Department profile
Pels Rijcken

Employment

Europe Guide 2026 : Netherlands


Pels Rijcken

About

Provided by Pels Rijcken

The firm is engaged in the largest and most complex employment projects in the Netherlands on a daily basis. It works closely with the Supreme Court litigation practice group. Consequently, the team is involved in employment law proceedings which are conducted before the highest Dutch court. It represents a unique range of clients with the highest profiles including not only listed (international) companies, but also the State of the Netherlands, all ministries, several provinces and (large) municipalities. In the area of pension law, the team represents large employers and pension funds.

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Employment - Netherlands

Band 5

Band 5


What the Team is Known For

Pels Rijcken attracts significant attention for its work on behalf of state institutions and other public sector clients. It frequently advises on collective labour agreements, as well as on contentious employment law and the employment law aspects of transactions. The team also offers notable experience in pensions law.

Notable practitioners

Ephraim Dekkers and Peter van Kippersluis are key contacts for clients.

Work Highlights

Provided by Chambers

  • Pels Rijcken represented Nationale-Nederlanden in a complaints proceeding initiated by two pension scheme participants seeking compensation for inflation adjustments.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Pels Rijcken provides an excellent service and a very high level of expertise.

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  • The lawyers listen carefully and are sharp on content. They practice law with a modern and pleasant style.

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  • Pels Rijcken is customer-focused, proactive and has a broad perspective.

    The team is capable of quickly understanding highly complex issues and providing clear advice.

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  • Pels Rijcken is a great law firm that is very strong on litigation.

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  • Pels Rijcken is very familiar with our way of working and understands the playing field in which we operate, and is therefore very well placed to provide tailored advice.

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