Department profile
Palthe Oberman

Employment

Europe Guide 2026 : Netherlands


Palthe Oberman

Rankings

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Employment - Netherlands

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Palthe Oberman is a boutique law firm specialising in employment. It has experience in court proceedings, including disputes concerning employee misconduct and restructurings. It also offers broader capabilities spanning the full range of employment matters, including all issues arising from M&A operations. Team members also assist with the drafting of employment contracts for top executives, as well as drafting internal diversity policies and providing assistance with employee dismissals.

Work Highlights

Provided by Chambers

  • Palthe Oberman assisted Deutsche Bank with several employment matters related to its activity in the Netherlands, including a collective dismissal process, disciplinary proceedings and works council consultations.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • The team combines deep legal expertise with a strong understanding of the organisational and human dynamics involved in employment law. The advice is well reasoned, pragmatic and tailored to our specific context.

    Employment respondentEurope
  • The lawyers have always been able to help us very smoothly, even in complex situations. They have always had answers to our questions.

    Employment respondentEurope
  • They handle complex and sophisticated matters with great skill, thanks to their extensive experience, strong client focus and excellent professional network.

    Employment respondentEurope
  • The team has strong depth and breadth, combining diverse expertise and experience across key practice areas. Its collaborative approach ensures well-rounded and effective advice, even in complex matters.

    Employment respondentEurope
  • They really fulfil my needs and go beyond the extra mile, which is what I really appreciate.

    Employment respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

Provided by Chambers

  • Band 3Christiaan Oberman
    Band 3Christiaan Oberman

    Christiaan Oberman

    Christiaan Oberman advises clients on a range of employment mandates, including executive dismissals, workplace misconduct and restructurings.
    • Christiaan Oberman is very experienced and knowledgeable. I fully trust his advice.

      Employment respondentEurope
    • Christiaan Oberman is very approachable and easy to talk to. He resolves conflicts in a calm and positive way.

      Employment respondentEurope
    • We have a great relationship with Christiaan Oberman. He understands what we are doing and what we need.

      Employment respondentEurope
  • Band 6Anita de Jong
    Band 6Anita de Jong

    Anita de Jong

    Anita de Jong advises clients on the employment elements of multinational restructuring mandates, as well as on executive dismissals and collective labour agreements. She joined Palthe Oberman in June 2026 after having previously worked at Hogan Lovells.

    • Anita de Jong is a very driven and precise individual. She balances the legal process with an understanding of human nature and the emotions behind these cases.

      Employment respondentEurope

Ranked Individuals at Palthe Oberman (2)

Netherlands

What success is built on

Chambers is the leading data and intelligence partner for the legal sector.

Explore thought leadership