CLINT | Littler

CLINT | Littler is a dynamic and leading law firm specialising in corporate employment law. Established in 2016 by three seasoned partners with extensive experience in international law firms and executive board positions, the firm has swiftly built a reputation for delivering pragmatic, strategic, and high-quality legal services.

As trusted advisors to HR professionals, legal departments, and top management, CLINT | Littler combines in-depth expertise in Dutch and European employment law with a commercial mindset. The firm provides concise and solution-driven counsel tailored to the complexities of modern business environments. With a strong focus on employment law in both day-to-day operations and strategic decision-making, the team assists clients across a wide range of industries, from multinational corporations to fast-growing enterprises.

CLINT | Littler advises on all aspects of employment law, offering both preventative legal guidance and litigation support. The firm’s expertise includes:

Day-to-Day Employment Law:

• Individual and collective dismissals
• Employment litigation
• Incapacity for work and reintegration processes
• Drafting and reviewing employment contracts and management agreements
• Codes of conduct and internal policies
• Cross-border employment matters
• Non-compete clauses and other restrictive covenants
• Investigations into workplace misconduct

Strategic Employment Law:

• Employee participation law at national and international levels
• Board-level employment matters, including appointment and dismissal of directors
• Workforce restructuring and collective redundancies
• Pension scheme modifications
• Negotiations with trade unions and collective bargaining agreements
• Partnership disputes, including those involving medical professionals

HR Transaction Support:

• Employment law due diligence in corporate transactions
• Employee participation advisory for works councils
• Assessment of collective bargaining agreements and sectoral pension schemes
• Social plan negotiations with unions
• Support for 'day-one readiness' in corporate mergers and acquisitions
• Harmonisation of employment conditions post-merger

Employee Benefits:

• Structuring and reviewing bonus and employee participation schemes

Alternative Dispute Resolution:

• Mediation and arbitration in employment and partnership disputes

Since 2018, CLINT | Littler has been a proud member of Littler, the world’s largest employment law firm, comprising over 1,900 lawyers across 100 offices worldwide. This collaboration enables the firm to offer seamless legal support for clients facing cross-border employment law challenges. With an internationally focused practice, CLINT | Littler is well-positioned to advise global corporations on regulatory compliance, multinational workforce management, and complex employment disputes.

Client-Centred Approach

The firm is distinguished by its ability to translate complex legal frameworks into clear, actionable advice. CLINT | Littler prioritises a thorough understanding of its clients' businesses, recognising that effective legal solutions require both technical excellence and commercial awareness. The firm’s proactive and hands-on approach ensures that clients receive practical guidance that aligns with their strategic objectives.