LAWYER PROFILE
Chris Nekeman

Chris Nekeman

Europe 2026

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About

Provided by Kennedy Van der Laan

Europe

Practice Areas

Employment Group

Career

Chris’ practice involves all aspects of employment law with a focus on employee participation law, union negotiations and outsourcing. He supports both employers and works councils. Most of Chris’ clients are international companies, but he also acts for judges and public prosecutors in matters concerning their legal position.

Chris heads the employment and employee participation practice group. Chris is also a member of the Executive Committee of Kennedy Van der Laan.

Professional Memberships

Member of the VVA (Association for Employment Law)

Member of the Employee Participation Working Group of the VvA

Member of the specialist Dutch Association of Employment Law Attorneys

Chambers Review

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Chambers European Guide

Employment - Netherlands

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial

Chris Nekeman advises companies on negotiations with works councils, as well as disputes with executive employees and post-M&A restructuring. His wider practice sees him provide guidance on the transfer of undertaking procedures.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Chris Nekeman is very nice to work with. He is quick, has in-depth knowledge and is able to be practical.

    EmploymentChambers European Guide
  • Chris Nekeman is an expert in both legal content and business knowledge.

    EmploymentChambers European Guide

Ranked Individuals at Kennedy Van der Laan (22)

Netherlands

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