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Simon Sanders

Advocaat

CMS Derks Star Busmann
Atrium - Parnassusweg 737
1077 DG Amsterdam
PO Box 94700
1090 GS Amsterdam
Netherlands
Languages English, Dutch

Simon Sanders is an advocaat in our IP/TMC Practice Area Group. As a former in-house counsel for a leading telecommunications multinational, he was hired by CMS to lead the telecommunications practice. Since then the practice has been expanding at a rapid pace. In addition, Simon advises both suppliers and customers on all legal aspects of contracting and implementing complex IT projects. Simon’s knowledge of the technical and operational aspects of telecommunications and IT, combined with his legal skills, are widely acknowledged. ​

Simon is an active member of the CMS International Telecommunications Practice Group, which has access to the combined knowledge of 54 offices in 29 jurisdictions.

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"Simon is highly rated for combining his legal expertise and understanding of tech issues with ‘honest, open and transparent‘ communication skills."

The Legal 500 EMEA, 2022

"Simon Sanders is a very practical lawyer and has excellent knowledge of information technology."

The Legal 500 EMEA, 2021

"Simon Sanders was very involved with the project. In his investigation, he was very strict, businesslike, and thorough. When he presented the results to our audience, he did this in a very inspiring way. He found a way to explain the results of his research in an accessible way."

The Legal 500 EMEA, 2020

"Simon Sanders has a wealth of experience advising IT and telecoms clients on all areas of digital business."

The Legal 500 EMEA, 2020

"Rather than take an adversarial approach, Simon Sanders was very collaborative, whilst also protecting his client’s interests. As a result, we were able to progress the negotiation at pace, minimising expenditure of time and cost."

The Legal 500 EMEA, 2020

Awards & Rankings

  • The Legal 500 EMEA, 2024, Simon Sanders is Recommended
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Education

  • Dutch Law (International Law), Utrecht University
  • Company and Commercial Law, Grotius Academy for Post-Graduate Law Studies
  • Dutch Law (Company and Social Law and Economics), Utrecht University
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16/04/2024
CMS advises Turn/River Capital on the acquisition of APRO Software Solutions
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AI Act and its implications on the automotive industry
Join us for an exclusive webinar where we delve into the intricacies of the AI Act and its implications in the automotive industry. As AI continues to revolutionize the way vehicles are designed, manufactured, and operated, it's imperative for industry professionals to understand the regulatory landscape shaping its usage. Our webinar brings together a panel of distinguished experts, including legal luminaries, representatives from the European Commission, and experts from EU legislative bodies. They will provide invaluable insights, guidance, and interpretation on the AI Act's provisions, ensuring that participants gain a comprehensive understanding of its impact on automotive innovation and compliance.
27/03/2024
CMS ranked in the Legal 500 EMEA 2024
The latest rankings of the Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) are out. We would like to thank our clients for their trust in us and their feedback. Our lawyers are described as 'personal...
25/03/2024
CMS advises Oliver Wyman on acquisition Innopay
CMS advised Oliver Wyman on its acquisition of all shares in the capital of Innopay. Innopay is an international consultancy firm specialised in digital transactions. They help companies anywhere in the...
26/02/2024
CMS at Mobile World Congress
CMS lawyers are pleased to be attending the Mobile World Congress held in Barcelona on 26 – 29 February.  Below you can find an overview of our attending partners, representing a large range of jurisdictions and practice areas. To arrange a meeting, please contact the individual lawyers directly. At CMS, we are proud to have some of the leading global legal specialists in the technology, media and communications sector. Fuelled by huge customer demand for cutting-edge products and increased supply of pioneering services, the sectors of technology, media and communications have each undergone unprecedented change. Innovation is key, and so tech and telecoms suppliers, and creators and distributors of media, need to protect their investments and maximise their commercial opportunities. Our global team of over 800 specialist Technology, Media and Communications (TMC) lawyers has been exposed to virtually every risk and challenge you face. With our long-standing focus on advising players, users, regulators and financiers in the sector we are best placed to deliver innovative solutions through our award-winning disputes, transactions, IP, commercial, data privacy and security, employment and tax practices. To find out more about CMS Technology, Media and Communications cap­ab­il­it­ies, vis­it our webpage belowLearn more about TMCFor further information, please see our partners attending the congress in the gallery below and an overview of all our expertise areas.
18/12/2023
CMS advises Carl Zeiss Meditec AG on its acquisition of D.O.R.C.
CMS has advised Carl Zeiss Meditec AG, listed on the MDAX and TecDAX of the German stock exchange and one of the world's leading medical technology companies, on its agreement to acquire all shares in...
20/09/2023
CMS advises Bynder on the acquisition of EMRAYS
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03/07/2023
CMS advises Royal Unibrew on its acquisition of Vrumona
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18/05/2023
5G regulation and law in the Netherlands
1. What is the state of 5G deployment in your country? The Netherlands lags behind other countries in making spectrum available for 5G. At the moment, 5G is still mainly used by consumers. More than two...
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12/04/2023
CMS ranked in the new Legal 500 EMEA
The latest rankings of the Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) are out. We would like to thank our clients for their trust in us and their feedback. Our lawyers are described as 'personal, professional...
11/11/2022
Technology Transformation – Financial Services
The Financial Services (FS) sector is a leader in protecting its tech infrastructure, reflecting the high degree of scrutiny from regulators. FS firms are at a tipping point, with large incumbents eying...