Leeway offers end-to-end IP support, with particular strength in copyright and trademark work. The practice is co-headed by Marga Verwoert, who handles all aspects of trademark matters in the fashion, retail, and travel sectors. Fellow co-lead Michiel Odink advises on both contentious and non-contentious IP matters, including copyright and design rights, with notable experience in the media and entertainment industries. Alongside her litigation experience, Nini Blom offers expertise in commercial agreements, including licensing, agency, and distribution contracts. Max van Oostrum is a further key contact.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Leeway has a formidable team when it comes to trademarks and product design, and is co-led by Marga Verwoert, a fierce and knowledgeable litigator. Max van Oostrum is also an IP star in his own right.’
- ‘Great work, great people!’
- ‘Marga Verwoert is a great litigator in the area of trademarks and product design and has built a great track record. A practical approach built on solid legal ground.'
- ‘Leeway is not only exceptionally knowledgeable in all aspects of IP law, but it also brings a rare level of strategic insight that aligns legal advice with broader commercial and business objectives.’
- ‘Michiel Odink and Nini Blom are great!’
- ‘The team is pragmatic and hands-on. Quick turnaround and follow-up.’
Key clients
- Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. & Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
- BAIDU Inc.
- Action Service & Distributie
- 10DAYS Wholesale B.V.
- easyGroup Ltd (easyJet plc, easyHotel plc)
- NUUD B.V.
- Casablanca Paris
- Amsterdam Fashion Week B.V.
- PXR Media B.V.
- Royal Tableware Group B.V.
- Sony Music Entertainment
- Armada Music B.V.
Work highlights
Continuing to act as Warner Bros.’ dedicated Benelux IP firm for all Warner Bros., Turner Entertainment and Hanna-Barbera trademarks, including prosecuting and protecting these rights across the region, and being involved in many high-profile matters.
Continuing to handle all Benelux trademark work for Baidu, the leading Chinese multinational tech company specialising in internet-related products and services and AI.
Continuing to represent easyGroup and easyJet in important and potentially ground-breaking litigation against Bunq BV, an innovative Dutch direct online bank.
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Practice head
Marga Verwoert; Michiel Odink
Other key lawyers
Eric Keyzer; Michiel van Ast; Michiel Haegens; Nini Blom; Lotte Rutgers; Max van Oostrum