The media, entertainment and sports team at CMS is co-led by Rogier de Vrey and Michiel van Dijk. Heading the IP department at the firm, de Very is well-versed in navigating IP disputes. Van Dijk is recommended for sports matters, with some of his regular clients including sport associations and high-profile athletes. Amajanti van de Beek is another excellent source of advice concerning the sports industry; she often assists with sponsorship agreements, athlete promotional contracts and allegations of doping, among other matters.

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Key clients

  • Paramount
  • Comcast
  • Hewlett Packard
  • CitizenM
  • Roku
  • Sony
  • Shiseido
  • Vattenfall
  • IBM
  • Royal Dutch Football Association
  • Royal Dutch Hockey Association
  • Dutch Volleyball Association
  • The Dutch Olympic Committee/Dutch Sports Federation

Work highlights

  • Representing Hewlett Packard in regard to two court cases initiated by Digital Revolution, who is alleging violation of advertising, unfair competition laws and trademark infringement.
  • Representing the Royal Dutch Football Association in several court cases related to stadium bans, rule disputes and other legal matters concerning football.

Lawyers

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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.

Rogier de Vrey, Michiel van Dijk

Other key lawyers

Amajanti van de Beek