Zadeh Legal
Tech Law.   Human Insight.

In a world defined by rapid innovation, I believe legal solutions should be clear, practical and forward-looking.

As an attorney (advocaat) with specialized expertise in AI, technology, privacy and contracting law, I help you navigate complex digital challenges.

So you can move confidently into the future.

My name is Sarah Zadeh. Working as an attorney (advocaat) with over 9 years of legal experience both in-house as well as at different (inter)national law firms, I merge technical and legal expertise with a personal touch.

With a robust background in technology law, privacy & data protection, outsourcing & commercial contracting, and AI, ethics & compliance, I have successfully guided clients - from ambitious startups to global enterprises - through the complexities of today’s digital landscape.

Leveraging a forward-thinking, solution-oriented approach, I focus on delivering clear and practical legal advice that empowers you to innovate confidently, protect your interests, and stay ahead of evolving EU regulations.

I bring sector-specific expertise across industries where privacy, technology, and compliance intersect, including:

  • Healthcare and medical data, where privacy and regulatory requirements are especially stringent. I help healthcare organizations and digital health providers navigate complex privacy laws, ethical considerations, and sensitive data challenges with precision and care.

  • High tech and AI-driven businesses, where innovation moves faster than regulation, and legal strategies must keep pace.

  • E-commerce and digital platforms, where data-driven operations, consumer trust, and platform regulations require careful alignment with privacy, consumer protection, and cybersecurity obligations.

My experience allows me to offer practical, business-minded advice tailored to the unique risks, challenges, and opportunities of each sector: helping you move forward safely, strategically, and in compliance with evolving laws.

Beyond my day-to-day practice, I regularly share insights via publications, presentations (International Bar Association, The Next Web Conference, Responsible AI Summit), and guest appearances (NPO, BNR, DeBalie). My contributions focus on cutting-edge regulatory developments, ethical considerations, and practical strategies for navigating the evolving digital landscape: empowering individuals and organizations to innovate responsibly and thrive in a tech-driven world.

If you're looking for sharp, practical legal advice in tech, privacy, or AI: let’s connect.
📩 Email me at sarah@zadehlegal.com
📞 Call me at +31 (0)6 199 259 22
🔗 Or find me on LinkedIn

About me

Services

    • Data Protection Officer (DPO), Privacy Officer and AI Officer services (flexible or interim)

    • Advising on GDPR compliance and (cross-border) data transfers

    • Offering strategic privacy advice

    • Drafting processing agreements, policies and assessments (such as DPIA’s and LIA’s)

    • Privacy litigation and dispute resolution, including pre-litigation advice, strategy, negotiation and settlement support.

    • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating:

      • Technology, SaaS & outsourcing agreements

      • AI development & deployment contracts

      • Licensing & data-sharing agreements

    • Risk assessments and contract management

    • Technology-related litigation and dispute resolution, including pre-litigation advice, strategy, negotiation and settlement support.

    • Advising on AI governance frameworks

    • Drafting AI policies, guidelines and assessments

    • Offering training and workshops on responsible AI, compliance & ethics

  • I am passionate about making complex legal and ethical issues in technology accessible and actionable, helping businesses, policymakers, and individuals navigate the rapidly changing digital landscape with confidence.

    Typical speaking topics include:

    • AI governance and the EU AI Act

    • Tech ethics and responsible innovation

    • Privacy and data protection in practice, or in specific sectors such as the health care sector

    • Platform regulation and digital services compliance

What my  clients  are  saying

“(…) Available and responded quickly to my requests. Especially Sarah Zadeh was very skilled in her field. Her knowledge of the IT world really helped me in making the right choices.”

— Legal 500, 2025

“Sarah Zadeh always surprises me with her diligence, her willingness to dive deep into subject matter with her high attention to detail.”

— Legal 500, 2025

“Sarah Zadeh [is] reliable for complex IP/technology matters.”

— Legal 500, 2024

Nominated

Key Lawyer - Data Privacy and Data Protection

(Legal 500, 2025 and Legal 500, 2024)

Key Lawyer - Information Technology

(Legal 500, 2024)