Alan Arnott

Alan Arnott is a seasoned principal lawyer with a robust focus on technology law. Holding degrees in both law and computer science, he adeptly navigates the complexities facing clients in the technology and telecommunications sectors. Alan is adept at advising on intricate contractual arrangements and has a wealth of experience in preparing and negotiating diverse technology and telecommunications agreements, including licensing, supply, distribution, reseller, joint venture, and shareholder agreements. He provides invaluable insights to tech and telco businesses, guiding clients through commercial technology transactions and dispute resolutions. Alan is a trusted representative for high-value, hi-tech deals, and commercial disputes. As the founder and managing partner of Arnotts Technology Lawyers, Alan is esteemed as a trusted legal advisor to senior technology executives, enhancing the legal, commercial, and financial outcomes of their organisations. With two decades of experience, he expertly represents both technology suppliers and customers in negotiations and dispute resolutions, consistently achieving successful outcomes. Alan’s dual qualifications in law and computer science equip him to swiftly identify and tackle critical issues in any commercial contract negotiation. In addition to his role at Arnotts Technology Lawyers, Alan founded DocuStream, an innovative online service that simplifies access to high-tech legal document templates. DocuStream uses document automation technology to tailor templates to user responses, providing an efficient and accessible way for clients to obtain legal documents alongside a limited amount of free legal advice. Alan's early legal career included a tenure at Deacons, where he gained foundational experience. He is a graduate of Macquarie University, with a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, complemented by a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from the NSW College of Law and international studies in law at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.