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Visser Schaap & Kreijger

Intellectual Property: General - Mostly Trade Mark/Copyright

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Visser Schaap & Kreijger

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Clients (12)

  • Brein
  • MPA
  • Talpa
  • DPG Media
  • Singel Publishers
  • Heineken
  • NestlĂ©
  • Jumbo
  • Endemol Shine
  • Universal Music
  • Van Gogh Museum
  • H&M

Industries (7)

  • design
  • retail
  • fashion
  • consumergoods
  • media
  • publishing
  • information

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Intellectual Property: General - Mostly Trade Mark/Copyright - Netherlands

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Visser Schaap & Kreijger has a strong focus on trade mark and copyright infringement proceedings. The law firm handles a broad range of intellectual property matters, with notable experience in neighbouring rights, as well as acting on anti-piracy regulations. The team is particularly popular with clients from the media and entertainment sector. Team members also have experience handling disputes concerning advertising regulations and press publishing rights.

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Work Highlights

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  • Visser Schaap & Kreijger represented DPG Media and Mediahuis in litigation proceedings against HowardsHome concerning press publishing rights.

Strengths

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  • The lawyers are experts in their field and, due to their understanding of our business, give excellent advice that is tailored well to our needs.

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  • Visser Schaap & Kreijger offers deep expertise combined with a strong understanding of the broader commercial context, making it a valuable partner for both complex IP issues and strategic advice.

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  • I have the best impression of the law firm on all aspects, from its knowledge and excellent communication to everyone being a pleasure to work with. Its services really are superb.

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  • Visser Schaap & Kreijger adopts a professional, substantive and pragmatic approach.

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  • The Visser Schaap & Kreijger team has strong and substantial knowledge and provides me with very realistic advice and insights.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Arnout Groen
    Arnout Groen

    Arnout Groen

    Arnout Groen has a strong focus on copyright matters, including advising technology sector clients on disputes concerning copyright levies and representing media companies in litigation concerning payments for the use of copyrighted material. He also assists clients with trade mark and design rights mandates. He joined Visser Schaap & Kreijger in November 2025 after having worked previously at AC&R.

    • Arnout Groen is a joy to work with. It is obvious that he just intrinsically loves a puzzle. He has the ability to own it in no time, unriddle it and then he will let you in on the secrets.

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    • Arnout Groen is a truly pleasant and personable professional to work with. He combines a friendly, approachable manner with outstanding legal acumen.

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    • Much like a skilled chess player, he has a keen ability to read the opposing party and is almost always several moves ahead in his responses.

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    • You can see in his eyes that he really enjoys the nitty-gritty part of the law but can translate it into something usable for normal business folk.

      Intellectual Property: General - Mostly Trade Mark/Copyright respondentEurope

    • He shows a clear understanding of our operation and is adept at proposing solutions that are not only legally sound but also commercially viable.

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  • Dirk Visser
    Dirk Visser

    Dirk Visser

    Dirk Visser is highly sought after by media sector clients for copyright and anti-piracy matters. He also offers notable expertise in neighbouring rights disputes and domain name cases.

    • Dirk Visser is amazing in all aspects.

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    • Dirk Visser is a leading expert in his field and invests a lot of time and effort in keeping his clients up to date on development in this field.

      Intellectual Property: General - Mostly Trade Mark/Copyright respondentEurope

    • He has great common and commercial sense which is a great combination with his knowledge.

      Intellectual Property: General - Mostly Trade Mark/Copyright respondentEurope

    • Dirk Visser is analytically brilliant and also very creative for legal advice. He excels in complex matters and finds legal solutions where others would see dead ends.

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    • Dirk Visser is by far the best in making highly complicated matters easy.

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  • Jacqueline Schaap
    Jacqueline Schaap

    Jacqueline Schaap

    Jacqueline Schaap often acts for clients on copyright infringement cases. She also represents clients in trade mark infringement proceedings and neighbouring rights matters.

    • Jacqueline Schaap has a sharp sense of what really matters to the business and always brings a strategic, forward-looking perspective to the table. Her advice is clear, pragmatic and tailored.

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    • Jacqueline Schaap always provides valuable advice and can handle complicated cross-border advice.

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    • She knows our business through and through and we trust her judgement.

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    • Her ability to grasp not only the legal nuances but also the broader commercial context makes her stand out.

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    • Her commitment to quality and results is unwavering. I consider her a trusted adviser and a real asset in any complex or high-stakes matter.

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  • Patty de Leeuwe
    Patty de Leeuwe

    Patty de Leeuwe

    Patty de Leeuwe represents notable Dutch and multinational clients in infringement proceedings concerning trade marks, copyrights and neighbouring rights. She provides additional experience in domain name issues.

    • She has sharp legal insight and a strong sense of responsibility. Over time, she has become a go-to adviser who I can rely on for sound, balanced and well-considered advice.

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    • Patty de Leeuwe provides us with good service and advises us on the commercial impact on our business.

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    • Patty de Leeuwe is very approachable and easy to work with. She is a good sparring partner when I need to discuss IP questions.

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    • Patty de Leeuwe is fast, realistic, pragmatic and very strong on a subject knowledge level. She is always well prepared, thorough and insightful. She is my favourite lawyer.

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    • She perfectly understands what we need and what works for us. She has a practical approach and is very pleasant to work with.

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