TMT: Media - Netherlands
What the team is known for
Boekx Advocaten is a boutique Dutch law firm with expertise in highly publicised media disputes, including representing clients in collective actions and advising both claimants and defendants on the use of privacy law to prevent programmes being broadcast. The team assists clients with the negotiation of licence and production agreements. Team members also act for clients on disputes over false advertising and on issues surrounding image rights infringements.
Strengths
"I have been particularly impressed by the sharp analytical, creative and strategic way the lawyers handle complex disputes."
Work highlights
Boekx Advocaten represented Picnic in its long-running dispute with Max Verstappen for the use of a lookalike in a parody video, defending against Verstappen's claim for damages over alleged infringed image rights.
Notable practitioners
Matthijs Kaaks advises a number of high-profile individuals on defamation claims. He also assists clients with advertising disputes, particularly the use of image rights. "He is an extraordinarily creative and sharp lawyer; a superb litigator who is always fully committed."
