Thijs van Aerde

Thijs van Aerde is a partner in the Dispute Resolution practice. He runs a litigation practice and assists clients in summary proceedings, merits proceedings, on appeal, before the Supreme Court, and in preliminary ruling proceedings before the European Court of Justice.

Thijs specialises in intellectual property law, with a focus on copyright and trademark rights. His clients include collecting societies and companies in various sectors, including entertainment, perfume & cosmetics, consumer electronics, pharmaceuticals, and mobility.

Thijs is president of the specialisation association VIEPA, editor of the journal Copyright and a member of the international Programme Committee of AIPPI. He is ranked in The Legal 500 (Leading Partner), Chambers, IAM Patent and WTR.