Marc Elshof > BarentsKrans > The Hague, Netherlands > Lawyer Profile
BarentsKrans Offices

Lange Voorhout 3
2514 EA The Hague
Netherlands
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Marc Elshof

Work Department
IP, Data & Technology
Position
Marc is an expert in the field of data and technology. His interest in technology and innovation keeps him at the forefront of advising on current data governance developments, such as on the AI Act, the Data Act, NIS2 and DORA. He advises clients on their data strategy, both with regard to personal data and other valuable business data, and guides clients on national and cross-border privacy and cybersecurity issues. In addition, Marc regularly supports clients in sourcing and IT projects.
Marc’s clients are organisations seeking high-quality yet pragmatic and implementable advice. Marc advises clients in all sectors, but has specific knowledge and experience of the financial sector, hotels, retail and technology.
Lawyer Rankings
Netherlands > Data privacy and data protection
(Next Generation Partners)BarentsKrans‘ data privacy practice has grown with the hire of new practice head and data protection expert Marc Elshof in October 2023, following his departure from Dentons. The Hague-based team advises both domestic and international clients with data protection and cybersecurity issues. Key matters include advising on the EU digital governance legislation, building global privacy frameworks and cybersecurity advice. Elshof is well-versed in assisting clients with negotiations for IT and outsourcing contracts.
Netherlands > Industry focus: retail
Ingrid Reimert leads BarentsKrans‘ retail team with her expertise in real estate, which serves a number of international and domestic retail clients with commercial, real estate and data privacy matters. The Hague-based team has been active in advising clients on rent indexation, leasing, consumer law and competition issues. The recent addition of Marc Elshof to the team, following his departure from Dentons, has bolstered its client base and expanded its offering to included data protection and privacy support. The team also benefits from its strong team of retail-focused associates, including Marlou Timmerman and Myrte Pielage.
Netherlands > Fintech
(Firms to watch)BarentsKrans‘ practice is well versed in advising on fintech-related regulatory and compliance issues. The team was bolstered by the arrivals of Marc Elshof and Arno Voerman in October 2023 and October 2024, respectively.
Netherlands > Industry focus: healthcare and life sciences
Based in The Hague, BarentsKrans‘ ‘very dedicated‘ team often advises on regulatory disputes, sensitive data matters, and public procurement proceedings. Jaap Bremer heads the practice, and is known for his extensive experience in advising on high-value patent litigation in the pharma sector, as well as handling distribution and license agreements. Competition and public procurement expert Tim Raats continues to act for tenderers in mental healthcare and home care matters, and Annelies van der Ploeg is a key contact for contractual issues. Marc Elshof is well versed in advising on cross-border tech, cybersecurity, and data issues.
Lawyer Rankings
- Next Generation Partners Netherlands > Data privacy and data protection
- Industry focus: healthcare and life sciences Netherlands
- Industry focus: retail Netherlands
- Data privacy and data protection Netherlands
- Firms to watch Netherlands > Fintech
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- Dispute resolution: class actions
- Dispute resolution: Commercial litigation
- Employment
- Industry focus: Food
- Industry focus: healthcare and life sciences
- Industry focus: retail
- Environment and planning
- EU and competition
- Intellectual property: Patents
- Banking and finance: Borrower side
- Data privacy and data protection
- Dispute resolution: arbitration
- Intellectual property: trade marks, copyrights and design rights
- Private equity
- Real estate
- Commercial, corporate and M&A
- Fintech