Didier Alm

introduction

Didier is a commercially minded attorney who draws on his in-house counsel background to advise clients across creative, technology and other sectors.

Didier’s core expertise covers outsourcing, delivery and transformation arrangements for technology systems, as well as the development, deployment and commercialisation of XaaS, software and cloud solutions. He also represents clients in technology-related disputes.

Intellectual property and licensing are likewise among Didier’s domains of expertise. He assists clients in matters relating to copyright, trademarks and domain names, as well as employee inventions, trade secrets and the commercialisation of intellectual property. Didier devises IP protection strategies, assists in IP portfolio management, and drafts and negotiates licensing, franchising, R&D and collaboration agreements.

Didier’s expertise further extends to data protection and artificial intelligence. He assists clients with data controller and data processor compliance, assessments of risks and lawful processing bases, and the drafting of privacy policies and data processing agreements. He also advises on engagement with supervisory authorities, management of data breach incidents, and matters relating to the development and deployment of artificial intelligence.

Whether guiding clients through complex projects or addressing more routine legal matters, Didier provides insightful and solution-oriented counsel with a hands-on approach. His extensive industry knowledge and thorough understanding of evolving regulatory frameworks enable clients to navigate an increasingly complex regulatory environment and capitalise on the opportunities presented by digitalisation. He works purposefully and with determination, always keeping the assignment’s commercial objectives in mind while flexibly adapting his approach as the situation requires.

Didier offers bespoke training across all of the above areas.