GDPR, AI Act, Data Act & NIS2 – Compliance for the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg & Beyond
Technology moves across borders, and with it come legal obligations in multiple jurisdictions.
Organisations must manage privacy, AI, data governance, and security requirements at the same time.
FIRST PRIVACY helps companies meet these obligations in a clear and practical way.
We provide structured support in Privacy & Data Protection, AI Regulation, Data Governance, and Security & Regulatory Requirements from our office in Amsterdam.
Years experience
Experienced Lawyers
Company's DPO
Our Services
Many organisations face overlapping regulations. With broad experience across sectors and jurisdictions, we apply best practices and help teams implement compliance efficiently.
Across all service areas, we offer:
- Gap analyses with actionable steps
- Operational and legal support
- Policies, governance, and documentation
- Training for teams and management
- DPO-as-a-Service (for Privacy & Data Protection)
Privacy and Data Protection
We help organisations meet GDPR and similar privacy requirements through practical support and reliable processes.
Our services include:
- Records of Processing Activities (ROPA)
- Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA)
- Data breach assessment and notifications
- Internal policies, procedures, and privacy notices
- Marketing compliance (cookies, consent, tracking)
- International data transfers, DTIAs, and Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs)
- Handling data subject requests
- Managing interactions with supervisory authorities
- Audits and tailored documentation
AI Regulation
The EU AI Act introduces legal obligations for governance, documentation, and accountability.
We support organisations with:
- AI system classification and risk assessments
- Transparency and documentation duties
- Governance roles and internal responsibilities
- Assessments of AI vendors and tools
- Internal AI guidelines and policies
- Compliance planning and readiness assessments
We help organisations understand their obligations and comply with the AI Act in a practical way.
Data Governance and Data Act Compliance
The Data Act sets rules for data access, sharing, and interoperability across all types of data.
We assist with:
- Data Act obligations for connected products and services
- Access rights, interoperability, and data-sharing requirements
- Contract drafting and contract review
- Internal data governance and access structures
- Mapping data flows and responsibilities
- Governance documentation and operational processes
Security and Regulatory Requirements
Security regulations impose strict legal duties for governance, reporting, and risk management.
NIS2, DORA, GDPR security obligations, sector rules, and contractual requirements all demand effective and documented measures.
We support organisations with:
- NIS2 and DORA readiness and compliance mapping
- Legal requirements for incident reporting and escalation
- Governance structures and accountability frameworks
- Risk management processes and documentation
- Security policies, procedures, and contractual clauses
- Vendor and supply-chain security obligations
- ISO 27001 alignment where legally or contractually relevant
- Ongoing legal compliance monitoring and documentation
References
We work with organisations across a wide range of sectors and industries in Europe and internationally.
Our clients include Nebius, Verisure, NXP, JDE, Lekkerland / Conway, mylife Diabetes Care, Hamilton Medical, SoftwareOne, Factorial, FedEx, Fairphone, Heristo.
About Us
FIRST PRIVACY is based in Amsterdam (Netherlands), Bremen (headquarters), Würzburg (Germany) and Salzburg (Austria).
We provide legal advice on both the general legal framework and country-specific privacy legislation, supported by an international team of lawyers and experts.
FIRST PRIVACY is a member of the DSN GROUP, the largest provider of data protection services in Germany, acting as external Data Protection Officer for more than 1,500 companies and with over 20 years of hands-on experience.
Within the group, FIRST PRIVACY focuses on consulting companies in the Benelux and worldwide, supporting organisations from SMEs to international corporate groups.
Fore more information visit the DSN GROUP website.
Pro Bono Work
We support an inclusive society.
FIRST PRIVACY serves as the pro bono Data Protection Officer for Pride and Sports, contributing to their mission of improving visibility and safety for LGBTQIA+ people in sports. Would you like to support Pride and Sports? Visit their website.