Since I was a child I liked technology and computers and for a long time I planned to become a programmer. That didn't happen, but I did eventually get closer to information technology. My primary specialisation is ICT law. In addition, I also specialise in other areas relating to the protection of clients' intellectual property. Moreover, I have a particular fondness for contract law, which allows a lawyer to look under the lid of his clients' real business and operations in more complicated transactions. And as business is increasingly cross-border, I enjoy dealing with these legal aspects hidden under the name of private international law.
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