Matthijs Kaaks advises a number of high-profile individuals on defamation claims. He also assists clients with disputes regarding advertising, image rights and the right to information.
Matthijs Kaaks is a very good lawyer with excellent knowledge of the market.
Matthijs Kaaks advises a number of high-profile individuals on defamation claims. He also assists clients with advertising disputes, particularly the use of image rights. “He is an extraordinarily creative and sharp lawyer; a superb litigator who is always fully committed.”
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 strong focus on media and IP matters, 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.
