About

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Crowell & Moring’s multidisciplinary TMT practice covers a broad spectrum of information technology (IT), media and telecommunications related issues. We advise on commercial and transactional, regulatory and compliance, corporate and M&A, competition, outsourcing, employment, intellectual property and dispute resolution matters.


Recognized as a leader among Belgium’s TMT law firms, our multidisciplinary practice relies on seamless collaboration to help clients address a broad spectrum of issues. We represent network operators and service providers, broadcasters, operators of broadband cable and telephony, internet and digital television operators, social network operators, computer hardware and software manufacturers, online retailers, gambling software vendors, and online and land-based bookmakers.

We represent these companies in complex IT contracting and litigation matters and we regularly negotiate and/or litigate deals in the telecommunications sector. We provide advice on a broad range of Media & Entertainment issues, ranging from broadcaster carriage agreements to freedom of expression issues, to issues related to audiovisual production agreements or artist management deals. We also set up global privacy compliance projects for multinational clients and advise on privacy issues arising in e-discovery, outsourcing and digital direct marketing.





Chambers Review

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TMT - Belgium

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

The highly regarded team at Crowell & Moring offers substantial experience assisting clients with launching online platforms, network access obligations and licensing agreements. The law firm advises clients on broadcasting agreements and matters relating to 5G, as well as gambling, advertising and AI support. The TMT group often collaborates closely with the law firm's other departments to advise on transactions, as well as intellectual property and competition issues. It also has experience advising on data protection matters, including cyber breaches, data processing agreements and compliance-related mandates.

Work Highlights

  • Crowell & Moring assisted the DKBUZA with establishing a Belgian non-profit association to provide a platform and guidance for companies active in the entertainment and technology industry.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Sari Depreeuw
Sari Depreeuw
Spotlight

Sari Depreeuw is well regarded for her TMT practice, in particular her work for broadcasters, music groups and technology companies on media law. She offers expertise in AI legislation, copyright-related advice and contractual agreements, including broadcasting rights.

Sari Depreeuw's advice was very detailed, taking into account all angles and potential issues.

Sari Depreeuw is simply amazing. She is a sharp-minded lawyer with high communication skill and a focus on our interests.

Sari Depreeuw delivers skilfully drafted briefs and convincing arguments.

Thomas De Meese
Thomas De Meese
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Thomas De Meese assists domestic telecoms sector clients with a variety of matters. He often represents clients in network sharing matters, infrastructure projects and disputes concerning licensing agreements.

Thomas De Meese is the leading lawyer in the field.

Thomas De Meese is very approachable, direct and hands on. I like the way he works.

Thomas De Meese's knowledge is super broad. He will give his first thoughts on a matter and he is always right.

He is pragmatic and not afraid to make a decision.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Belgium

TMT: Media

Sari Depreeuw
Sari Depreeuw
Spotlight
TMT: Telecommunications

Thomas De Meese
Thomas De Meese
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Members

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Arthur Focquet

Benjamin Geisel

Cyriel Danneels

Edward Taelman

Flavie Van Maldegem

Frederik Van Remoortel

Jan-Diederik Lindemans

Head of Department

Julie van Hevele

Karel Bourgeois

Karl Stas

Margaux Dejonghe

Marieke Van Nieuwenborgh

Sander Vogt

Sari Depreeuw

Head of Department

Thomas De Meese

Thomas De Meese

Head of Department

Clients

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Backcatalogue

DPG Media

Dutch Filmworks

Dutch Filmworks International Holding

Electronic Arts

European Gaming and Betting Association

Event Confederation

IPM Group

Play Media

Telenet

Tomorrowland

Unibet

Universal Music

Industries

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Betting & Gambling

Betting & Gambling

Broadcasters

Consumer Electronics

Consumer Products

Emerging technologies

Events sector

Gaming

Information Technology

Internet and E-Commerce

Life Sciences/Biotechnology

Media & Entertainment

Telecommunications