With offices in the Hague and Amsterdam, the multi-disciplinary team at Bird & Bird is well-versed in handling both contentious and non-contentious media-related matters. The team also provides comprehensive support on advertising, broadcasting, content distribution, sponsorship, gambling, privacy concerns, and platform liability issues. Olaf Trojan is versed in internet-related matters, and co-heads the practice with Paul Waszink, who advises gambling and gaming providers on regulatory and civil law. Competition and public procurement law specialist Janneke Kohlen advises on horizontal cooperation and distribution agreements.

Brinkhof holds a prominent position in the media, broadcasting, internet, and telecommunications industries, serving a diverse range of leading international broadcasters, telecom providers, and online tech firms. The team excels in cross-border compliance and litigation projects, with standout expertise in internet and information law. Remy Chavannes, Dorien Verhulst, Anke Strijbos and Quinten Kroes jointly lead the practice, and Chavannes is a key port of call for both media and technology companie on EU and Dutch digital regulations. Verhulst has a wealth of knowledge in media, telecoms and copyright law, Strijbos oversees significant media and platform regulation cases, and Kroes is a key contact for publishers, radio and television broadcasters, and media distributors.

Kennedy Van der Laan provides comprehensive legal support to a diverse range of clients in the media and entertainment sector, including production companies, streaming services, broadcasters, and social media platforms. The team handles both contentious and non-contentious matters, with expertise covering defamation law, platform cases, environmental issues, copyright litigation, and regulatory compliance. Jens Van den Brink, head of the practice, specialises in media litigation and provides counsel on a broad spectrum of issues, with a particular focus on free speech, copyright, and digital matters. Other key members include Joran Spauwen, a specialist in content and technology, and Lotte Oranje, who is frequently sought by clients for advice on press publications and online content.

Praised for its ‘practical approach’, AC&R‘s key strengths lie in defamation proceedings, reputation management, copyright, and advertising litigation. Laura Broers is a key port of call for public broadcasters, producers, and daily newspapers, while Anne Bekema is a litigation specialist focusing on copyright law, defamation, and freedom of speech matters. Arnout Groen provides expert advice on copyright, product design, trademark, tradename, and media issues.

Praised for its 'specialised knowledge in media law', Boekx Advocaten is well-versed in film production and online publishing. Matthijs Kaaks steers the practice and has extensive experience handling investigative journalism and defamation matters for both private individuals and corporate clients. Otto Volgenant focuses on source protection, data protection, and freedom of speech matters.

bureau Brandeis‘ team has extensive experience in the digital and media sectors, advising on digital copyrights, entertainment law, and publishing matters. The group also has specialised expertise in advising both public and commercial broadcasters on regulatory issues, often covering the internet, digital business, and publishing industries. Practice head Christiaan Alberdingk Thijm brings commendable specialism in handling defamation and intermediary liability cases, while co-head Machteld Robichon focuses on media, broadcasting, and gaming regulations. Anna Sträter is recommended for licensing processes and enforcement proceedings.

Highly regarded for its expertise in the media and entertainment sectors, Höcker Advocaten is versed in defamation and infringement matters. Marijn Kingma is an expert in copyright across the literary, music, and visual-audio industries, while Joep Meddens is adept at advertising matters.

Leeway is a strong choice for copyright protection, sponsorship agreements, advertising, and contractual agreements for media and entertainment clients. Marga Verwoert has significant experience advising media companies and fashion brands on IP and media-driven M&A. Michiel Odink is a key point of contact for clients from the technology and retail sectors for both contentious and non-contentious matters.

Pels Rijcken frequently represents musicians, composers, and authors in IP matters before the Dutch Supreme Court. Civil media law specialist Jordi Bierens is experienced in defamation, press freedom, and advertising law, and co-heads the practice with Arnoud Boorsma, who regularly works with clients from the telecoms, public, and commercial media sectors on regulatory matters. Sikke Kingma is another key team member.

With experience in film production contract issues, Visser Schaap & Kreijger advises clients on all aspects of sponsorship and product placement, as well as competition matters. Jacqueline Schaap handles IP-related matters, while Dirk Visser is versed in anti-piracy mandates within the music and film industries. Paul Kreijger focuses on music industry-related issues, while Patty de Leeuwe specialises in copyright, freedom of speech, internet, and media matters.

CMS is geared to advise clients on a range of transactional, advisory, and contentious matters surrounding broadcasting, technology, and sports. Rogier de Vrey, who has extensive knowledge of media and music licensing, heads the TMT practice.

A boutique law firm with a strong focus on advertising law and litigation, Hoogenraad & Haak advises its portfolio of clients on music and licensing, media law, rights of publicity, and defamation matters. Daniël Haije, who is well-versed in assisting clients with advertising and trademark infringement as well as the protection of IP rights, co-heads the practice with Ebba Hoogenraad, who covers all aspects of advertising law, including contracts, advertising campaigns, and sustainability claims. Lisa Peek is also recommended.

HOYNG ROKH MONEGIER‘s team has an excellent track record in assisting clients from the media and entertainment industries with cross-border litigation and copyright violations. The head of the practice, Joris van Manen, focuses on prominent brand infringement cases, while Laura Fresco specialises in advertising and media law.

Van Kaam IP & Media is a key port of call for musicians, radio stations, publishers, and television producers on freedom of speech, defamation, and privacy issues. Founding partner Bertil van Kaam regularly acts for television, film production, and broadcasting companies, while Jurian Van Groenendaal handles unlawful publication issues.

Greenberg Traurig LLP excels in handling a broad spectrum of IP-related matters, including copyright, patent, and trademark infringements. An experienced litigator, Radboud Ribbert oversees the team, offering strategic counsel on defamation claims and protecting IP rights.

Under the leadership of Thomas de Weerd, the experienced team at Houthoff specialises in IP, broadcasting, and regulatory law. Thijs van Aerde departed in 2024.

Praised for its ‘specialist expertise’, Leopold Meijnen Oosterbaan is highly regarded for its expertise in the video games sector. Olivier Oosterbaan co-heads the practice with Maarten Leopold and Quirijn Meijnen. Oosterbaan is skilled at IP and regulatory matters, while Leopold is a key contact for contracts and agreements in the music and events sectors. Meijnen is a litigation specialist with extensive experience in handling copyright and trademark disputes, media issues, as well as licensing agreements.