‘Bird & Bird is the outstanding law firm in media and entertainment. The lawyers provide us with the best advice and legal services. They collaborate in the production of news items, by helping the journalists to understand all the important legal issues. When it comes to lawsuits, we know we will find the best team there is available.’

‘Olaf Trojan is the main partner when it comes to legal advice and services. He is the best in his line of work. He is always available when his expertise is needed and he never fails in bringing the right answers and advice.’

‘In general, the number of Dutch law firms with a similarly specialized media practice is very limited. Their experience with media-related litigation is extensive and I would gladly contact them again for similar disputes.’

‘Olaf Trojan is very involved and proactive, in addition to being an expert in his field. His availability to deal with urgent matters was also noteworthy.’

‘I only have experience with B&B as they are my employers preferred legal office. From my experience, they are very precise and open to arguments to look and approach the case from a different angle.’

‘I’ve worked together with Paul Waszink. Paul is very thorough and precise. He listens to the client’s input and uses it whenever it is applicable.’

‘The practice shows exceptional committent and involvement. Our company is handled with utmost care and prudence. Thanks to Bird&Bird we have been successful while negotiation the immense complexity of building partnerships with multinational leaders in the marketplace.’

‘Olaf Trojan is an extremely skill full lawyer and advisor. His work is both critical and protective towards the client and has been successful without exception. He is one of these rare, smart and sharp minds, you really want on your side of the table.’

‘Brinkhof really bridges the legal discussion back and forth to the digital service offering, business models and commercial strategy of clients. In this way, the legal strategy and approach gets deeply embedded into and aligned with the overall commercial course of its clients. As a concrete illustration; Brinkhof tangibly understands the digital product offering of my company and how it is different from other alternatives in the market.’

‘The team combines state of the art legal knowledge with a very practical approach, founded in a true understanding of the fact that there is often a gap between the amount of additional research and discussions that should ideally be had on a certain situation and the reality of the business floor.’

‘Remy Chavannes is an excellent partner. It is a true joy to work with him. He is analytical and very capable of translating complex legal situations into practical and straightforward advice. Besides that, he has a good radar for political sensitivities and acts strategically where required. Remy is the kind of lawyer that can make his client swallow a bitter legal pill and still be thanked for it by a group of happy people at the end of the call.’

‘Its knowledge in those highly specialised areas (such as media, copyright, information, privacy and IT law) is excellent and the reason I choose this law firm when I need help in any of these area’s. It is on top of its game, also when it comes to innovative areas. It has extensive knowledge of the business I am in, which knowledge does not always seem to be present as much at other law firms I’ve engaged with.’

‘I’ve mostly worked with Remy Chavannes (Partner), Anke Strijbos and Anne Bruna. Remy Chavannes’ knowledge of the media industry is exceptional, which is a really big must for any case I deal with due to it having so many particularities. All 3 lawyers seem to have that rare quality that, despite being legal purists and performing on a high adademic level, they are still able to have a pragmatic and down to earth approach in terms of communication, setting out strategy and problem solution. And above all, they are really pleasant to deal with and very commited to each case they deal with.’

‘Brinkhof consists of excellent high-class lawyers with an in-depth knowledge of entertainment rights and neighbouring rights, which they keep very up to date.’

‘Both Remy Chavannes and Anke Strijbos are the lawyers I’m working with most. Excellent toprated lawyers who ‘take on’a case and act as their own law firm is at stake if they lose it.’

‘Strong versatile TMT team, high profile clients and cases.’

‘Creative, determined and technically-savvy digital media and copyright litigators with a flamboyant courtroom style and an impressive roster of clients and credentials. The team has recently undertaken some very significant mandates in intermediary liability and privacy litigation.’

‘Christiaan Alberdingk Thijm has more than two decades of experience at the forefront of digital information law, acting in leading cases for a loyal clients on all sides. He is a passionate advocate, a natural storyteller with a keen eye for the legal and societal big picture. Sam van Velze is rapidly emerging from Alberdingk Thijm’s shadow as an authentic force to be reckoned with in her own right.’

‘They are real litigators and can chase people who owe you money. Not afraid of collaborating with other law firms.’

‘It is well organized and has an outstanding group of employees.’

‘Bureau Brandeis consists of highly qualified lawyers, who provide high-level services and advice. There is not a single person in the firm, whom we have worked with, who we would not want to work with again. They are intelligent, social, and very pleasant people to work with. They do not only have excellent legal knowledge, they also know how to combine this with up-to-date knowledge of developments, leading to to-the-point services and advice. They are also highly qualified when it comes to publications and educational services.’

‘We regularly work with Machteld Robichon, who is a pleasant and very intelligent person, both socially and in terms of content. She has enormous knowledge of the subject, is fast and customer focused, being able to transfer her knowledge quickly and in a simple manner to the client. She has a strong sense for political sensitivities and is able to combine this with her legal knowledge in spot on strategic advice.’

‘It’s a small to medium sized firm with exceptional talent and particularly relevant knowledge in the book publishing industry. Further, the warm and friendly nature of the firm is a welcome change from the more corporate firms. Their ‘business lunches’ at which you can enjoy an informal seminar (and gain CPD points) are brilliant.’

‘Christiaan Alberdingk Thijm is a brilliant attorney, whose calm and gathered approach to complex matters gives us as clients all the confidence we need.’

‘I recommend Marijn Kingma and work with her for all legal questions, particularly in relation to media law. This includes press and communication law, messages and communication strategy on the internet, advertising law, infotainment. She is confident, charismatic, brilliant and the great lawyer of tomorrow.’

‘This is a very good firm with excellent TMT lawyers, especially Marijn Kingma. She is very involved in the TMT industry and knows its uses, practices, networks, regulations, I recommend her without hesitation.’

‘Höcker has high class lawyers who are working for very competitive rates. Allthough they’re based on a very good spot in Amsterdam, they’re not in the most expensive part of Amsterdam with their office. And that’s what’s being reflected in their hourly fees. Medium-sized companies like ours can enjoy with Höcker the same level of service and in depth-knowledge as you could expect from the giant law firms, but for much more affordable prices.’

‘Marijn Kingma is an extremely knowledgeable media and entertainment lawyer who gives us the feeling that we actually have our own ‘in house lawyer’, but then acting on a very high level. Often when I consult her to deal with a problem, she comes up with solutions for several other ‘unconsulted’ problems we’re facing as well.’

‘Kriek Wille’s active listening skills make her quickly and very well understand what a client wants. This is in combination with her sharp analytical skills and practical approach, make her a savy lawyer.’

‘Very proactive and so useful with our privacy work and social media clients, a great firm.’

‘The IP practice has developed an innovative tool addressing the issue of how to unlock IP value in any business enterprise, and how to identify risks of (amongst others) infringements. They continue to build on their expertise.’

‘Kriek Wille is an outstanding professional and a pleasure to work with. Her litigation background enables her to advise in a sharp and consistent manner with a clear view on the desired outcome.’

‘I know Kriek Wille as a very experienced and hands-on lawyer. She is able to take a case in the right direction from the start. She can be relied on.’

‘Kriek Wille is a fantastic litigator. Smart, strategic, and practical. She always comes to the table fully prepared, and with a sophisticated legal team. I highly recommend her for all types of litigation in Holland, especially intellectual property claims and complex contractional disputes.’

‘Kriek Wille is an all-around terrific litigator. She sees the big picture, her work product – and that of her team – is always excellent, and she’s practical at the same time.’

‘Kriek Wille is a rockstar! She is not only a great lawyer but also a great human being.’

‘This practice is not only highly skilled (excellent knowledge regarding IP law, litigation etc), but operates from a hands on and pragmatic approach.’

‘Jacqueline Schaap: highly skilled IP lawyer and litigator, pragmatic approach. Jacqueline “thinks like a lawyer, but doesn’t act like one”; she always puts the client interests first and takes into account the interests of the opposition (in case of unlawful publication cases) as well, which often makes the difference. And even more importantly; Jacqueline is a very nice person and very nice to work with.’

‘Excellent firm, great team. My go-to address whenever I need assistance in media related litigation.’

‘Jacqueline Schaap is a giant in media & entertainment. The kind of lawyer you want on your side in times of crisis. She’s cool headed, calm and clear in her approach to complex media related litigation. Rising star within Visser Schaap & Kreijger is Patty de Leeuwe.’

‘Very pragmatic, highly knowledgeable of all developments, commercial thinking, knowledge of the industry and parties interests.’

‘Highly experienced and excellent sparring partners that appreciate commercial interests and come up with practical solutions where needed.’

‘Ebba Hoogenraad and Daniel Haije are both exceptional lawyers with great personalities.’

‘In depth knowledge of advertising and media laws, with exceptional ability to evolve complex legal issues into practical solutions. The team is stable, layered in seniority and always easily accessible. An outstanding practice all round.’

‘My primary contact, Daniel Haije, is one of the best entertainment attorneys I have worked with in my 30 year advertising career. He is quickly accessible, has excellent follow through and comes up with creative solutions. He is also extremely approachable and just a nice person to work with.’

‘Daniel Haije – very talented young lawyer – appeals to the young ambitious, fast moving companies that appreciate out-of-the-box, intelligent solutions. I have mostly worked with Daniel as my sparring partner for urgent questions or just feedback. He was very responsive and courageous.’

‘Unique thorough knowledge with respect to legal issues on food and nutrition. I do not know another firm in the Netherlands that has similar expertise. I work with this firm for nearly 25 years. Always more than satisfactory.’

‘Ebba Hoogenraad is an excellent lawyer. She is outstanding in her field of expertise. You need her, whenever you have a must-win case. She is very accesible at any moment. She is a warm and very engaged person, very pleasant to work with. I have never seen a person so passionate about her work.’

‘The contact is accessible, personal and always professional. They know better than anyone else how to act quickly, practically, deliberately and adequately.’

‘The practice has deep knowledge of content and consumer regulation in the Netherlands and provides clear, practical advice in a timely manner, including to tight deadlines.’

‘Partner Rogier de Vrey is an excellent communicator which makes working with him efficient and free of frustration. He communicates clearly when advice will be delivered, and the advice itself is practical and easy to digest.’