The IT division at Houthoff stands out in IT contracting, contractual disputes, M&A and digital marketing, collaborating effectively with the firm’s dispute resolution, M&A and automotive departments. Thomas de Weerd oversees the team, with experience in leading complex negotiations for tech and outsourcing contracts, particularly in areas like digital platforms, cybersecurity and mobility. Jurre Reus specialises in data protection, platform regulation and digital business matters, as well as litigation. Nicole Bilderbeek brings her expertise in data protection, IT and intellectual property law, playing a significant role in M&A transactions.

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Testimonials

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‘Houthoff and its network excel in multi-jurisdictional expertise, particularly in e-commerce and consumer law. They're highly adaptive, quickly aligning with changes in international laws and regulations. Key capabilities include efficient dispute resolution and meticulous contract review.’
‘Jurre Reus stands out for his good analytical skills and pragmatic approach.'
‘They provide practical, solution-oriented, business-minded legal advice.’
‘Thomas de Weerd is a very accessible and enjoyable person to work with. He has great legal knowledge and to-the-point advice with business priorities in mind.’
‘Jurre Reus proactively brings in other suggestions or additions which make the end result better.’
‘Jurre Reus is an excellent lawyer who has a deep interest in IT-related matters. Jurre is a very approachable lawyer, who has a pragmatic approach and knows how to write succinct advice about complex subjects.’
‘The Houthoff team proved to be the agile firm being proactive in supporting us as a client in a rapidly transforming auto industry.’
‘The Houthoff employees have a wide range of expertise and can treat cases within challenging deadlines.’

Key clients

Marktplaats (part of Adevinta)
2dehands.be (part of Adevinta)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
eBay International
Jaguar Land Rover
Stellantis
Capgemini
Volvo Car Netherlands and Volvo Car Corporation
Royal FloraHolland
Hyundai Motor Netherlands and Hyundai Motor Europe
ParkBee
Ford Nederland and Ford Motor Corporation
Verisure
Milence
Koninklijke Jaarbeurs
Koninklijke Van Oord
SOOPS (developer of trading software for energy markets)
Miro
SPS Commerce

Work highlights

Advised Marktplaats on the preparation for the Digital Services Act, an EU Regulation which will have a major impact on platforms.
Assisted Milence, a joint venture of Volvo Trucks, Daimler Trucks and Traton, in the process of rolling out a pan-European network of electric vehicle charging infrastructure for heaving commercial trucks.
Advised NASDAQ-listed SPS Commerce on its intended acquisition of TIE Kinetix.