About Me

As a partner and head of our Commercial group in the Netherlands based in The Hague, I have significant expertise in technology law and digital business. I am also a member of our Tech & Comms Group.

Focusing on commercial matters in IT and other technology-based industries, I am a specialist in digital business and technology contracts, with expertise in online business-to-consumer matters, advising our clients on all aspects of trading practices, marketing and advertising.

I also advise on commercial contracts covering distribution, sales, agency, co-operation and procurement arrangements, acting on behalf of suppliers and customers. Additionally, I represent our clients in legal proceedings in my areas of expertise.

In addition to regular speaking engagements at internal and external seminars and courses, I am also a co-editor of the legal journal 'Juridisch Up To Date' ('Legally Up To Date') and regularly contribute to other leading legal journals. I am a co-author of the leading handbook 'Recht en Computer' ('Law and Computer') (Kluwer 2014 – 6th edition).

I am Chair of the Netherlands Association of Computer Lawyers. I am also a member of various professional associations in IT and commercial law, including ITechlaw, the Netherlands Association for Media and Communication Law, and the Netherlands Association for Distribution, Franchising and Agency Law.
Education

Studied

  • Grotius Academie, Information Technology Law (cum laude)
  • UCL, LLM, Intellectual Property Law and Media Law
  • Leiden University, Master's Degree, Law

Admissions

  • Netherlands Bar Association
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Testimonials

'The 'very proactive' Roelien Van Neck regularly advises clients on e-commerce matters. She also has experience in the roll-out processes of online platforms and outsourcing agreements. One client praises her as 'a great partner for our business.''

Chambers Europe, 2021

Roelien van Neck is "well known for her superb work on IT-related commercial matters."

Who's Who Legal, 2021

'Roelien van Neck is in a class of her own. Roelien has shown an incredible amount of dedication, provided sharp advice and has drawn up solid contracts for us. Her advice was essential to achieve the best result possible. Roelien is also a pleasant person. It's nice to work with her. Despite her busy schedule, she is always easily accessible and responds quickly. A top lawyer. I could not have wished for a better one.'

Legal 500 EMEA, 2020

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