LAWYER PROFILE

Özer Zivali

Europe 2026

Van Doorne

Ranked in 1 practice area

TMT: Data Protection

Netherlands

2 years ranked

About

Provided by Van Doorne

Practice Areas

Privacy & Data

Career

Özer makes a difference by flawlessly connecting the technological aspects to legal ones and finding creative solutions. When clients are under the most pressure, like when there has been a data breach that strikes at the organisation’s core, he helps them in a controlled and effective manner.

Due to his extensive experience in assisting clients in complex and often cross-border privacy & data issues, including claims and litigation, Özer is quick to assess the risks accurately and to translate them into practical advice. As a result, he provides direction in determining the best strategy and clients can rely on him to put their interests first.

Özer personally sees reliability, commitment and transparency as important values, not only in handling cases, but also for achieving social progress.

Professional Memberships

Özer is member of the Dutch Privacy Lawyers Association

(Vereniging Privacyrecht Advocaten; VPR-A)

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers European Guide

TMT: Data Protection - Netherlands

Up and Coming

Individual Editorial

Özer Zivali advises on a range of matters, including cybersecurity support, data processing agreements and data protection compliance. He also has experience in leading data access-related disputes.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Özer Zivali is a strong team player who delivers advice with quiet assurance. He works at pace in difficult situations and helps to bring a sense of order and structure to complex situations.
TMT: Data ProtectionChambers European Guide
Özer Zivali is a very good privacy expert with excellent communication skills and a client-focused mindset.
TMT: Data ProtectionChambers European Guide
Özer Zivali is collaborative, visionary and knowledgeable in his field.
TMT: Data ProtectionChambers European Guide
He is approachable, thoughtful and easy to communicate with. He also has a strong ability to adapt quickly when situations change, which is particularly valuable in complex or fast-moving matters.
TMT: Data ProtectionChambers European Guide
Özer Zivali is very kind and calm. He exudes confidence and is easy to work with.
TMT: Data ProtectionChambers European Guide