NautaDutilh’s data protection and cybersecurity practice serves a mix of public- and private-sector clients across diverse industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, and digital services. The team provides guidance on data sharing, cybersecurity incidents, cross-border transfers, and regulatory enforcement. It also handles high-profile cross-border investigations, litigation, and class actions. Practice head Joris Willems advises clients on a host of AI, privacy, and technology matters, including AI governance, digital transformation, and technology investments. Danique Knibbeler is a further integral team member.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Joris Willems stands out with his in-depth legal knowledge, while Danique Knibbeler provides excellent GDPR advice.'
- ‘Nauta's data privacy and protection team has a good understanding of its client's business.'
- ‘Nauta provides hands-on and very customer-friendly support.'
Key clients
- Achmea
- ABN AMRO Bank
- Adviescommissie Divers en Inclusief Hoger Onderwijs en Onderzoek
- American Express
- Apple
- Arcadis
- a.s.r. Nederland
- Boston Consulting Group
- Bloomberg
- Brightstar Lottery
- Captin
- CBRE Global Investors
Work highlights
Assisted Prosus in developing its high-profile and innovative Generative AI tool, including finalising contracts, establishing partnerships with entities like Anthropic AI, Mosaic AI, OpenAI, and Stack Overflow, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements such as the AI Act and GDPR.
Advised longstanding client a.s.r. Nederland N.V. on the sale of Aegon Bank N.V. (Knab) to BAWAG P.S.K. Bank für Arbeit und Wirtschaft und Österreichische Postsparkasse Aktiengesellschaft (BAWAG).
Advised Shell on the development and legal assessment of its Benelux-wide e-commerce and digital marketing strategy, including the Shell GO+ app.
Practice head
Joris Willems
Other key lawyers
Saskia Nuijten; Danique Knibbeler