Employment

BarentsKrans offers a strong employment law team noted for its expertise in Supreme Court litigation, primarily representing employers in disputes regarding dismissals, discrimination and transfers of undertakings. The law firm has experience in standout cases relating to the employment law protection of workers from different EU states posted to the Netherlands. The team has recent experience advising on employment matters arising as a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic. Team members also handle equal treatment disputes and collective bargaining agreement mandates. Clients include significant players in the transport industry.

One respondent praises the firm for being "very dynamic and responsive," as well as highlighting the team's "deep knowledge of the law."

"The partners are always approachable and very reactive," says another, who adds that "they are very good negotiators."

Assisted ABN AMRO with several cases relating to redundancy payments and age discrimination.

Clients say that they appreciate Laurens de Graaf for being "creative and results-oriented." He represents clients in litigious mandates relating to mass redundancies, trade union disputes and equal treatment.

Clients describe Max Keulaerds as "a great lawyer with thorough knowledge and experience." He acts for clients including financial institutions and companies from the gig economy, as well as for private individuals, on contentious mandates relating to executive dismissals and employee status.