Klaus Brisch - Lawyer
Klaus Brisch is a certified lawyer in information technology law. He has extensive experience in IP, hardware and software licensing, IT-compliance, data protection, cyber-security, additive manufacturing (3D-printing), application of „artificial intelligence“ in various industry sectors and blockchain. At Grant Thornton, he is head of IT/IP, Data Protection/Privacy, Digital Innovation for the legal service line.
He advises his clients on their „digital transformation“, the development of innovative technologies and business models up to commercial viability. Klaus Brisch advises companies in their strategic „intangible asset rights management“ and technology- and data-based challenges.
Fields of expertise
- Strategic advice of companies in various industries in software and hardware sourcing and complex IT-projects
- Allocation analysis of „intangible assets“ in companies and support in the development of innovative, intangible asset-based products and services
Publications/Memberships
- Regular publications on specific legal issues in IT and technology law
- Head of the Committee of the Cologne Bar Association to certify its applicants as “Attorney in IT Law”
- Member of the Data Protection and Privacy Committee of the German Bar Association
Qualifications
- Lawyer
- Lawyer in information technology law
- LL.M.
Latest Articles
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Federal Court of Justice decides on claims after data protection incident at Facebook
Damages awarded for loss of control of personal data
Companies must protect data even better. There is the risk of action for damages if data subjects lose control of their personal data for even a short while.
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2 min read
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28 Nov 2024
Cyber Security
NIS-2 poses new challenges for German SMEs
The EU NIS-2 Directive is a significant step towards improving cyber security in Europe. By introducing stricter security requirements for numerous companies and sectors and promoting international cooperation, it aims to strengthen the EU's resilience to cyber threats.
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5 min read
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26 Apr 2024
EU regulation of the digital economy
New legal requirements on businesses
The EU is creating a new legal framework for digital business models. Legislation like the Digital Markets Act, Digital Services Act, Data Act and AI Act includes a multitude of provisions that have to be complied with and legally implemented.
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6 min read
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27 Feb 2024
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