Project Legal Counsel & Mediator - bridging law, FOSS and conflict resolution

With over 26 experience as a legal advisor in internationally operating industrial and service companies, public institutions, and in the legal support of non-profit organizations, my focus lies on open source / free software, compliance, international contract law, project management and in this context, conflict resolution is particularly important to me.
Since 2017, I have been working independently with a focus on FOSS compliance and mediation services in the open source environment. I support companies and organizations in implementing licensing requirements in a legally compliant way and in resolving conflicts between teams, communities, and project stakeholders in a constructive manner - both through continuous advisory support and ad hoc mediation.

My skills & expertise:

• OSS/FOSS License Compliance, establishing FOSS organizational structures and policies
• Project / interim legal counsel, particulary on issues related to FOSS-projects
• Review and drafting of international contracts, as well as FOSS-related contracts
• Conflict resolution between teams, communities, and project stakeholders in the FOSS environment
• Creative problem-solving and constructive conflict management
• Remote and international collaboration (German, English, Spanish)

Since 2025, I have been contributing to the Licensing and Compliance Team of the Free Software Foundation as part of the “Working Together for Free Software” initiative.

For technical matters, I collaborate with GRUBER WEBSERVICES who has over 34 of experience in developing tailored Linux solutions and web applications through the (further) development of free and open source software, in order to connect legal and technical perspectives.

My Vision & Why Focus on Compliance and Mediation for FOSS Projects?
As a user of free software with 20 years of experience, I appreciate the benefits of Free Software. At the same time, I am inspired by the fundamental principles and spirit behind Free Software, especially the concept of freedom. This understanding motivates me to actively contribute for the wider adoption of Free Software. This understanding motivates me to actively contribute to the further adoption and development of free software. For me, fair use of free software requires both compliance with license obligations and a strong team culture. Respecting license terms is an expression of IT fairness and awareness, while respectful collaboration within teams is equally essential for the success of FOSS projects.
Through my services and skills, I support companies and organizations in living these values, working with FOSS in a fair and sustainable manner, overcoming legal and interpersonal challenges, and fostering sustainable collaboration through creative problem-solving.
My vision and goal is to combine legal expertise, mediation, and FOSS projects to create sustainable, fair, and low-conflict solutions—for sustainable collaboration, digital sovereignty, and a respectful team culture.