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Brinkhof

TMT: Data Protection

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Brinkhof

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TMT: Data Protection - Netherlands

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Brinkhof has a standout reputation across the full range of the TMT sector, offering market-leading expertise in matters concerning data protection, media law, telecommunications projects and technology regulations. The law firm advises on a number of high-profile and contentious data privacy matters, including the right to be forgotten, data breaches, the processing of data of minors and the use of website cookies. Additionally, the law firm acts on data exchanges and the use of data in live streaming, as well as advising on regulatory investigations and compliance. Brinkhof is a popular choice with media sector clients, representing them in highly publicised litigation concerning disinformation, defamation and freedom of information, as well as disputes relating to jurisdictional issues. The team advises clients on media regulations and drafting contracts. Brinkhof is also highly sought after for IT outsourcing matters, including licensing agreements and contract negotiations, but also in litigation proceedings. Moreover, the law firm handles complex matters in the telecommunications sector, including compliance with both Dutch and EU regulations and the roll-out of 5G and broadband networks. Additionally, team members represent clients in licence fee disputes.

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Work Highlights

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  • Brinkhof acted for PNO Media Pensioenfonds on a project involving the outsourcing of its core pension administration platform.

Strengths

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  • Brinkhof combines deep legal knowledge with a pragmatic approach that is appreciated.

    TMT: Data Protection respondentEurope

  • Brinkhof combines in-depth knowledge with practical advice. The team realises that there is a commercial reality alongside the legal reality.

    TMT: Data Protection respondentEurope

  • Brinkhof's team is incredibly legally savvy, direct and collaborative.

    TMT: Data Protection respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Eliane de Vilder
    Eliane de Vilder

    Eliane de Vilder

    Eliane de Vilder offers deep expertise advising clients on IT outsourcing and licensing agreements, as well as representing them in contentious outsourcing mandates.

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  • Quinten Kroes
    Quinten Kroes

    Quinten Kroes

    Quinten Kroes is one of the leading data protection and telecommunications lawyers in the Netherlands, with particular experience acting for clients on contentious cases, such as defending data protection enforcement proceedings and commercial disputes regarding fibre network infrastructure. He assists clients with GDPR compliance, data-sharing regulations and the impact of data protection regulations on streaming. Quinten Kroes also advises on compliance with Dutch and EU telecommunications regulations, as well as representing them in licence fee disputes and matters concerning the 5G roll-out in the Netherlands.

    • Quinten Kroes is at the top of his game.

      TMT: Data Protection respondentEurope

    • Quinten Kroes is very knowledgeable, has good business sense and is nice to work with.

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  • Remy Chavannes
    Remy Chavannes

    Remy Chavannes

    Remy Chavannes is one of the top media regulatory lawyers in the Netherlands. He has a strong focus on contentious matters, representing clients in defamation claims, copyright infringements, disputes over jurisdiction and freedom of information litigation. He also advises on online content distribution, performing rights and the right to be forgotten.

    • Remy Chavannes is everything that you would want your lawyer to be.

      TMT: Data Protection respondentEurope

    • Remy Chavannes' broad and deep knowledge of the law is undisputed. He understands our business and has a very down-to-earth approach that works well with both legal and commercial stakeholders.

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  • Wieke van Angeren
    Wieke van Angeren

    Wieke van Angeren

    Wieke van Angeren assists clients with IT outsourcing agreements and contractual negotiations. Additionally, she advises on compliance with AI and GDPR regulations and software implementation.

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  • Dorien Verhulst
    Dorien Verhulst

    Dorien Verhulst

    Dorien Verhulst advises media and technology sector clients on litigation concerning the presentation of disinformation, liability for content provided by third-party advertisers and the right to be forgotten. She is also experienced in working with a range of media companies on regulatory matters.

    • Dorien Verhulst is very knowledgeable and a pleasant person to work with.

      TMT: Data Protection respondentEurope

    • Dorien Verhulst is an excellent lawyer who is very practical and crisp in her analysis. She is able to structure and drive forward complex matters.

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  • Anke Strijbos
    Anke Strijbos

    Anke Strijbos

    Anke Strijbos supports major Dutch and global media companies with regulatory advice, copyright law and freedom of information issues. She also represents clients in litigation concerning performing rights contracts and the right to be forgotten.

    • Anke Strijbos is a smart, witty and very pragmatic lawyer. She is a great litigator and genuinely a joy to work with.

      TMT: Data Protection respondentEurope
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  • Teun Burgers
    Teun Burgers

    Teun Burgers

    Teun Burgers excels in assisting clients with contractual negotiations and outsourcing agreements. He is also experienced in handling contentious IT matters.

    • Teun Burgers is excellent and I highly recommend him.

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