intellectual property rights, catering to a diverse clientele including Big Tech, telecommunications giants, financial institutions, and multinational corporations across various industries. Their appointment not only bolsters Allen & Overy's Asia Pacific (APAC) technology transactions practice but also enhances the firm's global capabilities in this rapidly evolving sector.

Aaron Kenavan, partner at Allen & Overy, expressed confidence in Ravi and Dan's ability to deliver cutting-edge solutions to clients, further solidifying the firm's position as a premier destination for technology, telecommunications, and IP transactions in Australia and beyond.

Victor Ho, head of A&O’s Asia Pacific Corporate practice, emphasised the strategic importance of strengthening the firm's foothold in the APAC technology landscape. Ravi and Dan's arrival aligns with Allen & Overy's vision to provide comprehensive digital solutions across the region, underscoring the firm's commitment to delivering value-added services to its clients.

Daren Orzechowski, Global co-head of technology at Allen & Overy, hailed the hiring of Ravi and Dan as a significant milestone in fortifying the firm's top-tier tech practice. Their expertise in key areas such as artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure will enhance the firm's ability to navigate complex technology-driven transactions on a global scale.

The addition of Ravi de Fonseka and Daniel Thompson to Allen & Overy's team signifies a strategic investment in expanding the firm's capabilities and reinforces its commitment to providing best-in-class legal services to clients operating in the dynamic and rapidly evolving technology sector.