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DLA Piper LLP

TMT

Europe Guide 2026 : Belgium


DLA Piper LLP

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Chambers Review

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TMT - Belgium

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper has a leading team that offers clients expertise in IT-related matters, including licensing issues, service agreements and large IT outsourcing projects, as well as litigious cases relating to contractual terminations. The lawyers act for a host of clients, including multinational corporations, national bodies and financial institutions. It is well placed to handle contentious data protection matters, as well as data breaches and GDPR compliance. The law firm further advises on media topics, including neighbouring rights, advertising issues and gaming compliance.

Work Highlights

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  • DLA Piper advised benerail on the negotiation of a strategic technical connection agreement with Deutsche Bahn.

Strengths

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  • The law firm is very knowledgeable about new technologies and has experts in various domains.

    TMT respondentEurope
  • We are so grateful for DLA Piper's support. The lawyers are incredibly responsive and always provide on-point guidance.

    TMT respondentEurope
  • The team is very pragmatic, hands-on and available. We always find a solution.

    TMT respondentEurope
  • DLA Piper takes the time to understand the matter and the impacts on our business.

    TMT respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Kristof De Vulder
    Band 1Kristof De Vulder

    Kristof De Vulder

    Kristof De Vulder assists clients with a broad scope of IT mandates, including outsourcing contracts, licensing mandates and software applications. Clients also rely on his advice concerning digital transformation projects, cloud services and legislative changes. He has further experience representing clients in contentious matters relating to contractual breaches.

    • I consider Kristof De Vulder to be the best lawyer for IT topics in Belgium.

      TMT respondentEurope
    • Kristof De Vulder is the number one IT lawyer in Belgium. He is a true IT expert.

      TMT respondentEurope
    • He is pragmatic, open and very knowledgeable about all new regulations.

      TMT respondentEurope
    • Kristof De Vulder provides an excellent service. He is tech-savvy and a good negotiator.

      TMT respondentEurope
  • Up and ComingHeidi Waem
    Up and ComingHeidi Waem

    Heidi Waem

    Heidi Waem displays strength across data protection and cybersecurity matters, advising on GDPR compliance, data processing and privacy breaches. She also provides support with AI-related issues in the space.

    • Heidi Waem provides clear advice.

      TMT respondentEurope

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