Louwers IP Technology Advocaten advises across the full lifecycle of tech projects, regularly assisting clients with complex IT arrangements, cloud and outsourcing structures, and compliance questions regarding digital regulations. The practice is jointly led by founding partner Ernst-Jan Louwers, who has extensive experience in the IT and high-tech spaces, and Frank Rutgers, who is a key port of call for domestic and international clients.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The personal attention and specialised knowledge about intellectual property and patents is the truly distinctive character of Louwers IP.'
- ‘Louwers IP Technology Advocaten is partner-led, truly tech-fluent, and business-first.’
- ‘Frank Rutgers: tech fluency, commercial judgment, and a collaborative style that moves deals forward.’
- ‘Very committed to get the job done and delivers high quality.’
- ‘Louwers has specific IP expertise that we're looking for in legal matters.’
- ‘The lawyer we work with is realistic and works to de-escalate matters. His communication is also clear and to the point. He's very knowledgeable.'
Key clients
- Asito B.V.
- Savant Zorg
- MCB Nederland B.V.
- Sorama B.V.
- CycleSoftware B.V.
- Stichting Trudo
- Sustainder B.V.
- Stichting Scholingsfonds Brabant Leert
- BioCheck B.V.
- Nippur B.V.
- Raith B.V.
- Elma B.V.
Work highlights
Advised Hertek on the negotiation and conclusion of its renewed multi-million partnership agreement with Beyonder.
Advised MCB Nederland B.V. on the legal review and negotiation of a complex cloud services agreement with a major US-based enterprise software provider.
Advised Raith B.V. on open-source licensing risks and compliance strategy for its high-tech electron beam lithography systems.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Ernst-Jan Louwers; Frank Rutgers