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The world is experiencing rapid digitalisation. It is therefore essential that digital resilience and cybersecurity be strengthened and that protection be provided against IT and privacy risks. Naturally this applies in the case of the business community, although public authorities, and healthcare and educational institutions may not lag behind either.

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Ernst-Jan van de Pas

Lawyer - Managing Partner

IT & Privacy

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Mark Jansen

Lawyer - Associate Partner

IT & Privacy

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To what extent does an organisation have digital resilience?

While digital processes open up opportunities, organisations must be prepared for vulnerabilities such as IT dependency, data breaches and cybercrime. They are required to comply with applicable privacy and data protection laws and regulations. Early identification of risks and appropriate measures strengthen digital resilience and help organisations stay ahead. Being well prepared for a cyberattack or data breach can limit both financial and reputational damage.

From complex legislation to practical advice

Dirkzwager’s IT & Privacy team possesses an extensive knowledge of IT systems, the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and IT compliance legislation, complemented by a profound understanding of various industries. Our lawyers transpose complex IT and privacy legislation into practical advice.

Dirkzwager functions as a one-stop shop. In addition to privacy law, all of our experts are also familiar with one additional field of law, as well as a particular market sector, such as IT, labour, liability, insurance and health law. They help draft and assess contracts, assist with disputes and provide after-sales care in the event of damage claims.

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Client case

IT & Privacy

Dirkzwager's full-service approach fits the needs of our growing international IT company perfectly. An all-round advisor who completely goes through fire for us inside and outside the courtroom.”

Info Support unexpectedly became embroiled in a dispute. Dirkzwager's IT knowledge was invaluable. With their thorough approach Dirkzwager showed the court that both factually and legally things were different than the plaintiff claimed. As a result, only about 3% of the claim remained.

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Info Support

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IT & Privacy

A data breach can be overwhelming. It helps to have an experienced adviser in privacy law by your side who maintains oversight, stays calm under pressure and provides clear guidance on communication with affected individuals and external regulators."

In September 2021, the HAN was affected by a cyberattack that resulted in a data breach. The impact was felt across the entire organisation. Dirkzwager supported the HAN during crisis management and in communications with third parties, including the handling of claims.

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Hogeschool van Arnhem en Nijmegen

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