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Rutgers & Posch

Employment

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The labour market, and the employment laws, are evolving all the time. The plans for a new national pension system are also causing much debate. This situation requires flexibility from companies, coupled with pressure to be aware of the latest developments. Whether your company operates domestically or in the international arena, the employment lawyers at Rutgers & Posch can help you.

Our primary area of focus is strategic employment law, and we frequently assist with mergers and acquisitions, reorganisations and co-determination processes. Our particular areas of expertise include privacy, pensions and remuneration structures, Our employment lawyers also assist clients as sparring partners with experience of day-to-day employment law issues. They also frequently draft, review and negotiate contracts and advise on flexible labour arrangements.

We advise and litigate on:

  • Employment contracts, and employment terms
  • Flexible labour relationships
  • Executive appointments and dismissals
  • Individual and collective dismissal cases
  • Co-determination processes
  • Collective employment law, including collective bargaining agreements and redundancy schemes
  • Mergers, acquisitions, partnerships and reorganisations
  • Integrity investigations and policy
  • Discrimination and equal treatment
  • Dismissals for poor performance
  • Disability
  • Non-compete clauses

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Employment - Netherlands

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Rutgers & Posch is a notable law firm that is praised for its handling of a diverse range of employment matters. The team advises on co-determination rights, the employment aspects of M&A transactions and large-scale workforce reorganisations and dismissals. The law firm also assists with social plans and TUPE matters, and it additionally represents works councils in negotiations. Rutgers & Posch offers further capabilities in relation to pensions, including the transition of pension schemes and mandatory participation issues.

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Work Highlights

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  • Rutgers & Posch advised Hoya Corporation on various employment matters, including a reorganisation of its Dutch entity, as well as dismissals and co-determination issues.

Strengths

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  • The department stands out for its pragmatism, expert knowledge and experience, in addition to its efficient and timely handling of matters while cutting to the key strategies.

    Employment respondentEurope

  • Rutgers & Posch is to the point, fast and easy to communicate with.

    Employment respondentEurope

  • Rutgers & Posch has a strong team that is committed and creative.

    Employment respondentEurope

  • The team is very customer-oriented and quick at responding.

    Employment respondentEurope

  • They are very hands-on, think proactively and have a constructive attitude, always looking for a solution. The law firm has expertise across various sectors.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Maarten Minnaard
    Maarten Minnaard

    Maarten Minnaard

    Maarten Minnaard offers a well-rounded pensions practice, assisting clients with both contentious and regulatory matters. In addition to acting on several disputes, his work involves advising on the transition to the new Dutch pension scheme and the transfer of pension entitlements. His clients regularly include pension funds, unions and insurance companies.

    • Maarten Minnaard is an all-round pensions lawyer with expertise in all areas of pensions. He is fast, clear and quickly grasps the core of the problem.

      Employment respondentEurope

    • Maarten Minnaard is very knowledgeable and represents us in a way that we like.

      Employment respondentEurope

    • For me, he is the perfect pensions partner. He is an absolutely practical and hands-on lawyer who tries to find solutions.

      Employment respondentEurope

    • We are very pleased with the dedication and expertise of Maarten Minnaard.

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  • Inge de Laat
    Inge de Laat

    Inge de Laat

    Inge de Laat assists clients with the employment aspects of corporate reorganisations, in addition to providing guidance on dismissals and TUPE matters.

    • Inge de Laat is both pleasant and highly skilled. Her extensive experience and profound knowledge make her an invaluable partner. She effectively represents her clients' interests and demonstrates a strong commitment to finding mutually beneficial solutions.

      Employment respondentEurope

    • Inge de Laat is a very well-respected, relatable and trusted adviser. She is very well versed and capable.

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  • Tijmen Noordoven
    Tijmen Noordoven

    Tijmen Noordoven

    Managing partner Tijmen Noordoven is recognised for his ability to advise both employers and works councils on corporate restructurings and executive dismissals. He also acts on co-determination matters and non-compete clauses.

    • Tijmen Noordoven is a well-trusted, excellent and dedicated lawyer.

      Employment respondentEurope

    • Tijmen Noordoven is a highly professional lawyer with a strong, empathetic approach.

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