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Nathan is a commercial solicitor and Partner in our Newcastle office, with particular experience in respect of ICT (Information and Communications Technology) and data protection.

Throughout his career so far, Nathan has undertaken a number of secondments and dedicated retainer arrangements with organisations such as SAP, KCOM, Nissan and Arriva, along with periods covering sole in-house counsel and data protection manager roles.

Nathan’s experience includes preparing and negotiating software licences and SAAS subscription agreements, along with being involved in software development projects. For telecoms clients, his wide experience has ranged from fibre installation contracts to provision of premium-rate phone services, VOIP and broadband offerings.

In respect of data protection, Nathan has advised organisations on UK GDPR and GDPR compliance, provided detailed training and advised on data breaches and detailed subject access requests.

Nathan also has considerable experience preparing terms and conditions for the sale and purchase of goods and services (including digital products), and preparing shareholders’ agreements and partnership agreements. Nathan regularly reports on risk to clients in respect of large-scale procurements, including the provision of goods and services to the public sector.

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  • I work closely with Nathan Bilton, who is very good to work with. He takes time to go through the legal points in detail and is very commercial in pointing out potential risks and concerns in legal documents. He's always on hand to help resolve queries and move agreements along.

    Legal 500, 2027

  • For me, Nathan explains the legal "wording" / "parts" in simple language to me. He's very good at running through agreements and pointing out what we need to do or where we need to push back, etc. I think his manner is good too, not arrogant but very friendly and helpful. Can't say enough good things about him.

    Legal 500, 2027

  • I've used quite a few lawyers for my commercial work; however, Nathan is the one who immediately understands the business context, which ultimately saves so much back and forth.

    Legal 500, 2027

  • Nathan Bilton stands out for his depth of experience and genuine fluency in technology. What differentiates him from many in the market is that his understanding goes beyond the legal framework—he clearly grasps how technology works in practice, from systems and data to implementation realities. His knowledge is both broad and current, which is critical in a space that evolves as quickly as TMT.

    Legal 500, 2027

  • Nathan is able to engage credibly with technical teams while still providing clear, structured legal advice—bridging a gap that many firms struggle to close. What is particularly notable is his personal passion for the subject matter. It is evident in the way he approaches problems, stays ahead of developments, and brings energy and curiosity into his work. This translates into advice that is not only well-informed, but forward-looking and commercially relevant. Overall, it is this combination of technical understanding, depth of experience, and genuine enthusiasm for the space that sets him apart from competitors.

    Legal 500, 2027

  • Nathan Bilton has been a great contact, and I have utilized him in my business over many years. His knowledge and guidance in terms of contract work, as well as around GDPR, have been a real positive for us.

    Legal 500, 2027

  • Nathan Bilton listens to our requirements diligently and drafts exceptionally accurate agreements with often little or no amends being required. Nathan is extremely likeable and personable, which helped enormously whilst negotiating with the customers in-house legal team. The knowledge that Nathan possesses of our unique industry is second to none.

    Legal 500 2025

  • We worked with Nathan Bilton on some data privacy law advice. I felt he went beyond what might be expected by showing flexibility in coming to our offices at a time which suited us. The workshop he ran was very well received by a group of our employees at management level - I wouldn't hesitate in using or recommending Nathan again for similar work in the future.'

    Legal 500 2025