With offices in Amsterdam and The Hague, the media and entertainment team at Bird & Bird is co-led by Olaf Trojan and Paul Waszink, both of whom have more than two decades of experience in the field. The team frequently advises on matters relating to online gambling, broadcasting, gaming and publishing. Berend Van Der Eijk is a further standout lawyer with an expertise in internet law and data protection who regularly advises clients within the media and entertainment sector. Clemens Molle is also noted for his experience advising on IP-related matters within the music and gaming industries.

Praised for its ‘exceptional quality of work’, Brinkhof continues to be a leading firm in the media and entertainment sector. The team has a wealth of experience advising clients on a range of matters, including radio and television broadcasting, streaming services and online publishing. The team is co-led by Remy Chavannes, Dorien Verhulst and Anke Strijbos. Chavannes is recommended for her expertise in handling copyright and privacy matters for clients within the industry, while Verhulst regularly advises digital platforms. Quinten Kroes is another integral member of the team who is highly skilled at advising broadcasters and media distributors.

Kennedy Van der Laan has extensive experience handling high-profile litigation matters for clients within the media and entertainment industry. The firm caters to a diversity of clients, including production companies, streaming services, broadcasters and social media platforms. Hailed for his ‘thorough understanding of media and journalism’, Jens Van den Brink heads the team. Joran Spauwen is another exceptional member of the team that has in-depth experience advising media clients on data protection regulations and online copyright requirements. Sophie van Loon and Lotte Oranje are also notable. Van Loon has experience handling copyright disputes, while Oranje regularly assists with some of the firm’s most prominent cases.

Boekx Advocaten is a boutique law firm that covers all aspects of the media industry, including newspapers, film production and online publishing, among other matters. Spearheading the team, Marc De Boer advises clients within the media and entertainment sector on IP rights. Praised by clients as an ‘excellent lawyer’, Otto Volgenant regularly caters to clients such as internet companies, television producers and broadcasters. Matthijs Kaaks is another excellent source of advice, especially for matters concerning investigative journalism; he is recommended for liable and defamation cases for clients in the industry.

bureau Brandeis continues to be a go-to firm for clients needing advice on digital copyrights, entertainment law and publishing, among other matters. The team is co-led by Hans Bousie, Christiaan Alberdingk Thijm and Machteld Robichon. Bousie is skilled at navigating cross-border litigation and frequently advises clients within the music industry. Alberdingk Thijm is recommended for high-profile defamation claims, while Robichon is an expert in broadcasting and gaming regulations. Sam van Velze is another noteworthy member of the team with a focus on copyright issues within the media and entertainment sector.

Hailed for its ‘high level of knowledge in the field of copyright’, is a go-to firm for brand names within the media and entertainment sector needing advice on IP-related matters. Led by Marijn Kingma, the team is deeply familiar with rights and protections afforded to literary, music and visual-audio industries. Jacqueline Seignette represents both domestic and international clients on copyright negotiations and disputes, while Joep Meddens is skilled at advising on advertising matters. Meddens is also noted for his experience handling complex defamation cases.

Leeway offers comprehensive advice across the media and entertainment sector from copyright protection and sponsorship agreements to advertising and marketing. Co-leading the team, Michiel Odink advises on matters concerning music publishing, film production and IP protection. Heading the team alongside him, Marga Verwoert regularly assists clients such as actors, vloggers and media companies. With more than three decades of experience in the field, Eric Keyzer is another go-to lawyer at the firm.

Located in The Hague, Pels Rijcken & Droogleever Fortuijn NV stands out for its extensive experience defending the IP rights of musicians and authors in the Dutch Supreme Court. Arnoud Boorsma heads the team and has a strong understanding of the regulatory environment that governs broadcasters. Leading the team alongside him, Sikke Kingma is a seasoned IP litigator who regularly assists clients in the media and entertainment industry. Jordi Bierens is another key member of the team who, in addition to media law, advises on advertising.

Visser Schaap & Kreijger advises on a broad range of matters within the media and entertainment industry, including sponsoring and product placement, film production contracts and defamation cases. Heading the team, Jacqueline Schaap is a strong litigator who is recommended for IP-related matters. Dirk Visser leads the team alongside her; he is skilled at advising on antipiracy mandates within the music and film sectors. Patty de Leeuwe and Paul Kreijger are also lawyers to note. Kreijger regularly advises broadcasters and producers, while de Leeuwe is an expert at copyright matters.

Hoogenraad & Haak is a boutique law firm that possesses an in-depth knowledge of advertising law and litigation. Further to this, the firm also regularly advises on music and licensing, media law, rights of publicity and defamation, among other matters. Co-heading the team, Ebba Hoogenraad has more than two decades of experience navigating the advertising sector. Co-leading the team alongside her, Daniël Haije has experience advising on influencer agreements, celebrity talent contracts and protection of IP rights.

With a specialty in IP matters, HOYNG ROKH MONEGIER is well-equipped to advise clients in the media and entertainment industry on cross-border litigation and copyright violations. Heading the team, Joris van Manen is recommended for his extensive experience handling prominent brand infringement cases. Laura Fresco is another key lawyer at the firm that frequently advises on advertising and media law. Eric Meyer and Roeland Grijpink are also noted for their work on some of the firm’s most significant cases.

Located in Amsterdam, Van Kaam IP & Media houses a diverse client list that includes authors, musicians, radio stations, publishers and television producers, among others. Founding partner Bertil van Kaam has a wealth of experience in the industry, which includes negotiating agency and distribution agreements, anti-counterfeiting matters and high-profile litigation. Sharif Ibrahim is also noted for his knowledge of the gaming and gambling sector. Van Kaam continues to leads the team after the departure of former co-head Remco Klöters in January 2024.

The media, entertainment and sports team at CMS is co-led by Rogier de Vrey and Michiel van Dijk. Heading the IP department at the firm, de Very is well-versed in navigating IP disputes. Van Dijk is recommended for sports matters, with some of his regular clients including sport associations and high-profile athletes. Amajanti van de Beek is another excellent source of advice concerning the sports industry; she often assists with sponsorship agreements, athlete promotional contracts and allegations of doping, among other matters.

With a focus on media and entertainment, the boutique firm Dikhoff van Dongen Advocaten serves a wide range of clients within the creative sector. Sander Dikhoff advises film, TV and print players on corporate law issues including M&A, while Rob Van Dongen concentrates his practice on the music industry, assisting clients with copyright, neighbouring rights, privacy and contract issues.

Praised for its ‘outstanding experience in media and entertainment law’, Greenberg Traurig LLP regularly advises celebrities, music artists and other clients on matters relating to trademark infringement. Spearheading the team, Radboud Ribbert is a seasoned litigator that has significant experience defending defamation claims and protecting the IP rights of clients within the industry. With his comprehensive knowledge of media and copyright law, Wouter van Wengen is another notable member of the team.

With Thomas de Weerd heading the team, Houthoff advises clients within the media and entertainment sector on a variety of matters, including regulatory requirements, intellectual property and advertising law. Thijs van Aerde has experience handling litigation matters for broadcasters in the Dutch Supreme Court, while Jurre Reus possesses in-depth capabilities in the audio-visual sector. Nicole Bilderbeek is also noted for her skill assisting clients within the music and television industries.

The team at Leopold Meijnen Oosterbaan is co-led by Olivier Oosterbaan, Quirijn Meijnen and Maarten Leopold. Described as ‘one of the most seasoned video games lawyers in the Netherlands’, Oosterbaan caters to clients such as Gaminous, Soedesco Publishing and Good Shepherd Entertainment. Leopold focusses on the music industry; he frequently advises composers, music houses and artists, among others. Meijnen is recommended for clients seeking guidance on licensing, copyrights and IP protection.