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Attorney at law
IT, Privacy & Cybersecurity
Menno de Wijs is a highly motivated professional with extensive knowledge and expertise, and a result-oriented approach.
Menno de Wijs is a highly motivated professional with extensive knowledge and expertise, and a result-oriented approach.
Menno graduated from Leiden University in Civil Law in 2009, with a focus on ‘Legal protection in procurements’. He then commenced his legal career as an attorney at De Clercq. He won the Hague Moot Court Competitions in 2012, and went on to take second place in the National Moot Court Competitions. Since graduating, Menno has continued to regularly attend professional development courses and seminars.
Menno’s daily practice is procedural in nature, with an ongoing focus on IT and procurement issues. In recent years, he has served as lead counsel in a variety of tenders and complex legal proceedings. For example, Menno recently advised on the tender for the European Commission’s European Digital Identity Wallet (contract value of €26 million), and also argued successfully before the Court on the right of tenderers to rectify a tender. Menno also advises and litigates on performance disputes in awarded contracts.
Menno provides advice to both suppliers and contracting authorities, including museums, municipal health institutions and parts of various government ministries.
Procurement law preliminary relief proceedings relating to IT service provision
Recovery of an undue benefit payment on behalf of a pension fund
Procurement law preliminary relief proceedings relating to the supply of hardware
Procurement law preliminary relief proceedings
Contract interpretation and subsequent proceedings to determine damages
Procurement law preliminary relief proceedings relating to rectification of errors in a tender
IT procurement law preliminary relief proceedings
Appeal on whether the European Single Procurement Document (ESPD) may be rectified by a tenderer
In addition, Menno’s previous work has included recovery of wrongfully paid funds, liability matters, the consequences of an aborted merger, and non-performance of purchase agreements.
14 January 2025
In 2025, De Clercq Attorneys Notary celebrates its 175th anniversary. Starting out as a solo practice and family business, it has developed into a dynamic and leading legal firm. With national and international recognition, De Clercq is renowned for its expertise in five legal areas: Employment/Employee Participation/Mediation, IT/Privacy/Cybersecurity, Corporate Law, Real Estate/Government, and Notary.
Employment, Employee Participation & Mediation
9 January 2025
Over the past year, courts have once again ruled on several employee participation issues. In this blog, we discuss some of these 2024 rulings, along with practical tips.
Employment, Employee Participation & Mediation
6 January 2025
The work environment has undergone significant changes in recent years. Technological advancements, a new generation of employees, and workers' desire to prioritize work-life balance compel employers to rethink their policies and employment terms. Adapting to these changes is crucial, as modern employment terms are increasingly a key factor in talent retention, attracting new employees, productivity, and overall employee engagement. What modern employment terms can you consider? This blog series will explore them in detail.