Lars Westhoff

Lars Westhoff is the owner and co-founder of Westhoff Van Namen, a law firm based in the Netherlands that focuses on international gaming and gambling matters. He has more than ten years of experience as a corporate lawyer in gaming, and gambling, and subsequently worked for four years as the head of the legal & compliance department at a large gaming company in the Netherlands.

Lars specialises in delivering expert legal support to licensed companies handling complex projects including M&A transactions, licence applications, and litigation concerning revoked licences. He is highly experienced in regulatory disputes, notably with the Dutch Gaming Authority.

Beyond his professional legal practice, Lars contributes to the academic and public arenas by delivering guest lectures at universities and colleges and frequently offering expert commentary to the media as an acknowledged specialist in gaming. His extensive engagement across the legal, educational, and media sectors reflects his dedication to promoting best practices and deeper knowledge within the gaming and gambling industry.