Chambers Review
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TMT: Media - Netherlands
What the Team is Known For
Van Kaam Advocaten is a media boutique with a strong track record in media litigation. The law firm defends broadcasters in defamation claims, as well as advising companies and private individuals on claims of reputational damage. The team also represents clients in litigious attempts to prevent content being broadcast, as well as in disputes concerning contractual breaches.
Strengths
Van Kaam Advocaten is committed and easily accessible. The law firm has highly skilled solicitors who are always willing to contribute practical ideas.
The team of Van Kaam Advocaten is very responsive, hands-on and up to date.
Van Kaam Advocaten is extremely driven to get to grips with the subject matter. It is also excellent at analysing the weaknesses of the opposing party.
The department consists of strategic and creative thinkers and great sparring partners.
Van Kaam Advocaten has excellent knowledge of the media industry and who works there. The team can see right through strategies and advice in order to stay ahead in the game.
Work Highlights
Van Kaam Advocaten represented Graniet Import Benelux in proceedings against Zembla regarding allegations of unlawful statements in two TV broadcasts and multiple website publications.
Notable practitioners
Bertil van Kaam acts for both claimants and defendants on defamation and reputational damages cases. He also represents clients in contractual disputes, litigation concerning the unauthorised use of image rights in advertisements and attempts to prevent clients broadcasting documentaries. He also offers regulatory advice on major media projects.
Bertil van Kaam is very nice, smart and sharp. He cuts to the chase and also tells you when you should not do something, and I like that.
Jurian van Groenendaal advises corporate clients and high-profile individuals on both contentious and non-contentious media matters. He is particularly appreciated for his experience in handling disputes relating to defamation claims and freedom of expression issues.
As a lawyer, you need the quality to look beyond what is asked of you, and Jurian has that. He is an excellent lawyer.
Jurian van Groenendaal has a client-oriented attitude and offers innovative legal strategies. He is personal and strategic, as well as responsive and flexible.
Jurian van Groenendaal has a no-nonsense approach, is thoughtful, delivers high-quality work and is willing to work together with the client.
Jurian van Groenendaal is always a pleasure to deal with. He is commercially astute and a good problem-solver.