IT law / IT disputes / outsourcing / cloudsourcing / contract negotiation/ information law / software copyright / licensing / database rights / data protection / GDPR

Judica Krikke is a partner in the technology team. She specializes in IT and data protection law. Judica engages in IT contracting processes, outsourcing and cloudsourcing, and the resolution of complex IT disputes. She is an expert in the field of software licenses and compliance.

Krikke regularly publishes on developments in the field of information law. She is co-head lecturer of the specialization course IT, data & law at Grotius Academie. She is also an arbitrator at the Foundation for the Settlement of Automation Disputes (Stichting Geschillenoplossing Automatisering, “SGOA”), the Dutch forum for alternative dispute resolution of IT disputes.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024 - Industry Focus: Information Technology - Tier 1

Kennedy Van der Laan’s ‘top of the market’ team offers comprehensive services in the IT sector, addressing transactional, regulatory, commercial and contentious aspects. The group’s leadership comprises Patrick Wit, Reinoud Westerdijk, Joost Schmaal, Christoph Jeloschek and Judica Krikke. Wit focuses on IT outsourcing, tech projects, cyber security and digital transformation, particularly serving the financial services, healthcare and retail sectors. Westerdijk is an expert in IT contracting, including cloud solutions, cyber security and IT public procurement. Schmaal’s expertise lies in IT and BPO outsourcing, procurement and tech litigation, and represents insurance clients in IT-related litigation. Krikke, who joined in March 2023 from Stibbe, brings extensive experience in IT outsourcing, cloud sourcing, software licensing and data protection. Jeloschek is the lead for IT litigation and arbitration at the firm.

Leading Individuals

Judica Krikke
Patrick Wit

The Legal 500 EMEA 2024 - Data Privacy and Data Protection - Tier 1

Kennedy Van der Laan is well-versed in administrative enforcement law and data protection law, allowing it to advise on a range of contentious and non-contentious privacy issues. The firm excels in assisting clients in the financial, logistics, telecommunications, entertainment, and healthcare sectors. The team routinely undertakes investigations and enforcement proceedings carried out by data protection regulators both locally and internationally and recently formed a 24/7 incident response team. Hester de Vries, Quirine Tjeenk Willink, Rosalie Brand, and Judica Krikke all jointly chair the practice. De Vries handles issues at the forefront of data protection such as AI, open data, platforms for data sharing, and adtech. Litigator Tjeenk Willink is an enforcement law specialist, Brand was promoted to partner in 2023 and mainly supports clients with cybersecurity incidents. Krikke focuses on complex digital transformation processes, IT and cloud outsourcing issues. Elise Troll was appointed counsel in 2023 and advises on data protection particularly in relation to telecoms.

Leading individuals

Quirine Tjeenk Willink
Judica Krikke

Chambers Europe 2024 - TMT: IT & IT Outsourcing - Band 1

Judica Krikke is a market-leading lawyer in the field of IT. She represents clients in technology sector disputes and in the negotiation of supply agreements and outsourcing contracts. She has experience in procurement tenders and advising on regulatory compliance.

Strengths

"Judica is really an expert in complex software agreements; she adds a lot of value for us, is very business-oriented, and happy to jump on calls with internal stakeholders."

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023 - Industry Focus: Information Technology - Tier 1

With the arrival of Judica Krikke, former head of Stibbe‘s IT department, in March 2023, Kennedy Van der Laan continues to be a go-to for clients seeking advice on major projects. Krikke not only brings expertise on IT procurement processes and ERP contracting but also represents clients in disputes concerning failed IT implementations. Patrick Wit works on tech projects, IT contracting, cybersecurity and digital transformations. Reinoud Westerdijk specialises in IT contractual joint ventures and public procurements and acts for high-tech suppliers and service providers. Christoph Jeloschek acts for large Dutch and international companies on cross-border litigations and complex IT disputes concerning failed IT projects. Joost Schmaal assists with emerging technologies such as smart contracts and AI. Senior associates Astrid Sixma and Veerle van Dreunen provide outstanding support and lead on large-scale transactions involving the integration of technology in transport projects.

Leading Individuals

Judica Krikke
Patrick Wit

The Legal 500 EMEA 2023 - Data Privacy and Data Protection - Tier 1

Kennedy Van der Laan has ‘unique expertise in the area of cybersecurity’. Head of the data protection practice Hester de Vries is testament to this, advising public sector and private sector clients, operating in complex new digital ecosystems, such as digital payments and gaming, on data protection governance. The arrival of Judica Krikke from Stibbe, where she led the IT, IP and data protection teams, strengthens the practice further.

Leading individuals

Quirine Tjeenk Willink
Judica Krikke

Chambers Europe 2023 - TMT: IT & IT Outsourcing - Band 1

Judica Krikke is a market-leading lawyer in the field of IT. She represents clients in technology sector disputes and in the negotiation of supply agreements and outsourcing contracts. She has experience in procurement tenders and advising on regulatory compliance.

Strengths

"She is very knowledgeable and offers practical advice."

The Legal 500 EMEA 2022 - Leading individual

Chambers Europe 2022 - TMT: IT & IT Outsourcing - Band 1

A client appreciates Judica Krikke for her ability to "understand and interpret our questions and wishes." She represents clients in technology sector disputes and in the negotiation of supply agreements and outsourcing contracts. She has experience in procurement tenders and advising on regulatory compliance.