CMS‘ ’tech-savvy’ technology, media and communications team stands out for its comprehensive handling of technology and communications matters, spanning contentious and non-contentious work. Internet of Things projects, cyber incident response and cross-border data transfers are some of the group's focus areas. ‘Truly exceptional lawyer’ Dirk Van Liedekerke co-chairs the team; his varied portfolio of work incorporates advice to major EU public operators on electronic communications regulation and contentious work related to inter-operator conflicts. IT expert Tom De Cordier completes the leadership team and is well versed in the implementation of the EU Data Act and mandates pertaining to AI. Deven Dobbelaere is a known name for telecoms regulatory advice.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘The team is very knowledgeable in EU law, knowing all the ins and outs and going the extra mile by looking at the policy landscape (eg. dynamics between different DGs at the EU Commission) which is often key to make relevant decisions about EU matters. They are more tech-savvy than most law firm in Brussels.’
- ‘Dirk Van Liedekerke is a truly exceptional lawyer, combining encyclopaedic knowledge of the EU at large, great responsiveness and deep understanding of his client's business.’
Key clients
- Proximus
- Airbnb
Work highlights
- Created a joint venture with partners Ethias and the German Speaking Community of Belgium to roll-out an FTTH optical fibre network within the communes of the German Speaking Community.
- Representing two US entities of Amazon in trade mark infringement proceedings against Christian Louboutin before the Brussels Court.