Tanguy Van Overstraeten > Linklaters > Brussels, Belgium > Lawyer Profile

Linklaters advises clients on complex IT work across industries, advising IT service providers and major Belgian and international telecom providers. The firm handles multijurisdictional matters for its clients, working closely with its offices. Tanguy Van Overstraeten leads the practice, contributing longstanding experience and a specific focus on IT outsourcing. Guillaume Couneson advises clients on IT contracts, and the tech-related aspects of M&A deals.

The technology, media and telecommunications team at Linklaters advises clients on a range of projects across industries, with a focus on the financial, energy, pharmaceuticals and transportation sectors. Leading IT providers are among clients of the team, that also represents Proximus and InfraCapital Partners. Tanguy Van Overstraeten leads the team, with a focus on IT outsourcing projects and work spanning transactional, advisory and litigation. Other notable key members include Guillaume Couneson, who has Fintech expertise as a key part of his practice.

The TMT practice at Linklaters ‘comprises seasoned professionals with extensive experience in data protection’, and is led by Tanguy Van Overstraeten, who brings over 35 years of experience and specialises in data protection and information governance projects. The team advises on a wide range of issues, including international data transfer projects, GDPR compliance, AI, and the Internet of Things. With a strong international network and in-depth knowledge of the European regulatory landscape, the practice is well-positioned to handle complex cross-border matters. Guillaume Couneson is also a key figure, with a focus on data protection, outsourcing, and electronic communications. Valérie Heremans left the firm in June 2024.