Ron Lamme
Profile
Ron received his master's degree from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam in 2016 and was admitted to the Bar in 2017. His practice is centred on intellectual property and media law, with a strong focus on licensing across a variety of sectors, including film, television, publishing, and digital media. Ron frequently advises clients in the entertainment and events industry, offering guidance on digital events, streaming, and content distribution.
He has considerable experience in representing companies on matters of intermediary liability, defamation, journalism, and unlawful publications, including complex disputes involving freedom of expression. Ron regularly provides strategic counsel to media outlets, broadcasters, and newspapers on compliance, licensing, and rights management, helping them to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of digital and traditional media.
Ron is also a lecturer on copyright and media law at the Leiden Law Lunch (PAO Leiden), sharing his expertise on a variety of intellectual property topics.
Representative Cases
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EXPERTISE IN JOURNALISM
Ron has represented media organisations in significant journalism-related cases, including notable work for VPRO on matters of press freedom and content disputes, such as the podcast De Deventer Mediazaak and the TV-programme 'Danny's Wereld'.
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EXPERTISE IN THE EVENTS INDUSTRY
Since 2017, Ron has been a trusted legal advisor for ticket provider See Tickets in the Benelux, focusing on legal challenges related to festivals and large-scale events.
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COMPREHENSIVE LICENSING EXPERTISE
Ron possesses a broad background in licensing, advising clients on general licensing matters across digital platforms, traditional media, and print. This includes particular expertise in film and television, where he navigates complex rights negotiations and content usage agreements. Additionally, Ron provides guidance to major brands on sponsorship regulations and product placements, ensuring compliance in advertising and television series.
Professional Affiliations
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VMC • Association for Media and Communication Law
Publications
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CASE COMMENT REGARDING THE LANDROVER VS. INEOS JUDGEMENT IE Forum 2022, IEF 20561
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TIJDSCHRIFT VOOR INTERNETRECHT 2017, nr, 2
“Een streep door de algemene bewaarplicht, een streep onder het recht op privacy – Noot bij het arrest van het Hof van Justitie van de Europese Unie inzake de samengevoegde zaken Tele2 Sverige tegen Post-och telestyrelsen en Secretary of State for the Home Department tegen Tom Watson e.a.”
Recommendations
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Legal 500
Ron is listed in Legal 500 as a key lawyer of AC&R's Media & Entertainment team:
“Associate, Ron Lamme, brings an added dimension of expertise in information technology to the media and entertainment practice.”
Registration
In the Netherlands Bar’s register of legal practice areas (rechtsgebiedenregister), Ron Lamme has registered ‘Intellectual Property Law’ and ‘Information Law; Media Law’ as his legal practice areas. Based on this registration, Ron is required to obtain ten training credits per calendar year in both of these legal practice areas in accordance with the standards set by the Netherlands Bar.
