Houthoff stands out for its expertise in regulatory and transactional telecoms mandates. Combining experience in IT, tech contracting, and privacy issues, Thomas de Weerd heads the practice and supports on the IT aspects of major strategic transactions in the telecoms space. A further key contact is telecoms and digital technology expert Jurre Reus, who advises on liability issues, regulatory investigations, and data matters for European and US-based clients. Freeke Heijne left the firm in June 2025.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Key clients
- BAM Telecom
- RAI Vereniging
Work highlights
Advised BAM Telecom on the acquisition of WL Winet, a specialist in mobile and wireless telecom networks.
Advised RAI Vereniging on the phasing out of 2G and 3G networks, and the impact on eCall features in cars.
Practice head
Thomas de Weerd
Other key lawyers
Jurre Reus