Department profile
CMS

Employment

Europe Guide 2026 : Netherlands


CMS

About

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With a large international client base, our team has maintained a strong presence in the market place for years. Our team is, by size, one of the largest employment and pensions teams at international law firms in the Netherlands. Our team possesses in-depth experience across all employment-related topics, complemented by specialized sector knowledge in areas like life sciences, TMC, hotels, mobility, consumer products and energy. We offer clients a crucial edge and clear understanding of their commercial objectives.

We have expertise across diverse jurisdictions to address multifaceted mobility challenges related to employment contracts, immigration, taxation, social security, and compliance in both the home and host countries.

Our team boasts extensive experience in a substantial number of restructurings and reorganizations, earning a reputation for efficient, rapid execution in processes for international clients. We have been instrumental in assisting multiple large companies helping them effectively organize and manage reorganizations while skilfully addressing the intricacies of Dutch employment law.

Our team is part of an international group specializing in employee investigations and is uniquely positioned to assist clients to navigate the Whistleblowers Act.

We are renowned for the sheer breadth and depth of our knowledge across critical, evolving areas.

With a global network covering 50 countries, we can help solve problems across all jurisdictions.

Chambers Review

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Employment - Netherlands

Band 5

Band 5


What the Team is Known For

CMS houses a well-regarded employment team that is adept at handling a diverse range of matters. The lawyers ably advise on co-determination issues, employee transfers and collective dismissals, in addition to acting on litigious mandates, such as breaches of non-compete clauses. The department possesses further strength in assisting works councils and in managing pension transfers.

Notable practitioners

Katja van Kranenburg is a key contact at the law firm.

Work Highlights

Provided by Chambers

  • CMS assisted Primark with its store closure, involving a co-determination process and the crafting of a redeployment programme.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • The employment team at CMS is responsive, knowledgeable and always provides clear, practical advice. Its guidance adds real value to our business.

    Employment respondentEurope
  • CMS stands out for its responsiveness and willingness to support, as well as its ability to apply advice to our specific industry and break down complex matters into digestible, user-friendly advice.

    Employment respondentEurope
  • CMS makes recommendations that are commercially pragmatic and aligned with the values of our company.

    Employment respondentEurope
  • CMS distinguishes itself through its dedicated client orientation and provision of tailor-made proposals.

    Employment respondentEurope
  • The team is very helpful and supportive in answering follow-up questions and proactively addressing issues.

    Employment respondentEurope

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