Europe Guide 2026 : Netherlands
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Provided by Van Traa Advocaten
Van Traa is the reliable partner for (inter-)national insurers and brokers when confronted with complex coverage disputes and multiple liability issues following a high-impact event.
Van Traa is very strong in the construction and transport (marine, aviation and rail) industry. The experience and capabilities to deal efficiently with the multi-faceted aspects and consequences of complex insurance and liability questions, are undisputed.
Van Traa is known for its involvement in all high impact events that occurred in the Netherlands or are related to the Netherlands, such as natural disasters, collisions, crash accidents resulting in inter alia corporate and personal liability insurance questions, professional indemnity and other contractual and tort law issues.
In addition, Van Traa is experienced in strategic advice on crisis management on operational and PR level. For instance, Van Traa assists clients, where and when needed, with crisis communications (content and timing of public and private statements).
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Van Traa Advocaten is a boutique law firm which specialises in insurance matters, notably acting for insurers and clients operating in the transport, manufacturing, logistics and construction sectors. The team additionally advises on coverage disputes relating to product and professional liability, as well as environmental damage. It has further experience in PDBI and CAR policy matters and personal injury claims.
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Van Traa Advocaten advised insurers on maritime liability issues following a collision that occurred near the Wadden Island of Terschelling.
Provided by Chambers
Robert Pessers is a really good lawyer in this field.
Derk-Jan van der Kolk is well placed to advise clients on personal injury and maritime liability claims.
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Derk-Jan van der Kolk
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