Loyens & Loeff, Employment | Chambers Europe Profile

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Employment - Netherlands

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

The employment team at Loyens & Loeff has experience in the full spectrum of employment law. It is particularly strong in the tax aspects of employee benefits, working alongside the firm's market-leading tax department to advise on the taxation of severance packages. The team also acts on restructuring processes and collective redundancies. It offers further noteworthy expertise in the dismissal of high-ranking executives. Loyens & Loeff is a popular choice to handle the employment aspects of M&A transactions, with experience advising on the transfer of employees and on negotiations with works councils and trade unions.

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Work Highlights

Loyens & Loeff advised Carrefour on TUPE related to the transfer of its international merchandise trading activities from Amsterdam to Paris.

Strengths

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The firm has a unique combination of deep expertise in employment law and experience in M&A and restructuring, enabling it to deliver practical solutions and strategic advice in different scenarios.

Employment respondent
Europe

I trust Loyens & Loeff, and working with the team makes me feel safe and secure. The lawyers know labour law 100% and have experience and expertise in complex projects.

Employment respondent
Europe

The commitment and dedication of the firm distinguishes it from others in the industry. Its service level is extremely good, and its responsiveness is even better.

Employment respondent
Europe

Loyens & Loeff's team has been brilliant and we highly recommend them. The lawyers have been working hard and support us amazingly.

Employment respondent
Europe

Loyens & Loeff is very pragmatic in finding solutions in complex situations. The team is proactive, always on the ball, very flexible and quick in its answers.

Employment respondent
Europe

The firm has a unique combination of deep expertise in employment law and experience in M&A and restructuring, enabling it to deliver practical solutions and strategic advice in different scenarios.

Employment respondent
Europe

I trust Loyens & Loeff, and working with the team makes me feel safe and secure. The lawyers know labour law 100% and have experience and expertise in complex projects.

Employment respondent
Europe

The commitment and dedication of the firm distinguishes it from others in the industry. Its service level is extremely good, and its responsiveness is even better.

Employment respondent
Europe

Loyens & Loeff's team has been brilliant and we highly recommend them. The lawyers have been working hard and support us amazingly.

Employment respondent
Europe

Loyens & Loeff is very pragmatic in finding solutions in complex situations. The team is proactive, always on the ball, very flexible and quick in its answers.

Employment respondent
Europe

Notable Practitioners

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P. Hermine Voûte

Senior Statespeople

Hermine Voûte is well recognised for her expertise in employment law mandates. She represents clients in executive dismissal cases, including the negotiation of severance packages.

I enjoyed working with Hermine Voûte.

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Klaas Wiersma

Band 1

Klaas Wiersma advises on a range of employment law mandates, including issues relating to cross-border restructurings as well as individual and collective dismissals. He chairs Loyens & Loeff's employment and benefits practice in the Netherlands.

It is not only a question of expertise but also of confidence. I feel secure working with Klaas Wiersma.

Klaas Wiersma is a very knowledgeable individual who quickly grasps the situation and has the ability to leverage his expertise to the advantage of his stakeholders.

Klaas Wiersma responds quickly, is efficient, keeps calm and delivers good advice and support.

He understands the business and is very responsive.

Klaas Wiersma is on the ball, calm, pragmatic, flexible and positive.

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Youssef el Harchaoui

Up and Coming

Youssef el Harchaoui regularly assists employers with the employment aspects of M&A transactions, including works council processes, employee transfers and the review of employment contracts. He has additional skill in severance packages.

Youssef el Harchaoui has strong analytical and communication skills, is knowledgeable and pays attention to detail. He also has strong people skills.

Youssef el Harchaoui stands out for his responsiveness and his ability to leverage his vast experience and deep legal knowledge to instantly benefit your company.

He is hands-on and straight to the point. It is very nice working with him.

Youssef el Harchaoui is my go-to person for strategic advice. You can leverage his experience and strategic advice in a very efficient manner and walk away with a reliable solution.

Youssef el Harchaoui perfectly manages complex matters involving various stakeholders. His ability to provide strategic advice is exceptional, enabling us to address challenges effectively.

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Robin van der Ham

Associates to watch

Senior associate Robin van der Ham offers recognised experience acting on behalf of employers and pension funds in pension litigation proceedings, often in relation to the indexation of pension rights claims and pension agreement terminations. He also advises on pension transition matters.

We get quick and informed responses from Robin van der Ham.

Robin van der Ham is a truly dedicated lawyer.

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