TMT
Europe Guide 2024 : Belgium
Band 1
Contact number
+32 2 282 4082About
Provided by Crowell & Moring LLP
Crowell & Moring’s multidisciplinary TMT practice covers a broad spectrum of information technology (IT), media and telecommunications related issues. We advise on commercial and transactional, regulatory and compliance, corporate and M&A, competition, outsourcing, employment, intellectual property and dispute resolution matters.
We represent software companies and purchasers of IT services in complex IT contracting and litigation matters. We regularly negotiate and/or litigate deals in the telecommunications sector. We provide advice on a broad range of Media & Entertainment issues, ranging from broadcaster carriage agreements to freedom of expression issues, to issues related to audiovisual production agreements or artist management deals.
Our team has particular experience in the field of e-commerce and Internet-related issues. We regularly counsel on internet service provider liability, online services, distance selling, and e-advertising. We also set up global privacy compliance projects for multinational clients and advise on privacy issues arising in e-discovery, outsourcing and digital direct marketing.
Chambers Review
The highly regarded team at Crowell & Moring offers substantial experience assisting clients with launching online platforms and network access obligations. The law firm advises clients on broadcasting agreements and matters relating to 5G. The TMT group often collaborates closely with the firm's other departments to advise on transactions, as well as intellectual property and competition issues. It also has experience advising on data protection matters, including cyber breaches.
Work Highlights
- Crowell & Moring acted for TheGreenShot on data protection compliance and drafting a contractual framework for its crew engagement platform.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team have a diverse range of skills and expertise, covering a wide array of areas within their field. This diversity ensures a comprehensive approach to problem solving and a rich pool of knowledge to draw from."
"The team have a diverse range of skills and expertise, covering a wide array of areas within their field. This diversity ensures a comprehensive approach to problem solving and a rich pool of knowledge to draw from."
Notable Practitioners
Thomas De Meese assists domestic telecoms sector clients with a variety of matters. He often represents clients in network sharing matters and disputes concerning licensing agreements.
Ranked Lawyers at
Crowell & Moring LLP
Belgium
Members
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Arthur Focquet
Benjamin Geisel
Cyriel Danneels
Edward Taelman
Flavie Van Maldegem
Frederik Van Remoortel
Jan-Diederik Lindemans
Head of Department
Julie van Hevele
Karel Bourgeois
Karl Stas
Margaux Dejonghe
Marieke Van Nieuwenborgh
Matteo Mariano
Sander Vogt
Sari Depreeuw
Head of Department
Head of Department
Clients
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Backcatalogue
DPG Media
Dutch Filmworks
Dutch Filmworks International Holding
Electronic Arts
European Gaming and Betting Association
Event Confederation
IPM Group
MercadoLibre
Play Media
Telenet
Tomorrowland
Unibet
Universal Music
Industries
Provided by Crowell & Moring LLP
Betting & Gambling
Betting & Gambling
Broadcasters
Consumer Electronics
Consumer Products
Emerging technologies
Events sector
Gaming
Information Technology
Internet and E-Commerce
Life Sciences/Biotechnology
Media & Entertainment
Telecommunications