About

Provided by Kennedy Van der Laan

We have the largest dedicated TMT team in the Netherlands and are acknowledged as one of the leading and most innovative group, with tier one rankings in all relevant areas: IT/Tech, privacy and Media. 

Kennedy Van de Laan  is a full service firm with a clear focus on the TMT industry. We service many multinational clients who are leaders in their field, including social media, tech companies, publishers, ISPs, radio and tv, tv and movie producers, retail companies and luxury brands.


Chambers Review

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TMT: Media - Netherlands

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Kennedy Van der Laan boasts market-leading expertise in several areas of TMT, particularly regarding media regulations and IT outsourcing. The law firm handles a number of high-profile media disputes relating to the publication of misinformation, copyright infringements, defamation claims and advertising litigation. The team is also highly esteemed for its work in the technology sector, advising top global, domestic and municipal clients on outsourcing and procurement agreements, the launch of new platforms, opening new data centres and licensing contracts. Kennedy Van der Laan also represents clients in telecommunications matters, including disputes on regulations and strategic frequency auctions. It also acts on data privacy matters, advising clients on the use of biometric data and data sharing agreements, as well as representing clients regarding alleged breaches of GDPR and cyberattacks.

Work Highlights

Provided by Kennedy Van der Laan

  • Kennedy Van der Laan represented NRC in litigation proceedings against Claessen Tankcleaning in relation to unlawful publication claims.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Jens van den Brink
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Jens van den Brink
1
Band 1

Jens van den Brink is regarded as one of the leading media law specialists in the Netherlands, representing social media platforms and major global media corporations. He has a strong focus on contentious matters, representing clients in defamation cases, attempts to prevent the publication of misinformation and disputes relating to advertising.

Jens van den Brink is a good lawyer. He is a smart guy and a very eager litigator.

Jens van den Brink is the best lawyer if you have media litigation.

Jens van den Brink is a safe pair of hands who has seen it all.

Judica Krikke
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Judica Krikke
1
Band 1

Judica Krikke is a market-leading lawyer in the field of IT. She represents clients in technology sector disputes and in the negotiation of supply agreements and outsourcing contracts. She has experience in procurement tenders and advising on regulatory compliance.

Judica Krikke stands out in all aspects.

Hester De Vries
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Hester De Vries
2
Band 2

Hester De Vries is well regarded in the field of privacy and data protection. In addition to her experience in data sharing mandates, she regularly represents clients in GDPR disputes and advises on the use of biometric data under data privacy regulations.

Hester De Vries has been really impressive.

Hester De Vries really is a fantastic lawyer. She is the driving force of the Kennedy Van der Laan data protection practice.

Patrick Wit
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Patrick Wit
2
Band 2

Patrick Wit often advises on technology procurement mandates and IT outsourcing agreements, as well as assisting with the regulatory aspects of launching new technology platforms.

Quirine Tjeenk Willink
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Quirine Tjeenk Willink
2
Band 2

Quirine Tjeenk Willink maintains an excellent reputation with notable telecommunications clients, supporting both domestic and global market players. She is recognised for her depth of experience in litigation relating to spectrum auctions, while also advising on regulations and licensing for operators and radio broadcasters.

Quirine Tjeenk Willink is a truly excellent lawyer who is very highly regarded.

Quirine Tjeenk Willink is an extremely strong and very skilled lawyer. She is extremely smart and fast.

Reinoud Westerdijk
2
Reinoud Westerdijk
2
Band 2

Reinoud Westerdijk assists top industry players from the technology sector with negotiating licensing agreements and regulatory advice. Additionally, he advises on data-related matters such as access requests and privacy issues.

Reinoud Westerdijk is an excellent IT lawyer.

Joost Schmaal
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Joost Schmaal
3
Band 3

Joost Schmaal assists clients with both contentious and non-contentious matters in the technology sector, representing clients in drafting IT contracts, as well as in disputes with suppliers regarding breaches of contract, failed system implementations and liability claims. Additionally, he advises on outsourcing of services and IT infrastructure, including cloud-based software delivery.

Joost Schmaal is very mature, experienced and a real pleasure to work with. He is also very responsive, knowledgeable and able to analyse matters in a very professional way.

Joost Schmaal is great to work with.

He is really smart and nice.

Joran Spauwen
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Joran Spauwen
3
Band 3

Joran Spauwen is well regarded in the field of media and communications. He advises clients on contentious matters such as anti-piracy action, media regulations and defamation. He also assists with matters relating to freedom of information, market entry and contractual advice.

Joran Spauwen is an absolutely brilliant lawyer with a bright future.

Joran Spauwen is a lawyer who is able to act as a trusted adviser. He is genuinely interested in the client's business and is extremely knowledgeable, flexible, creative and pragmatic.

Joran Spauwen was quick on his feet and did a marvelous job.

Ranked Lawyers at
Kennedy Van der Laan

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Netherlands

TMT: Data Protection

Hester De Vries
2
Hester De Vries
2
Band 2
TMT: IT & IT Outsourcing

Judica Krikke
1
Judica Krikke
1
Band 1
Patrick Wit
2
Patrick Wit
2
Band 2
Reinoud Westerdijk
2
Reinoud Westerdijk
2
Band 2
Joost Schmaal
3
Joost Schmaal
3
Band 3
TMT: Media

Jens van den Brink
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Jens van den Brink
1
Band 1
Joran Spauwen
3
Joran Spauwen
3
Band 3
TMT: Telecommunications

Quirine Tjeenk Willink
2
Quirine Tjeenk Willink
2
Band 2

Members

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Christoph Jeloschek

Hester De Vries

Hester De Vries

Head of Department

Jens van den Brink

Jens van den Brink

Head of Department

Joost Schmaal

Joran Spauwen

Judica Krikke

Reinoud Westerdijk

Clients

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ABN Amro

Ahold Delhaize

De Persgroep

Facebook

Fox

Group M

Microsoft

NRC Media

Nike

TMG

TNT

Industries

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Construction

Fashion

Finance

Healthcare

Insurance

Media

Public Sector

Real Estate

Retail

Technology