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bureau Brandeis possesses unrivaled knowledge in the field of telecoms, media, defamation, competition and administrative law. The lawyers in our TMT-department command knowledge in these four fields which gives our firm a step ahead against our competitors.


Telecoms

bureau Brandeis also has ample experience in litigating and advising on complex regulatory matters, for instance in relation to rights of way, access, frequencies, price regulation and market analysis decisions in both the telecoms and postal sectors. It also frequently represents TMT-companies on competition law issues.


Defamation/Media

bureau Brandeis is one of a very law firms in the Netherlands with a key focus on defamation law. The firm represents both sides of the equation. It represents Hearst Netherlands as a defendants in cases in which claims are made that the magazine Quote violates the reputation of others. The firm also has a track record in representing those who are victims of the media, including social media and so-called juice channels. bureau Brandeis has built up a particular name and reputation as leaders in everything to do with the areas of digital copyright and internet liability, and is widely considered as on the Netherland’s leaders in these fields. bureau Brandeis has also been involved in the most important digital initiatives in the Dutch entertainment industry, such as VOD platforms Netflix, RTL/Videoland and Pathé Thuis. 

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TMT: Telecommunications - Netherlands

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What the Team is Known For

bureau Brandeis has a reputed media practice representing an array of local and international clients, including well-known publishers, broadcasters and streaming platforms. The law firm often advises clients on regulatory matters and also has a strong focus on contractual mandates, including publishing agreements, sponsorship agreements and advertising contracts. The team assists clients with media licence applications and film distribution mandates, as well as representing clients in contentious cases concerning the right to report. Additionally, its lawyers have telecommunications expertise sought by clients including radio broadcasters and cable operators. The law firm is experienced in assisting with telecommunications regulations, both in a contentious capacity and advisory.

Work Highlights

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  • bureau Brandeis advised Talpa Radio on a range of regulatory matters, including licence compliance litigation, broadcasting enforcement and the awarding of licences.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Christiaan A Alberdingk Thijm
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Christiaan A Alberdingk Thijm
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Christiaan Alberdingk Thijm advises media sector clients on regulatory issues, including trade mark and copyright compliance. He also represents clients in high-profile contentious matters, such as the right of journalists to report on criminal cases and public defamation proceedings.

He is well known and excellent.

We have been very happy with Christiaan Alberdingk Thijm.

Christiaan Alberdingk Thijm is highly regarded in the market.

Christiaan Alberdingk Thijm is an amazing individual.

Christiaan Alberdingk Thijm is simply bright and has a strategic mind.

Machteld Robichon
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Machteld Robichon
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Machteld Robichon advises clients on compliance with telecommunications and media regulations, applications for licences and negotiating sponsorship and advertising agreements.

Knowledge is her strength.

Her level of service, sophistication and commercial vision are outstanding.

Machteld Robichon is a very skilled and experienced lawyer.

Machteld Robichon is very friendly, enthusiastic, proactive and reliable.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Netherlands

TMT: Media

Christiaan A Alberdingk Thijm
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Christiaan A Alberdingk Thijm
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Machteld Robichon
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Machteld Robichon
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TMT: Telecommunications

Machteld Robichon
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Machteld Robichon
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Members

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Bas Braeken

Bas Braeken

Head of Department

Machteld Robichon

Machteld Robichon

Head of Department