Tom De Coster

Belgium

Strelia · Tom De Coster is a partner and heads our Intellectual Property and Technology practice. Tom’s practice spans high-stake contentious and non-contentious matters involving all types of intellectual property rights (patents, copyrights, trademarks, etc.), IT, and technologies. He advises on licensing, agency, concession, distribution, franchising, transitional and longer-term services and outsourcing agreements. His team also handles data privacy, cybersecurity, telecommunications, and EU digital initiatives-related assignments. Tom has an established track record in advising international and Belgian clients on strategic innovation decisions and projects. These include, for example, BD&L and R&D in the context of IP commercialization and cross-border transactions. With his experience, Tom is skilled in leading complex negotiations and drafting critical agreements to help clients monetize their IP rights and bolster their overall business goals. Over the years, Tom has earned many accolades for his legal work and business acumen as recognized in major legal directories. Tom’s expertise covers many industries, yet his focus is on healthcare, technology, FMCG, and financial services. He provides strategic legal guidance on emerging trends (including AI and GenAI) in these sectors. He identifies business risks and opportunities and supports clients in navigating complex regulatory frameworks. Tom has written and co-written several articles on IP and IT law doctrine and is a regular speaker on this subject area at conferences and seminars.

Belgium