IT and technology law
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Tech companies work in sprints; their legal counsel often don't. We do. We draft SaaS and licence agreements, handle privacy and data processing, and advise on the use of AI within the legal framework.
Kasper Ripken is registered as a specialist in information law in the register of legal practice areas of the Dutch Bar Association.
How we can help
SaaS agreements and SLAs, software licences and development agreements, data processing agreements and GDPR, intellectual property on software, AI regulation and general terms and conditions for platforms.
Recent work
Contract set for a Delft-based SaaS scale-up: client agreement, SLA, data processing agreement and general terms and conditions, ready for the first enterprise clients.
Frequently asked questions
What does an IT lawyer do?
An IT lawyer advises on legal issues in the technology sector. This includes SaaS contracts, software licences, IT projects, data protection, privacy (GDPR), cybersecurity, AI regulation and intellectual property on software. The IT lawyer helps tech companies grow and protect their interests.
What should a SaaS contract include?
A good SaaS contract includes provisions on: licence and user rights, service levels (SLA), uptime guarantees, pricing and payment terms, data ownership and portability, security and privacy, liability and indemnities, intellectual property, and termination and exit scenarios.
What is a data processing agreement?
A data processing agreement (DPA) is a contract between a data controller and a data processor regarding the processing of personal data. The GDPR requires parties to enter into this agreement. It contains agreements on security, sub-processors, audits and data breaches.
How do I legally protect my software?
Software is automatically protected by copyright. In addition, you can take measures such as: non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), clear licence terms, source code escrow arrangements, and good employment contracts with IP provisions. In some cases, a patent is possible for technical innovations.
What is the AI Act and does it apply to my company?
The AI Act is European regulation that sets requirements for AI systems. Systems are classified into risk categories: from minimal risk (no requirements) to unacceptable risk (prohibited). High-risk AI systems must meet strict requirements for documentation, transparency and human oversight. The law will enter into force in phases.