Lawyers and advisers in the Netherlands
Find proven, recommended lawyers and professional advisers in the Netherlands, across corporate and commercial work, disputes, tax, property, employment, immigration and every other practice area. Compare the profiles below and contact an adviser directly.
The most represented practice areas in the Netherlands are Corporate, Commercial & M&A, Dispute Resolution & Litigation and Banking & Finance. Use the filters below to narrow by specialism or practice area, or search by name or firm.
Experts
Femke Bierman
Femke heads the Banking department in Amsterdam. She specialises in banking law with a focus on syndicated lending, corporate financing, public bid finance and leveraged finance. She has acted for both banks and borrowers and on domestic…
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Hendrik Jan Biemond
Hendrik Jan specialises in the full range of securities law, accounting law and criminal litigation with an emphasis on market abuse and insider trading issues. He also advises clients on internal measures to improve integrity and…
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How do I find a good lawyer or adviser in the Netherlands?
Check that they are qualified or registered to practise in the Netherlands, for example with the local bar association or professional body, and that they have handled matters like yours, including any cross-border element. Ask who will do the work, which languages they work in and how they charge before you instruct them. Each lawyer or adviser listed on this page has a profile with their firm, practice areas and contact details, so you can compare them before getting in touch.
How much does a lawyer cost in the Netherlands?
Fees depend on the firm, the experience of the person advising you and how complex the matter is. Firms commonly charge by the hour, a fixed fee for a defined piece of work, or a combination of the two. Ask for a written estimate and the terms of engagement before any work starts.
Do I need a local lawyer or adviser in the Netherlands if I am based abroad?
Matters governed by the law of the Netherlands, or that involve its courts, registries or authorities, usually need an adviser qualified there. If you already have an adviser at home, they can often work alongside a local lawyer or adviser in the Netherlands, which keeps the advice joined up on cross-border matters.
Can I find an English-speaking lawyer or adviser in the Netherlands?
Many lawyers and advisers who work with international clients advise in English, but it is worth checking. Ask about working languages when you first get in touch, and whether documents can be provided in English as well as the local language.
Should I use a lawyer or an adviser?
Use a lawyer for legal advice, contracts and anything that may end up before a court or a regulator. Advisers such as accountants, tax advisers and consultants handle compliance, financial and business advice. Many matters need both, which is why Find an Expert lists both, under the Legal and Advisory specialisms.
How do I contact a lawyer or adviser in the Netherlands through Corporate INTL?
Open any profile on this page to see the contact details the firm has provided, such as telephone, email and website. Every profile also has a "Contact via Corporate INTL" button if you would rather send your request through us.