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Linklaters

Employment

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Linklaters

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We guide our clients through major corporate restructurings and cutting-edge collective or individual employment matters. We have also developed a unique expertise in advising on the setting-up and management of pan-European pension funds.

We offer a dedicated, experienced and flexible team that will be put together based on the client’s needs in each case, whether it is part of a wider transaction or a standalone employment matter. Through our practical approach of combining reliable technical know-how with a sound commercial understanding, we provide our clients with straightforward advice that they can directly apply in their business.

Our team stands out by demonstrating cross-border and commercial capability, technical excellence and innovative solutions to the specific cases of our clients.

Please visit the Linklaters website for more details about our work in this category: https://www.linklaters.com/en/client-services/employment-and-incentives

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Employment - Belgium

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

The employment law team at Linklaters supports the law firm's prominent corporate department and the law firm's offices across Europe to advise on the employment aspects of multi-jurisdictional M&A transactions. Additionally, it advises clients on incentive plans and working time regulations, as well as on contractual issues and self-employment status matters. The team represents clients in social inspections and employee dismissals.

Work Highlights

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  • Linklaters advised Reckitt on the employment elements of its global restructuring process, including works council negotiations and employee terminations.

Strengths

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  • Linklaters distinguishes itself through its exceptional cross-border capabilities and deep understanding of EU-level employment and regulatory frameworks.

    Employment respondentEurope
  • The Linklaters team is very quick at responding to any queries and really caters to clients.

    Employment respondentEurope
  • Linklaters has vast experience in complex, high stakes projects. The lawyers are able to combine the legal aspects with practical knowledge.

    Employment respondentEurope
  • Linklaters is good at giving pragmatic advice and efficiently dealing with different stakeholders.

    Employment respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Nele Van Kerrebroeck
    Band 4Nele Van Kerrebroeck

    Nele Van Kerrebroeck

    Nele Van Kerrebroeck frequently assists clients with the employment aspects of corporate transactions, including advising on TUPE and workforce restructurings. She offers further experience in remuneration matters, contractual negotiations and regulations regarding working time and self-employment.

    • Nele Van Kerrebroeck leads with vision, charisma and a human touch. Her deep and broad knowledge is astonishing.

      Employment respondentEurope
    • She is extremely knowledgeable and a true expert in her field.

      Employment respondentEurope
    • Nele Van Kerrebroeck remains calm, even when difficult situations arise. She is adaptable and always looking at the end goal.

      Employment respondentEurope
    • She is very professional, provides excellent legal advice and her responsiveness and proactiveness make her stand out.

      Employment respondentEurope
    • Nele Van Kerrebroeck is very client-focused, very knowledgeable in her field of expertise and connects the dots from other departments. She is an excellent lawyer.

      Employment respondentEurope

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