Tanguy Van Overstraeten
About Tanguy Van Overstraeten
Tanguy Van Overstraeten is a partner at Linklaters LLP, where he serves as the Head of TMT IP in Brussels and the Global Head of Data Protection and Privacy. With over 37 years of experience, he specializes in data protection law and advises on GDPR compliance, AI-related regulatory risks, and cyber preparedness.
Work at Linklaters
Tanguy Van Overstraeten has been a Partner at Linklaters LLP since 1987, where he serves as the Head of TMT IP in Brussels and the Global Head of Data Protection and Privacy. His extensive tenure of 37 years at the firm highlights his commitment to the legal profession. In his current role, he leads initiatives related to data protection, privacy compliance, and technology law, providing strategic guidance to clients on complex legal matters.
Education and Expertise
Tanguy Van Overstraeten holds an LL.M. degree from the University of Chicago Law School, which he obtained from 1990 to 1991. He also earned a Licence in Law from Université libre de Bruxelles, where he studied from 1982 to 1987. His educational background is complemented by his early schooling at Ecole St Joseph de Waterloo and Athénée Royal de Waterloo. His expertise encompasses data protection and privacy law, with a focus on GDPR compliance and regulatory issues.
Background
Before joining Linklaters, Tanguy Van Overstraeten worked as Foreign Counsel at TMI Associates for one year, from 1991 to 1992. His foundational education includes a primary education at Ecole St Joseph de Waterloo and secondary education at Athénée Royal de Waterloo, where he studied Latin-Sciences. This diverse educational background has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of legal frameworks.
Achievements
As the Global Head of Data Protection and Privacy at Linklaters, Tanguy Van Overstraeten has played a significant role in advising clients on GDPR privacy compliance programs. He is involved in a multi-disciplinary global AI practice, focusing on regulatory, enforcement, and litigation risks associated with artificial intelligence. His work also includes advising on cyber preparedness and response, as well as developing practical global compliance project plans.