Europe Guide 2026 : Netherlands
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Provided by Houthoff
Houthoff's experienced Technology, Media & Telecom team is made up of a large number of lawyers with in-depth knowledge of IT, internet, fintech, e-commerce and privacy law. Houthoff assists many players in the TMT market, including internet companies, ICT providers and buyers, telecom companies and innovative tech companies.
Clients engage Houthoff's TMT specialists to review and draft outsourcing agreements, software licences, service level agreements (SLAs), processing agreements, project agreements and agreements regarding the development of software, the purchase of hardware and the use of cloud services. Due to the importance of a properly functioning IT structure, extensive knowledge of IT is required – knowledge that more and more companies are outsourcing or insourcing.
Domestic and foreign companies seek the assistance of the TMT Team in seminal mergers and acquisitions. In practice, complex IT projects have an above-average risk of failure. The TMT specialists have the knowledge and many years of experience, including in litigation, to significantly reduce this risk.
The processing and security of personal data is important in the IT sector. Companies need to be aware of the risk of heavy fines for violations of the General Data Protection Regulation from May 2018. Houthoff's TMT Team assesses whether clients are compliant with laws and regulations.
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Houthoff has a strong focus on IT contracting and e-commerce matters, as well as assisting with regulatory compliance and consumer protection mandates. It has an impressive number of clients from the automotive industry, in addition to experience with e-commerce and technology groups. The law firm also represents clients in a number of IT sector disputes, including over liability for failed projects.
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Houthoff advised WeTransfer on new terms of use for the European market.
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We appreciate Houthoff's knowledge of legislation and current developments. The team is easy to approach, available and offers good support.
Houthoff stands out for its accessibility and proactive approach.
Houthoff's advice is practical, commercially minded and tailored to our industry context, which makes it much easier to apply in real decision making.
Houthoff has good knowledge of our industry, excellent legal skills and the ability to support us in keeping a good overview in complex matters.
Houthoff has a very quick understanding of the content. You can feel that the lawyers are comfortable in their area of expertise.
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Thomas de Weerd often assists clients from the automotive industry with e-commerce and compliance matters. He also represents clients in contentious matters regarding consumer protection and failed IT projects. He has further experience in domain name registration cases.
Thomas de Weerd works easily on detailed legal texts and keeps an oversight on complex projects. He is an excellent communicator.
Thomas de Weerd is a very responsive lawyer.
Jurre Reus boasts an impressive clientele comprising automotive and manufacturing companies for which he provides advice on a range of IT-related services, including platform maintenance, outsourcings and licensing agreements. He also acts for clients on contractual disputes, compliance with the Digital Services Act and data protection mandates.
Jurre Reus provides a top-notch service.
Jurre Reus is very knowledgeable, approachable and proactive.
TMT: Data Protection
TMT: IT & IT Outsourcing
TMT: IT & IT Outsourcing
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Richard Witvliet
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