About us
Boekx Advocaten is a leading Dutch niche firm with a clear profile. Our practice focuses on media, intellectual property and privacy. Each of these issues are of crucial importance for any modern business. Boekx has been highly ranked for many years in independent directories such as Chambers & Partners and Legal 500.
In our media practice we litigate about libel and defamation – for celebrities, but also for lesser-known clients who want to stay out of the limelight. Content producers from the Netherlands and abroad, such as TV producers, entertainment companies and journalistic platforms, also find their way to Boekx.
Our IP lawyers advise and litigate on matters such as trademark infringement, design, copyright and plant breeders’ rights. Our in-house trademark agency Boekx Trademarks assists our clients with the registration of trademarks and designs, including all procedural aspects thereof.
Privacy and technology are also central to any modern business. We provide the necessary agreements and protocols so that our clients can handle their personal data securely and GDPR-proof. Private individuals also regularly seek our assistance to enforce their own privacy towards websites and search engines. In addition, we advise and litigate in IT disputes, and we assist our clients in drafting and negotiating tech-driven transactions.
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Recent reviews
Boekx Advocaten has in-depth knowledge of media and journalism, as well as great strategic insight.
The team is always thinking of the most efficient solution, which I really appreciate.
We appreciate Boekx Advocaten’s depth of experience and knowledge combined with its agile team that is able to deliver services efficiently and effectively.
Boekx Advocaten has a good sense of reality, practice and the broader picture of an issue. The team is customer-oriented, responds quickly and is open to suggestions.
Boekx Advocaten go the extra mile in order to win the case.
Boekx Advocaten is a boutique Dutch law firm with expertise in highly publicised media disputes, including representing clients in collective actions and advising both claimants and defendants on the use of privacy law to prevent programmes being broadcast. The team assists clients with the negotiation of licence and production agreements. Team members also act for clients on disputes over false advertising and on issues surrounding image rights infringements. “I have been particularly impressed by the sharp analytical, creative and strategic way the lawyers handle complex disputes.”
Boekx Advocaten is a boutique law firm that covers all aspects of the media industry, including newspapers, film production and online publishing, among other matters. Spearheading the team, Marc De Boer advises clients within the media and entertainment sector on IP rights. Praised by clients as an ‘excellent lawyer’, Otto Volgenant regularly caters to clients such as internet companies, television producers and broadcasters. Matthijs Kaaks is another excellent source of advice, especially for matters concerning investigative journalism; he is recommended for liable and defamation cases for clients in the industry.
With a practice that covers trade mark and copyright litigation in addition to advisory work, Boekx Advocaten is sought out by the retail (including e-commerce) and design sectors, and is also noted for its specialisation in plant variety law. The practice is led by ‘brilliant lawyer’ Diederik Stols, who advises sports apparel, consumer goods and entertainment clients on the spectrum of soft IP matters. Hidde Koenraad, described by one client as an ‘excellent attorney,’ handles both IP disputes and advises on the management of portfolios for automotive, life sciences and plant breeding sector clients.
Boekx is a go-to destination for a comprehensive suite of services that seamlessly blend registration, prosecution and litigation. Since 2017 its trademarks division has been a driving force, securing the trust of esteemed clients, and its global network of top-tier IP boutiques enhances the firm’s reach, making it a sound choice for international brand owners. Driving success is Hidde Koenraad. With expertise in trademark law, design law, copyright and domain name disputes, he can cover the full gamut of IP advice for a diverse clientele spanning the fast-moving consumer goods, automotive, fashion and life science industries. Lately, he has been instrumental in various matters for BMW and acts as their lead soft IP counsel in the Netherlands. Also on board is dedicated expert Diederik Stols. With specialised knowledge in the entertainment and cultural sectors, he is a leading authority on anti-counterfeiting efforts, notably for renowned brands such as OFF-WHITE.
Our case was complex and took several years. It was of crucial importance for our business. The case was also cutting edge in the copyright world. Fulco Blokhuis and, at a later stage, Otto Volgenant, were very precise, tactically strong, calm and looked further for solutions and new angles. They helped us win this groundbreaking case in two instances, but also setting up the successful strategy even before the case had really begun. I consider the Boekx team the most talented litigators in the soft IP field.
Fulco Blokhuis is very pleasant to work with and a real thought-partner at the highest level. Client-interest really does come first for Fulco. Always. He is a strategic litigator and strong in court. I most valued his integrity and passion for getting results for us. If you want to know for yourself: just check Fulco’s near flawless track record
Hidde Koenraad is very well regarded in the soft IP field, and also in plant variety law. He’s very responsive and fun to work with. Diederik Stols always thinks on a higher, more strategic level, and knows that clients sometimes need practical solutions rather than endless legal proceedings
With a strong focus on media and IP matter, Boekx Advocaten provides expertise in online publishing, newspapers, magazines, TV and entertainment, and has a noted track record in defamation cases. Matthijs Kaaks and Otto Volgenant are the senior partners whose work includes acting for Professor Stijn Franken against De Telegraaf when it accused him of being a ‘postman’ for a notorious criminal. The paper was ordered to rectify the accusation and pay a substantial amount in damages. Other clients include the European Commission and Warner Bros TV.
