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Straatman Koster Advocaten

Public Law: Planning and Environment

Europe Guide 2026 : Netherlands

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Straatman Koster Advocaten

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Public Law: Planning and Environment - Netherlands

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Straatman Koster is a respected law firm that offers clients extensive capabilities in environment and planning law matters. The team is experienced in handling a variety of environmental disputes, including those pertaining to conservation, waste management and pollution mitigation. It offers further strength in zoning plans and permitting issues concerning construction and energy projects. The law firm is also well placed to represent clients before the Council of State. Straatman Koster attracts a range of clients including a selection of public entities and energy service providers.

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Work Highlights

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  • Straatman Koster advised the Province of Utrecht on proceedings before the Council of State relating to nature protection law and wildlife management.

Strengths

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  • Straatman Koster's team is customer-focused and aims for long-term results.

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  • The lawyers are knowledgeable and easily accessible. They are well informed about our company and the challenges that come with it.

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  • They are highly service-oriented, respond very quickly and consistently make every effort to ensure that all matters are handled accurately and on time.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Marinda de Smidt
    Marinda de Smidt

    Marinda de Smidt

    Marinda de Smidt often acts for municipalities, project developers and public institutions on a range of environmental law mandates, with particular strength in contentious proceedings. She has extensive experience advising on nature conservation law, permitting, zoning plans and pollution issues.

    • Marinda de Smidt is an extremely skilled lawyer who is pleasant to deal with.

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    • Marinda knows our company well and actively thinks along with us to bring matters to a successful conclusion.

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    • Marinda is highly qualified and her service level is high. She knows our business, is very good in drafting a good contract and is also a good negotiator.

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