About

Provided by Visser Schaap & Kreijger

Composed of highly experienced lawyers, Visser Schaap & Kreijger is a leading firm for media, competition and IP legal advice. Jacqueline Schaap is the firm’s freedom of speech expert who has been involved in pioneering cases regarding defamation, the use of hidden cameras and programme listings. Working with renowned IP expert Dirk Visser, Ms Schaap advises on film contracts and handles disputes relating to television broadcasting. Patty de Leeuwe joined the partnership in 2022 and has a strong practice in IP enforcement and media. Joint founder Paul Kreijger advises on regulation, competition, data protection and electronic media.

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What the Team is Known For

Visser Schaap & Kreijger has a significant media department with a solid offering in defamation and freedom of speech cases, often representing journalists and publishers. The law firm handles a range of contentious matters, including copyright infringement and licensing issues.

Work Highlights

  • Visser Schaap & Kreijger represented Martijn Bolkestein in proceedings on the merits about alleged defamatory statements.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Jacqueline Schaap
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Jacqueline Schaap is regarded as a leading figure in media law. She is particularly popular with journalists and publishers, advising them on disputes concerning defamation, freedom of speech, privacy and press responsibilities.

Jacqueline Schaap has a lot of knowledge about our industry.

Jacqueline is truly top of the market. She combines exceptional legal expertise with outstanding strategic vision and judgement. She is highly pragmatic, solution-oriented and trusted to handle the most complex, high-stakes matters.

Jacqueline Schaap is an excellent lawyer. She is very knowledgeable and hands-on, and it is a pleasure working with her.

Jacqueline Schaap is the best. She has a wealth of knowledge that she effectively translates into solutions.

Jacqueline Schaap is a very skilled and practical lawyer, who is straightforward and always on point. She is easily accessible and gives honest and useful advice. We would not go to anyone else.

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Patty de Leeuwe
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Patty de Leeuwe is mandated by notable media clients to advise on defamation and privacy infringement litigation, with further experience in the prevention of television shows being aired.

Patty de Leeuwe combines precision with excellent pleading skills and has a strong ability to present arguments with clarity and conviction.

Patty de Leeuwe knows a lot about our industry.

Patty de Leeuwe's responsiveness, commitment and steady development make her a trusted adviser and a valuable asset to the team.

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Visser Schaap & Kreijger

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Netherlands

TMT: Media

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Jacqueline Schaap
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Patty de Leeuwe
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Members

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Clients

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BNN-VARA

DPG Media

Endemol Shine

ITV Netherlands

Mediahuis

RTL

Skyhigh Production

Spinnin' Records

Talpa

Universal Music

Industries

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broadcasting

entertainment

film

information

music

publishing

tv