Chambers Review
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Employment - Netherlands
What the Team is Known For
Eversheds Sutherland's employment practice comprises lawyers based in both Amsterdam and Rotterdam. The Netherlands team frequently works alongside the firm's offices in other jurisdictions. It advises on works council consultations relating to M&A transactions and is also well versed in providing guidance on executive dismissals. The practice has further experience representing clients in litigation arising from redundancy or collective termination. Additionally, the team works on TUPE matters and assisting companies with the EU Pay Transparency Directive. On the pensions side, the firm is able to offer counsel on regulatory issues stemming from indexation.
Strengths
It is always a pleasure to work with the team and challenge it with various business- and employment-related issues. The firm provides excellent support and responsiveness.
The knowledge that the team has is exceptional. The lawyers pay attention to detail and respond quickly when needed. They are always able to provide the correct guidance.
Eversheds Sutherland navigated us through our complex matter with knowledge and conviction.
Eversheds Sutherland has a very friendly and supportive approach. The lawyers are always incredibly helpful and knowledgeable.
I highly recommend doing business with Eversheds Sutherland, especially international business.
Work Highlights
Eversheds Sutherland advised GXO Logistics on a court case brought by unions relating to a pension offer to transferring employees under TUPE legislation and the employer's ability to offer its own pension scheme.
Notable practitioners
Eric Bergamin, Marieke Koster and Anique Bitterlich-Straver are key client contacts for this practice.