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Norton Rose Fulbright

Employment

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Employment - Netherlands

Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Norton Rose Fulbright has a well-regarded Dutch employment team with notable expertise in collective bargaining agreements, whistle-blower laws and employee transfers. The team has additional experience assisting with the employment aspects of M&A transactions, including consultations with works councils and changes in employment terms. The law firm is further experienced in guiding employers through individual and collective dismissal processes, as well as subsequent disputes.

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Work Highlights

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  • Norton Rose Fulbright represented Howden in its reorganisation, which entailed the dismissal of employees and the subsequent restructuring of employee incentive and participation schemes.

Strengths

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  • Norton Rose Fulbright stands out for the quality of its lawyers, its expertise in the field and its understanding of our business. The team provides a high level of responsiveness and fast-paced reactions.

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  • The team has a deep understanding of employment law. Its ability to express practical advice on risks and opportunities is key.

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  • The advice is very commercial, technical and always on point. The team is also very knowledgeable, pragmatic and responsive. We really value its deep understanding of our sector.

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  • Norton Rose Fulbright distinguishes itself through its discretion, sound advice and unwavering commitment to clients.

    Employment respondentEurope

  • Norton Rose Fulbright truly has everything it takes to support a complex and demanding organisation.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Wijnand Blom
    Wijnand Blom

    Wijnand Blom

    Wijnand Blom acts for clients on negotiations with works councils, as well as assisting with redundancies and executive dismissals. He has further experience concerning the transfer of employees.

    • Wijnand Blom always supports us in the best possible way. He is approachable and a great person to exchange ideas with.

      Employment respondentEurope

    • Wijnand Blom provides very clear and well-expressed advice.

      Employment respondentEurope

    • His calm demeanour and thoughtful counsel were instrumental in achieving a careful and well-considered resolution of the matter.

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