Scott Morton advises clients on technology and trade regulations, with a particular focus on data protection, cybersecurity, AI, export controls and sanctions.
Scott works with clients ranging from global multinationals to high-growth and emerging companies on the regulatory and commercial challenges arising from the development, deployment and cross-border use of technology. His practice covers privacy and data protection compliance, AI and automated decision-making governance, cybersecurity risk management, product compliance and international data transfers.
Scott advises on the design and implementation of global privacy, data-sharing and AI governance frameworks across the UK, the EU and internationally. He supports organizations with regulatory documentation and risk assessments, including privacy notices, DPIAs, AI governance frameworks and data protection agreements. Scott further advises on the compliant design and operation of consumer-facing products and services, including website and product terms, and the use of data, analytics, digital marketing, advertising and social media technologies.
Alongside his technology regulatory work, Scott advises on international trade and sanctions compliance, particularly where trade controls intersect with technology, data, supply chains and global operations. He regularly supports clients on UK and EU sanctions, export controls, licensing, product compliance, foreign direct investment, internal compliance programs and regulatory risk assessments, including in the context of complex cross-border transactions and technology-driven business models.
Scott also advises on complex commercial and technology arrangements, including the development, licensing and assignment of intellectual property rights, as well as trademark prosecution and opposition matters.