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Osborne Clarke has a global data privacy and protection team that is well equipped to assist international clients with multi-jurisdictional data protection issues such as data processing compliance, day-to-day data protection advice and data localisation. The Amsterdam-based team is jointly led by Joanne Zaaijer and Coen Barneveld Binkhuysen, with Zaiijer assisting with cross-border data transfers, data privacy implementation, data retention and a slew of other issues. Dewi Harkink is another name to note and is well versed on data privacy law.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Team with a deep expertise in data protection, well organised that provides business-oriented and pragmatic advice.’

  • ‘Joanne Zaaijer is business-oriented, friendly and results-driven.’

  • ‘Dewi Harkink has strong communicative skills to manage expectations and proper quality of work delivered.’

  • ‘Very practical approach. Deep knowledge of privacy laws, including relevant laws in other parts of the world.’

  • ‘Joanne Zaaijer is fast, to the point and delivers practical solutions.'

  • ‘Joanne Zaaijer is known for unparalleled attention to detail and a proactive approach to case management. She consistently exceed expectations by offering sharp insights and demonstrating a strong work ethic, data protection & privacy legal expertise, and strategic thinking.'

  • ‘Joanne Zaaijer demonstrates exceptional expertise and consistently delivers practical, business-aligned solutions. Her legal advice in not only thorough but also tailored to provide clear, actionable steps for clients.'

  • ‘Team is proactive and very efficient with the guidance. Excellent at communicating and collaborating.’

Key clients

  • Adidas
  • Baxter
  • Danone
  • Google
  • HEMA
  • Henkel
  • Levi9 Global Sourcing B.V.
  • Meta
  • Oaky
  • Sonos
  • XXImo

Work highlights

  • Advised Meta on data protection, including in relation to Instagram and Facebook.
  • Advised Henkel on data processing compliance and other privacy and protection issues.
  • Advised Baxter’s Dutch entity and US headquarters on day-to-day privacy and data protection law issues.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Joanne Zaaijer, Coen Barneveld Binkhuysen

Other key lawyers

Dewi Harkink