LAWYER PROFILE

Elisabeth Thole

Europe 2026

Van Doorne

Ranked in 1 practice area

TMT: Data Protection

Netherlands

12 years ranked

About

Provided by Van Doorne

Europe

Practice Areas

Partner and Head of Privacy Team. Extensively experienced in assisting clients with complex, high risk, cross-border data related matters.

Career

PhD (1991) on software copyright. Dr. Elisabeth Thole began practising law in 1991, joining Van Doorne in 1998. She authored many publications on privacy and IT related aspects. Editor of 'Tijdschrift voor Internetrecht' (Journal for Internet Law) and former editor of 'Privacy & Informatie' (Privacy & Information). Board member of the Netherlands Association of Privacy Lawyers (VPR-A), Member of the Complaints and Appeals Board for .nl domain names (College voor Klachten en Beroep, SIDN), former board member of the Netherlands Association of IT lawyers (VIRA), former Vice-President of the UIA Privacy Commission and Member of the Netherlands Privacy Law Association (VPR) and ITechlaw.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers European Guide

TMT: Data Protection - Netherlands

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Elisabeth Thole is a popular choice among local and multinational clients for advice on data protection compliance, cybersecurity, investigations and data privacy matters. She acts particularly for clients in the financial services and healthcare sectors.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

With outstanding knowledge, leadership skills, political sensitivity and grace, Elisabeth Thole proves to be the best possible choice for complex and delicate matters.
TMT: Data ProtectionChambers European Guide
Elisabeth Thole is excellent. She is sharp, very customer-focused, thinks along with us and clearly articulates the various elements.
TMT: Data ProtectionChambers European Guide
She immediately impresses with her gravitas and cool manner, while her calm and measured advice, which builds upon and responds to the information she is provided with, delivers confidence and trust in her guidance.
TMT: Data ProtectionChambers European Guide
She is always accessible and highly professional in interactions. She brings deep expertise in her area of law, which is evident in the clarity and confidence of her advice.
TMT: Data ProtectionChambers European Guide
Elisabeth Thole is decisive, quick to respond, professional and clear in her communication.
TMT: Data ProtectionChambers European Guide