Attorney Michael Ullrich, LL.M. (Information Law), is a certified specialist in information technology law and intellectual property law. He specializes in IT law, data protection law, AI law, copyright and media law, as well as trademarkand competition law. For over 20 years, he has been advising and representing companies, agencies, software providers, platform operators, public institutions, and municipalities on all legal issues related to the digital economy.
Key Areas of Practice
His practice focuses on advising clients on digital business models, technology-related projects, and complex regulatory requirements in the digital environment. In particular, he advises on IT and software contracts, SaaS and cloud solutions, data protection and GDPR compliance, AI compliance and the European AI Act, e-commerce and platform regulation, as well as issues related to copyright, trademark, competition, and media law.
Strategic Consulting and Legal Representation
Michael Ullrich advises companies on strategic matters and assists them in enforcing their interests both in and out of court. He supports clients in implementing complex digitalization and technology projects, drafting and negotiating complex contracts, and protecting intellectual property and corporate reputation.
The Intersection of Law, Technology, and Digitalization
Thanks to his many years of experience at the intersection of law, technology, and digitalization, he has a deep understanding of technical, economic, and regulatory issues. Clients particularly value his combination of deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and practical solutions.
Teaching and Research
Michael Ullrich is an adjunct professor of IT law, media law, data protection law, and AI law at FOM University of Applied Sciences for Economics & Management in Düsseldorf and Essen. There, he teaches practical knowledge on current developments in technology law, digital regulation, artificial intelligence, and data protection law.
Education and Qualifications
Michael Ullrich completed a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Information Law with a focus on e-commerce at Heinrich Heine University in Düsseldorf. In recognition of his exceptional theoretical knowledge and extensive practical experience, the Düsseldorf Bar Association granted him the authority to use the titles “Specialist Attorney for Information Technology Law” and “Specialist Attorney for Intellectual Property Law.”
Media and the Public
Michael Ullrich has appeared on numerous occasions as an expert on radio and television programs, as well as in other media formats. In these appearances, he provides practical and accessible insights into current legal issues, particularly in the areas of IT law, data protection law, AI law, media law, and intellectual property law.
Thanks to his many years of experience and specialized expertise, he regularly serves as a point of contact for journalists seeking legal insights on digitalization, artificial intelligence, data protection, media, and technology.
Memberships and Community Involvement
Michael Ullrich is a member of various professional associations and industry organizations, including:
- German Association for Intellectual Property and Copyright Law (GRUR)
- IT Law Working Group of the German Bar Association (DAV)
- Intellectual Property & Media Working Group of the German Bar Association (AGEM)
- German Association for Data Protection and Data Security (GDD)
- German Bar Association (DAV)
- Wuppertal Bar Association
- German Association for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses (BVMW) – Member and Spokesperson for Information Law on the “Law” Committee
- German Association for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses (BVMW) – Member of the "Internet and Digital" Commission
In addition, Michael Ullrich is actively involved in the community through the Lions Club Wattenscheid.
Languages
Attorney Michael Ullrich advises you in German and English.
