Department profile
DLA Piper LLP

Litigation

Global Guide 2026 : Netherlands


DLA Piper LLP

Rankings

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Litigation - Netherlands

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper has a notable focus on contentious cases concerning directors' and officers' liability. The law firm additionally represents clients in financial disputes, shareholder disputes, ESG claims and construction litigation. The lawyers also advise clients on follow-on damages and class actions, notably in the healthcare space. The team is able to leverage its broad international network to assist with multi-jurisdictional disputes.

Work Highlights

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  • DLA Piper assisted Kindred Group with mass claims brought by gamblers related to the validity of gambling agreements and alleged GDPR violations.

Strengths

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  • The team demonstrates a strong understanding of the legal landscape in the Netherlands and is able to translate that knowledge into clear, strategic advice.

    Litigation respondentGlobal
  • DLA Piper has very good litigators who can handle complex and sophisticated matters. They are fast, commercial and personable.

    Litigation respondentGlobal
  • DLA Piper has been able to get to the core of the case within a short timeframe. It is a highly engaged and focused team with leading lawyers.

    Litigation respondentGlobal
  • One of the key strengths that distinguishes DLA Piper is its strong global reputation and consistently thorough, thoughtful legal analysis.

    Litigation respondentGlobal
  • The lawyers are very responsive and constantly think two steps ahead of the game. They are also pragmatic, business oriented and easy to work with.

    Litigation respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Ewald Netten
    Band 4Ewald Netten

    Ewald Netten

    Ewald Netten assists clients with damages claims and contractual disputes. He often acts on litigation involving the financial sector.

    • Ewald Netten is the lawyer you want on your side in a tight spot. He is a great communicator who is very easy to work with.

      Litigation respondentGlobal
    • He does not lose sight of the overall picture and is a very good storyteller.

      Litigation respondentGlobal
    • He is highly qualified in all areas and well positioned in court.

      Litigation respondentGlobal
    • He is a really strong and experienced commercial litigator who can grasp and navigate a high level of complexity and devise sound litigation strategies.

      Litigation respondentGlobal

Ranked Individuals at DLA Piper LLP (1)

Netherlands

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