Morrison Foerster‘s Brussels office acts as a hub for the firm’s privacy and data security offering, with global practice co-chair Alex van der Wolk presiding over an expanding team of dedicated specialists, including ’very promising‘ recently promoted of counsel Marijn Storm and ’inquisitive‘ associate Marta Hovanesian. The department is particularly noted for its expertise in handling cybersecurity incidents, and is regularly instructed on pan-European data breaches; compliance advice is another stalwart of the group.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘I really appreciate the expertise of Lokke Moerel and Marijn Storm on GDPR topics. They are always efficient and quick to respond.’

  • ‘MoFo has a deep wealth of experience and is practical in its recommendations. More than other firms, the MoFo team simplifies and offers common sense solutions. MoFo has saved us tons of time and stress, and I am forever grateful. The team is truly service-oriented and business friendly.’

  • ‘In addition to the attentive and knowledgeable service, each of the individuals with who we have worked with is friendly and pleasant. No question is dismissed and every response is thorough and well thought through.'

  • 'Alex van der Wolk - mastery of the subject matter, inquisitiveness and unique ability to craft practical solutions. Marta Hovanesian - inquisitive nature and doggedness to work through complex situations.’
  • ‘We have work with MoFo for many years for good reasons. The advice provided is exceptional. The team is committed to its clients and available if needed in multiple languages. The expertise of the team enables MoFo to provide us with seamless legal support.'

  • 'We experience unwavering commitment, extensive knowledge in the field of privacy and data protection around the world and an enormous understanding of complex matters. In a quickly evolving legal landscape, the team remains at the forefront of all developments. Their dedication to customer-tailored service then enables the team to brief us on what ammendments of our programme are needed to comply.’
  • ‘This is the go-to firm for strategic projects, cross-border issues, matters that involve interaction with data protection authorities or complex issues that require deep thinking. The firm is also highly practical and will tailor the format of advice to your needs.’

  • ‘Alex van der Wolk is an impressive, hands-on practitioner, a true leader in his field. Marijn Storm is a very promising young practitioner, intelligent, knows the IT world very well, good with clients and very available.’

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Alex van der Wolk

Other key lawyers

Lokke Moerel, Alja Poler Dr Zwart, Marijn Storm, Marta Hovanesian, Yaron Moszynski