Jos De Wachter is a lawyer focusing on new technologies, trust services, information security and data protection. He combines a solid legal background with strong technical expertise as a civil engineer.
Background and career
Jos De Wachter (°1979, Leuven) graduated as a civil engineer (2002, cum laude) and obtained his Master of Laws (2006, cum laude) and his bachelor's degree in Applied Economics (2006) from the University of Leuven (KU Leuven).
He began his career as a lawyer at the Brussels Bar (2006). In 2011, he left the Bar to work as in-house legal counsel at the listed technology group Zetes Industries. After five years, he returned to the Bar.
As a lawyer, Jos specialises in ICT law, intellectual property, privacy and security. He also regularly serves as a director in various associations.
Accreditations and training
- CIPP/E — Certified Information Privacy Professional/Europe (IAPP)
- CIPM — Certified Information Privacy Manager (IAPP)
- CISM — Certified Information Security Manager (ISACA)
In 2019, he completed training as a mediator in civil and commercial matters. In 2020 and 2025, he followed courses on artificial intelligence.
Languages
English, Dutch, French
Areas of expertise — ICT and IP law
- Privacy and security
- Compliance
- Trust services (electronic signatures and timestamps)
- Internet and telecommunications
- Digital transformation
- Intellectual property
- Artificial intelligence