Christoph Jeloschek

IT procesvoering & arbitrage / E-commerce / Handelsgeschillen / Arbitrage / Follow-on geschillen / Grensoverschrijdende procesvoering & arbitrage / German Desk.

Christoph is een commercieel procesadvocaat en arbiter die optreedt in problemen bij grensoverschrijdende handelstransacties, bijvoorbeeld over koop-, agentuur-, distributie- en andere duurovereenkomsten. Hij houdt zich vooral bezig met complexe geschillen in de IT-sector en adviseert regelmatig cliënten over productaansprakelijkheid. Als lid van Kennedy Van der Laan’s German desk adviseert hij vaak over IT-procedures in Nederland voor Duitstalige cliënten.

Christoph heeft vanwege zijn eerdere ervaring met niet-processuele werkzaamheden (bijv. advies en contracten) een praktisch begrip van relevante zakelijke geschillen en van de behoeften van cliënten.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2022 - Industry focus: Information Technology - Tier 1

The depth of Kennedy Van der Laan‘s sector expertise is confirmed by clients who report that ‘they speak our language‘. The large size of the practice, including a substantial team of associates with technical backgrounds. allows it to scale up to take on large projects and regularly post secondees to key clients. The team is also at the forefront of rolling out legal tech initiatives for its clients, for example the ‘customised alliance’ – knowledge sharing between attorneys and in-house counsels across various jurisdictions. The lead partners provide a comprehensive range of expertise: Patrick Wit heads IT and IT outsourcing; Reinoud Westerdijk as the key contact for IT licensing, cloud sourcing and procurement; Joost Schmaal the main name for IT outsourcing and emerging technologies, and Christoph Jeloschek as the specialist in IT litigation and arbitration. The group's expertise includes large-scale outsourcing, assistance with matters involving cutting edge areas such as AI and green IT, and related areas such as cybercrime and competition issues.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2022 - Commercial litigation – ranked

Kennedy Van der Laan acts for both domestic and international clients on complex cross-border disputes, and has recently seen an uptick in collective actions instructions. Christoph Jeloschek co-heads the team and has considerable experience in cross-border litigation, particularly in the it sector. Martine de Koning also co-heads the team and is recommended for commercial disputes.

Chambers Global 2021 - Dispute Resolution: Netherlands - Foreign Expertise in Austria & Germany

Christoph Jeloschek is well practised in representing Dutch companies in commercial litigation and arbitration involving Austria and Germany.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2020 - Dispute Resolution: Commercial Litigation

A notable list of clients turn to the team at Kennedy Van der Laan for assistance with commercial litigation. Work handled by the firm spans contract disputes, interim relief proceedings, and pre-trial actions. A team led by Martine de Koning is representing a global sports brand in cross-border litigation regarding online sales restrictions in its selective distribution policy. Also recommended are joint practice heads Christoph Jeloschek and Bart-Adriaan de Ruijter; the latter specialises particularly in matters concerning D&O liability.

Chambers Global 2020 - Dispute Resolution – Netherlands - Ranked

Christoph Jeloschek is "particularly well positioned on cross-border cases" and "very knowledgeable in international law." He often represents Dutch companies in commercial disputes involving Austria and Germany.

The Legal 500 EMEA 2019 - Industry focus: Information Technology

Kennedy Van der Laan is highlighted for its 'fast and in-depth advice, ability to understand business problems, and for offering the right solutions'. In addition to outsourcing and other IT projects, the team also handles IT disputes, e-commerce mandates, cybercrime, and public procurement matters. Patrick Wit is in demand for his 'negotiation expertise', while other well-regarded partners include Joost Linnemann, Hester de Vries, and Christoph Jeloschek; senior associate Joost Schmaal is also a name to note. The team counts TNT, McDonald’s and Stichting BKR among its broad client base.

Chambers Global 2019 – Foreign Expert

"Christoph Jeloschek of Kennedy Van der Laan is recognised as "very knowledgeable on European procedural law" and described by sources as "focused, reliable and quick." Well acquainted with Austrian and German legal issues, he regularly acts for clients on commercial disputes and arbitration."

Chambers Global 2019 – Foreign Expert

"Christoph Jeloschek of Kennedy Van der Laan in Amsterdam focuses on cross-border litigation, has degrees in both Austrian and Dutch law, and is fluent in German. He advises on IP disputes from his base in Amsterdam and frequently represents German clients."

Chambers Global 2018 - Litigation - Ranked

"Amsterdam-based Christoph Jeloschek of Kennedy Van der Laan is a native German speaker. He regularly represents German-speaking clients in cross-border litigation proceedings, with a strong focus on the IT industry."

Chambers Global 2018 - Litigation - Ranked

"Christoph Jeloschek of Kennedy Van der Laan is qualified in Dutch and Austrian law and routinely handles mandates with German components, owing to his fluency in German. His recent work includes contractual disputes concerning the termination of a distribution agreement involving the German market."

The Legal 500 EMEA 2018 - Information Technology - Ranked

"Kennedy Van der Laan’s team is led by Joost Linnemann, with support from Reinoud Westerdijk, outsourcing expert Patrick Wit and data protection specialist Hester de Vries. Microsoft, ABN Amro and Capgemini are clients. Litigator and arbitrator Christoph Jeloschek made partner in January 2017; Joost Schmaal is also recommended."

• Is trusted advisor van het bestuur van een Nederlandse Investeringsbank, adviseert over alle aspecten van IT-outsourcing;
• Assisteert en vertegenwoordigt een multinational die beeldvormende en optische producten maakt;
• Staat een in Italië gevestigd staalbedrijf bij in procedures tegen andere leden van een voormalig staalkartel, die allemaal een boete kregen van de Europese Commissie voor deelname aan dat kartel. De zaak is spraakmakend, omdat de uitkomst van invloed is op de aantrekkelijkheid van Nederland als forum voor dergelijke procedures;
• Vertegenwoordigt een toonaangevende tech-multinational die gedaagde is in een zaak met de Nederlandse politie over licentierechten;
• Vertegenwoordigt een wereldwijd opererende agri-onderneming in een gecompliceerd geschil over contractbreuk met een van zijn leveranciers.