‘Stefan Sagel is very responsive, easy going, energetic, knowledgeable and practical in how he works on cases. ’

‘The team stands out for its ability to quickly understand a matter, ask the relevant questions and next to a legal analysis offer pragmatic solutions.’

‘Excellent knowledge and expertise, a problem solving attitude and work is delivered as promised.’

‘The team is outstanding in their individual knowledge, but also how they work together as a team. As a client, you can assume that the team is well aware of all matters, regardless of who you speak to.’

‘Astrid Helstone is a one-of-a-kind lawyer, especially in the area of remuneration restrictions for financial institutions. She is both extremely knowledgeable and practical. In addition, Phinney Disseldorp is an outstanding lawyer, with a high level of expertise, practical approach, combined with a down to earth mindset.’

‘It is a top notch team with a deep knowledge of the market and the ability to provide client oriented solutions based on a very thorough legal analysis. ’

‘The team has extensive knowledge and excellent cooperation. The team is very pleasant to work with and always available if necessary. Really feels like a partner to work with. Very reliable.’

‘I have worked with Arnold Keijzer. He has profound knowledge of employment law but also of the field my company operates in. He really contributes ideas towards the matter at hand and shows extensive experience. His advice is clear, practical and useful. The service level is amazing. Also, he is a very pleasant person to work with. ’

‘Arnold Keizer heads the practice and has very strong knowledge about the law, and a very high level of technical knowledge.’

‘BarentsKrans assisted us with many employment matters, both individual and collective matters. The firm has an excellent team of lawyers and a broad practice. Their reputation is excellent, and rightfully so. They offer excellent legal services in a down to earth manner.’

‘Ireen Castenmiller-van Hoorn is very knowledgeable and really knows our business. She is able to advise on individual topics but can therefore also see how previous issues we have in our organization might affect each other and specify her advice accordingly.’

‘Very commercial with day-to-day advice and yet also highly skilled in litigation. The team are really responsive and deliver work quickly. ’

‘Floris van der Bult is a high-energy and savvy lawyer and practice group head. Clients are very appreciative of him, and he delivers.’

‘Floris van de Bult stands out. He has a great practice, is a strong leader and has an excellent reputation.’

‘Personal approach, well reachable and practical advice. Clifford Chance has various firms in Europe and globally, it has a good network that allows to assist companies working in different jurisdictions in a good way.’

‘DLA Piper’s employment team, in particular Jasper de Bok, is responsive, smart, pragmatic, and has clear communicators. They are our go-to counsel for all things employment law in the Netherlands.’

‘Jasper de Bok and Thomas Boot are both fantastic.’

‘The team is extremely responsive and always there as a supporting hand when needed. They are trusted advisers of the company owing to their expertise and practical approach. ’

‘Very experienced and skilled lawyers with extensive legal knowledge, who offer both practical and creative solutions. It is always a pleasure to work with the talented partners and team members. ’

‘Anouk Boutens is a very pragmatic and experienced lawyer who is able to clarify legally complex matters very efficiently. She knows what the client needs and provides quick and effective responses. It is always a pleasure to work with Anouk.’

‘Good collaboration within the team. ’

‘Advice has been of a high quality and has been timely. Over the duration of the project, different members of the team have stepped in to continue the provision of the same high quality, clear, advice. It feels like we are colleagues in the same firm.’

‘Klaas Wiersma is clearly an employment law expert. He is friendly and collaborative. He gives excellent, clear pragmatic advice in respect of difficult employment law issues. He ensures that the associates and senior associates who have worked with us on the project exhibited the same qualities. It has been a pleasure to work with all of them.’

‘Klaas Wiersma brings calmness and demonstrates that he understands your issue in a short period of time.’

‘Quick availability and practical. They are able to quickly take ‘the sting’ out of a potential issue.’

‘This practice in my view is unique for its client-centric approach, offering customised solutions based on individual client needs rather than generic strategies. The team’s key strengths include deep expertise across various sectors, a collaborative culture, and the ability to handle complex, cross-border matters with agility. Clients benefit from its responsiveness, multidisciplinary capabilities, and proactive risk management.’

‘The individuals I work with stand out for their deep expertise, responsiveness, and collaborative mindset. I’ve especially valued their proactive approach, strong communication skills, and ability to navigate complex issues with confidence. Stand-out partners, like Maartje Govaert, are exceptional in managing their team to focus on key matters, while also providing timely, thorough support, making the team highly dependable.’

‘My experience with Baker McKenzie has been exceptional. They truly prioritize their clients and have an impressive grasp of our business needs. What sets them apart is their ability to connect us with top legal experts worldwide, all managed by my reliable local contact. Their expertise and vast international network make them our go-to firm for high-stakes matters. The team is incredibly responsive and ensures that their follow-ups are both practical and thorough.’

‘Mirjam de Blécourt is an outstanding lawyer with exceptional technical knowledge and excellent negotiating skills. Her creativity, hands-on approach, and responsiveness make her a true pleasure to work with. Mirjam always goes the extra mile to understand our needs and deliver solutions that fit perfectly. Her ability to navigate our complex global legal issues with ease and her dedication to us truly set her apart; I haven’t met a better employment lawyer than her.’

‘The Baker McKenzie team stands out from other big law firms for its standalone employment practice. Also, the firm is truly international with locations globally making it easy to work together on local and global projects. The team is very diverse in all aspects, particularly Danielle Pinedo is a role model. The team is strong in terms of providing for pragmatic advice, thinking out of the box combining with high level legal advice. The team is very innovative.’

‘Johanne Boelhouwer is sharp, willing to see a problem from both sides and is fun to work with. She is very good at her job and very skilled. She has a lot of knowledge of pension legislation.’

‘The advice provided is clear and easy to understand. The team has a strong knowledge of the topics that I seek advice on. They are easy to work with and very approachable.’

‘Eugenie Nunes knows how to steer difficult projects in the right direction and to get all parties aligned to get it done. Her contribution and way of dealing with sensitivities is key. I highly recommend her also as a person, which is also very important when you need a lawyer!’

‘An impressive and strong team of experienced employment lawyers.’

‘Joris Oster has a smooth, practical and solution-driven approach to matters. He is very good with clients.’

‘Sophie Kremer is really good, a sharp and diligent employment lawyer. She combines very high quality work with the flexibility and entrepreneurial spirit of Florent which is an excellent combination. A lot of attention and personal involvement.’

‘For us, Kennedy van der Laan really feels like a partnership. Their approach is an extension of our own and they are always keeping our company culture and view in mind in their advice. They are available when we need them and offer clear and useful advice. ’

‘We very much enjoy working with Eylard van Fenema and Ilse Baijens. They offer practical advice, we can always quickly consult with them when needed and they know exactly what our business wants and needs.’

‘Ester Damen ticks all the boxes such as being a professional, experienced, approachable, responsive amd personal. She provides the perspective of both employer and employee and is reliable, trustworthy and discreet. A pleasure to work with.’

‘The team is clearly led well by the partner, the team members are supportive and are knowledgeable in their field of expertise. Clear advice and to the point. ’

‘Easy to access, quick responses and what we especially like is the approach of “what is possible”. ’

‘Responsive with partner attention. Good quality of the work is delivered by the employment department. Down to earth and accessible for clients.’

‘They have the best lawyers. Ploum is highly knowledgeable, highly responsive, able to make informed recommendations with a very clear process, takes the client step-by-step as needed.’

‘At Ploum, the team members are always available, quick in response and very open minded in finding solutions. They are always brave.’

‘Daniël van Gerven is very hands on, practical and has a goal oriented approach. Positive vibe, easy to get along with.’

‘Martyn Top is the best lawyer you can approach if you’d like to have a personal and friendly approach, quality advice, and someone who’s able to quickly digest and bring things in the right perspective. With his creative mindset, he’s able to think out of the box and thinks along with you. Martyn is always prepared and acts fast. Martyn is the rock you need when things get difficult.’

‘I love the pragmatic approach. Quick and thorough answers.’

‘Muriel Middeldorp is one of a kind. Knowledgeable, easy to connect to, to the point, and our conversations are always energetic!’

‘Marjolijn Lips really gets involved in the case and feels like she is part of my team. She can understand the clients’ risk appetite and she can work towards a solution rather than advising from the side. She makes the effort to understand the case rather than assuming it is similar to what they have seen before.’

‘Van Doorne is a pleasure to work with, from the first to the last person. They are very knowledgeable, responsive and to the point. Every challenge has been met. This also includes appropriate follow up and makes for a trusted external legal counsel partner.’

‘Niels van Boekel’s calm and crystal clear approach cuts through complexity to give balanced and real-world advice that makes the difference. Working in his team were Maurits Top and Puck Van Genechten who were equally knowledgeable and a true extension of Niels’ capabilities. A pleasure to work with all of the team.’

‘Pieter Huys has great labour law knowledge and is always available for advice.’

‘Working with the team of AKD is a real pleasure.’

‘What I really appreciate in working with the partners in AKD, in particular Conny Staudt-Bos, is the fact they always act as a business partner to us instead of just being a law firm. With strong knowledge on our specific industry and focus on our business objectives they are an important partner to work with. ’

‘The firm provides objective analyses and advice, combined with empathic customer dedication.’

‘Great sense of reality combined with creativity and tenacity to advance and get the optimal result for their client.’

‘They are a great team to work with. They take the time to understand the business and the context. I really value the pragmatism in their advice.’

‘Niche employment law firm with excellent and knowledgeable lawyers who give solid practical legal advice.’

‘Great lawyers, great service and practical advice. Always available if needed, short turnaround in getting back to me.’

‘The team is specialised in Dutch employment and labour law. For me they are amongst the top employment practices in the Netherlands due to their knowledge and experience.’

‘Very user friendly with fantastic advice during meetings/conference calls. Very easy for non-legal professionals to engage which is really helpful for us as legal team.’

‘Katja van Kranenburg-Hanspians is incredibly knowledgeably and a very pragmatic advisor. Very user friendly. Fleur van Assendelft de Coningh is a clear advisor with deep knowledge. Very user friendly.’

‘Very pragmatic and hands on, always easy to reach with fast response times. Sensible economic and practical solutions.’

‘Marieke Koster works very efficiently.  She delivers and does things right first time. ’

‘Eversheds Sutherland stands out because of its deep understanding of our business and its commitment to providing exceptional service. They are incredibly responsive, always available to support. This combination of expertise, responsiveness, and personalized attention truly sets them apart.’

‘The individuals at Eversheds Sutherland stand out for their client focus, deep understanding of our business needs, and commitment to going the extra mile. Marieke Koster possesses an impressive knowledge and understanding of our business. She consistently anticipates our needs and brings valuable perspectives to the table that we might not have considered otherwise. This proactive approach and deep understanding of our operations make her a valuable partner.’

‘The team acted very professionally and more specifically, in a very complex deal structure, provided us with qualitative advice. In addition, the flexibility and no-nonsense approach makes us qualify the process as very pleasant.’

‘Very relevant and up to date knowledge of the consumer industry with a high level of customer service. All the team members I have been in contact with are knowledgeable, ready to support and give the right advice to support the business outcomes. ’

‘I had the pleasure of working with Brechje Nollen on several complex employment issues, and I was consistently impressed by her expertise and insight. Brechje’s deep knowledge of our industry, coupled with her understanding of the unique challenges our business faces, made her advice invaluable. She has a remarkable ability to tailor her recommendations to both legal requirements and practical business needs, ensuring solutions that are both compliant and workable. ’

‘Harriët Strik is a great legal partner for our business.’

‘The employment law team is a specialised and professional team because they know how to advise in the right practical way. ’

‘I work most closely with Harriët Strik. I found our collaboration very pleasant because she advises in a practical and efficient way. I also enjoy sparring with her about the steps to take and she is always willing to think along with me. Another thing I appreciate is her flexibility.’

‘Great team.  Always a partner available when needed. Great communication. Broad perspective beyond just the legal view of things. ’

‘Work mainly with Irene van der Ven. Knows her stuff. Great sparring partner. Easy communication. Very efficient and proactive. Outstanding long-term collaboration.’

‘Arlette Putker-Blees’ team is hands on, flexible and pragmatic. They get the job done. ’

‘Liber Dock is solution driven, flexible in cooperation and solid in their legal advice.’

‘The team is flexible, supportive, really listens and helps to understand the real question. Very reliable in delivering and managing realistic expectations. Very friendly and cooperative. ’

‘Very hands-on, and at the same time strategic advice. Always available, with extremely very good knowledge about labour, pensions and collective agreements. ’

‘Pragmatism, responsiveness.’

‘Osborne Clarke doesn’t just give the options, they talk it through, make sure they understand the business they’re dealing with and gives their perspective to help guide the company to an effective resolution. ’

‘Osborne Clarke’s employment lawyers have consistently demonstrated exceptional skills in managing people-related matters.  Their deep understanding of employment law and dedication to client needs have made them invaluable assets to our team and to our company as a whole.’

‘We instruct Simmons & Simmons on a broad range of employment matters.  The team goes out of their way to provide user friendly and commercial advice. The team is extremely responsive and have a particularly quick turnaround time. ’

‘Annemarie Elenbaas is particularly commercial in her outlook, balancing the complex Dutch employment legal framework against the employers’ commercial objectives. ’

‘Simmons & Simmons stands out in being knowledgeable, straight forward, available and responsive. ’

‘Very responsive and knowledgeable. I really value how pragmatic they are with their approach and advice. They understand that every situation is unique and try to put themselves in the client’s shoes which I really value.’

‘Roos Sessing is one of the best employment law professionals I have engaged with. She is strong, assertive and knows her stuff. We really value Roos’ opinion on legal matters and how she will guide you but does not necessarily agree with you for the sake of it. She wants the best outcome for you but also the one which is compliant. This is invaluable to a business.’

‘Bart Hunnekens and his team are great. Combining strong legal expertise with clear, practical communication. They provided us with efficient, reliable legal support that focuses on delivering results without unnecessary complexity.’

‘The team is unique in its legal expertise and customer care. The entire customer experience was excellent.’

‘My interactions were primarily with Else Loes Pasma and Maaike Faber. They both stood out because they are both experts in their field of labour law and have an excellent network in the legal community. This allowed them to give pro-active advice on what to expect.’

‘Maaike Faber is my first point of contact and I really appreciate her way of working. Apart from being a approachable and pleasant person to work with, she has the ability to not over legalize issues when it’s not needed. Her approach is very practical and she has in depth knowledge about our business.’

‘De Clercq Advocaten Notariaat gives very professional and perfectly up-to date advice on all kinds of labour law questions and projects for us. They are dedicated, responsive, honest in their advice for how to act best in different situations.’

‘Jaouad Seghrouchni is very pleasant to work with. He is very approachable.’

‘Jaouad Seghrouchni is practical and hands-on. He understands what clients are looking for. He is always happy to talk on the phone. ’

‘The team is very responsive, pragmatic and not shy to give their professional opinion to guide us in taking the best possible decision.’

‘Julia Groen and Juliette Huyzer acted as true partners to our company. They worked in tandem ensuring we were fully covered in all aspects of a challenging employment law case. ’

‘Good, swift and hands-on advice. Both in terms of litigation as well as advice. We work predominantly with Emma Harlaar and Juliette Huyzer.’

‘Jasper van Hulst is pragmatic, provides sound advice and gets the job done.’

‘Höcker is not just a law firm but a reliable business partner. They keep our company’s values and goals up front. We feel really seen as a specific entity with specific needs. Their knowledge and capabilities on employment law are remarkable. I would definitely work with them again.’

‘I have to mention Mick Hurks as a remarkable attorney. He is an extremely quick thinker and always a few steps ahead of the people we have to deal with. His availability, quality of work and delivery speed are unparalleled. For me he is the reason for working with Höcker.’

‘Practical advice, always available within a reasonable time and overall a great team.’

‘Practical,  professional and fun at the same time, lots of experience in this team.’

‘Detailed and up to date knowledge. Very responsive.’

‘Kasper van Haaren is a smart lawyer with a strong work ethic and a great talent for translating legal concepts into practical advice. It was a joy working with him.’

‘Decisive professionals, who look beyond just legislation. Eager, alert and to the point.’

‘Irene Vermeeren-Keijzers is a professional, decisive, with a hands-on mindset. Kasper van Haaren is very capable and well prepared!’

‘Very client friendly and supportive.’

‘Very capable, knowledgeable and focused on doing the best for their clients.’

‘Wijnand Blom is a highly experienced employment lawyer who combines a deep understanding of Dutch labour law with a pragmatic, results-oriented approach. He is not afraid to defend his clients’ positions in court but also knows how to recognise a good deal and when to settle. I would recommend him to both employers and employees, as he has the ability to understand his clients’ needs, no matter their perspective or position.’

‘Strengths of this team are responsiveness, practical and business-oriented answers, easy communication and clarity. ’

‘Nadia Adnani, Lisa Smit and Marloes van den Eeckhout are easy to work with. They quickly understand our needs. They are business oriented, practical, clear and very nice!’

‘Palthe Oberman excels at delivering pragmatic and effective solutions to complex and nuanced workplace issues. In particular, Palthe Oberman’s collaborative approach in working closely with clients to understand their bespoke needs and to tailor strategies accordingly, makes them a trusted partner for all employment related matters (ranging from dispute resolution to statutory compliance).’

‘Knowledgeable, efficient and very friendly.’

‘The firm gives you the feeling of being in control and that everything will be ok. Always has a solution for matters.’

‘Jan Dop and Priscilla de Leede’s advice and knowledge of Dutch labour law have been crucial. We would absolutely recommend them to those that need help with cases involving labour law, sickness and termination of employment contracts.’

‘Always able to contact someone about matters. The team treat everyone equally.’

‘The response of the team is very fast and products are generated as soon as possible.’

‘Deep employment expertise. Highly experienced and commercial partners.’

‘The team are quick to respond, always helpful and up to date on all things labour law and related topics.’

‘I have worked with Martijn van Broeckhuijsen, Maarten Vestering and Hester van den Dorpel – they are extremely professional but at the same time approachable, they listen to you, look for options and alternatives and are very flexible in all their dealings.’

‘The legal services are of the highest level. Their experience in the field and personal approach keep us coming back to them. Even when during a process the scope shifts, Shearwaters comes up with solutions that meet all requirements.’

‘Pro-active, thinking out of the box, ahead of the game, good knowledge and a diverse team.’

‘They make it feel like you are their only client.’

‘Michiel van Haelst and Puck Keurentjes are very knowledgeable lawyers. Very quick with responses, easy to reach out to and always helpful.’

‘The team is organised, experienced and professional. They always strive to provide strong and effective legal representation. They are very down to earth and pleasant to work with, they understand their clients’ needs. We value their responsiveness, quality of work and hands-on approach.’

‘Steven Palm and his team stand out for providing no-nonsense but high quality legal advice. He’s diligent, has an eye for detail and just gets the work done. ’

‘Always up-to-date with in-depth knowledge of complicated matters.’