Freedom of the press and the right to access information are fundamental pillars of the democratic order. Not only the free press, but also individual citizens are therefore entitled to extensive rights to information, which are regulated in laws such as the Freedom of Information Act, the Consumer Information Act and the Environmental Information Act.

However, these demands for transparency and control reach their limits when personal data, confidentiality obligations or trade secrets are violated. We advise our clients on how to deal with information claims in this area of conflict and represent their interests in the relevant proceedings.