
Data Centers and Digital Infrastructure
Data centers are essential to powering modern business operations, requiring secure, scalable, and efficient infrastructure to support rapid technological growth.
We advise owners, investors, suppliers, and enterprise clients on structuring transactions, risk management, and regulatory compliance to optimize operations and drive long-term success.
In today’s digital economy, robust and efficient data centers are crucial. Perkins Coie offers comprehensive legal services tailored to the unique needs of data center stakeholders, including hyperscalers, colocation providers, enterprise operators, and investors. Our multidisciplinary team combines deep industry knowledge with legal experience to support clients throughout the data center lifecycle.
We assist clients throughout every stage of the data center lifecycle, from site selection and real estate acquisitions to energy procurement, connectivity, permitting, and critical infrastructure agreements. Our lawyers guide clients through regulatory compliance, aligning with evolving industry standards and government policies. We advise on technology transactions, mergers, acquisitions, and investments, helping clients structure strategic deals that enhance their market position.
We help clients mitigate risks related to intellectual property, cybersecurity, and data privacy. Our team also provides counsel on supply chain management, operations, and contractual frameworks to optimize efficiency and long-term resilience.
With a proven track record of successfully guiding clients through complex data center projects across the United States, we understand the importance of uptime, security, and scalability. We are committed to delivering legal solutions that align with our clients’ strategic objectives.
Whether developing new facilities, expanding existing networks, or ensuring compliance in an increasingly regulated environment, our firm delivers strategic legal counsel to help data center clients thrive in a rapidly evolving digital world.
How we help clients
- Identify and secure ideal locations
- Draft contracts and oversee project execution
- Optimize power sourcing and green initiatives
- Navigate legal requirements and approvals
- Structure agreements for fiber and bandwidth
- Negotiate contracts for critical tech services
- Facilitate strategic growth and transactions
- Safeguard proprietary technology and innovations
- Advise on compliance and risk mitigation
- Enhance vendor relationships and efficiency
- Strengthen physical and cyber protections
Site Control & Development (Real Estate, Land Use, and Environmental Permitting)
Energy Supply & Power Infrastructure
Construction
Capital Raising
Mergers & Acquisitions
Technology Transactions
Intellectual Property
Privacy & Security
Labor & Employment
Supply Chain Frameworks
Our Team

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