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Loyens & Loeff

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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 law 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. Team members also assist with contentious pension cases, including litigation concerning pension transitions and indexation issues.

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Work Highlights

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  • Loyens & Loeff assisted BAWAG with the employment-related aspects of its acquisition of Knab, including TUPE issues, works council consultations and the set-up of a new compensation structure.

Strengths

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  • The team combines in-depth knowledge of various areas of employment law with practicality. It is sharp on the subject but brief and right on point in its advice.

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  • Loyens & Loeff is very responsive, with clear communication and proactive engagement on urgent and high-stakes topics.

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  • The department is thorough and accurate, and its expertise is strong and reliable.

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  • They consistently demonstrate deep expertise, sound judgement and a practical approach, even in high-stakes or nuanced situations. The advice is clear, strategic and tailored to our business needs.

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  • Loyens & Loeff is sharp and translates complex matters into straightforward advice and actions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Klaas Wiersma
    Klaas Wiersma

    Klaas Wiersma

    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.

    • Klaas has a very practical approach to complex matters and knows what is needed from a business perspective to get things going.

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    • Klaas Wiersma stands out for his deep knowledge, calm demeanour and pragmatic approach. He communicates clearly and kindly, making even complex legal matters feel manageable.

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    • Klaas Wiersma is competent, sharp, witty, practical and to the point. He is truly interested in and understands our business. He is the go-to person for all employment-related matters.

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    • We would like to highlight his on-point knowledge, negotiation skills and verbal superiority. In litigation cases, no one can beat him.

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    • His ability to combine legal expertise with a thoughtful, people-centred style sets him apart.

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  • Robin van der Ham
    Robin van der Ham

    Robin van der Ham

    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.

    • Robin van der Ham combines deep legal expertise with creativity and a pragmatic, client-minded approach. He brings composure and clarity to complex, high-impact matters and is trusted for his ability to deliver legally sound and workable solutions under pressure.

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    • Robin van der Ham is very knowledgeable and approachable. He is able to rephrase matters in a way that non-lawyers can understand.

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    • Robin van der Ham is highly responsive, creative and practical, consistently delivering high-quality, solution-oriented advice on complex matters.

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  • Youssef el Harchaoui
    Youssef el Harchaoui

    Youssef el Harchaoui

    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 is highly responsive and gives clear, commercial advice. He is a pleasure to work with.

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    • Youssef el Harchaoui stands out for his legal knowledge, responsiveness, efficiency and reliability. He is always calm under pressure and can perfectly assess the interests and positions of various stakeholders.

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    • Youssef is super quick and easy to talk to, which makes collaboration smooth and efficient.

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