The TMT group at Stibbe regularly handles complex IT regulatory matters for high-profile clients from a wide range of sectors, spanning IT & telecoms and financial and public institutions. Proximus, Athora, and Microsoft are among those who routinely turn to the team. Erik Valgaeren is the head of the team, and has vast experience in the area.

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Key clients

  • Proximus
  • Athora
  • Microsoft

Work highlights

  • Advised Astrid, a dedicated telecom operator for communication of mission-critical services, on its transition to a Next Generation Mobile Communication Network based on 5G technology, including strategic and legal advice on the interpretation of the legal framework applicable to Astrid and its services.
  • Advised Microsoft on the compliance of Azure services offered on the Belgian market with respect to Belgian telecom legislation and the applicable rules on marketing.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Erik Valgaeren

Other key lawyers

Carolien Michielsen, Cyril Fischer, Jan Joos