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Winston Taylor

Winston Taylor

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Netherlands

3

Industry focus: Information technology

Standing out for its ability to combine a ‘deep legal expertise with a hands-on approach’, Winston Taylor brings a wealth of cross-border expertise to contentious, commercial, and regulatory IT mandates. The practice is led by Otto Sleeking, who advises on IT sourcing strategies, vendor selection, major contract negotiations and RFP processes. The ’outstanding’ Martijn Loth adds further depth on the commercial and regulatory side of tech projects.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘The practice has a unique combination of both technology and legal background. That is a rare find in the market.’

  • ‘A tailored approach and the ability to ask the right questions.’

  • ‘Otto Sleeking: availability, information on the sector, proactive.'

  • 'Taylor Wessing's ICT team is willing to take that extra step for their clients, prioritise matters well. They have the expertise and maintain up to date sector/industry knowledge.'

  • ‘Martijn Loth is an outstanding ICT lawyer. He does not only understand the legal framework relevant for his clients, but also really understands the technology and therefore the business of his clients.'

  • 'Other than being a great and knowledgeable lawyer, Otto Sleeking comes across as a great manager, ensuring that both his team and his clients remain happy at all times. We highly value the cooperation with Otto.'

Key clients

  • Zeekr
  • ABN AMRO
  • Adelante
  • Royal Sens
  • Bunge Loders Croklaan
  • Lidl
  • Starlink (SpaceX)
  • Technische Universiteit Delft
  • ADC
  • Amdax
  • Coinmerce
  • On Air

Work highlights

Guiding one of the largest e-commerce platforms in the world on the effects and implementation of the latest wave of legislation concerning AI, digital markets and digital services across their business.
Defended a major Dutch health care institution against a €5m claim by a technology supplier.
Advised leading crypto asset service providers in achieving cybersecurity (DORA) compliance (incl. drafting and implementing their policy house) in the context of their MiCAR license application.

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Practice head

Otto Sleeking; Martijn Loth