Van Doorne‘s mediation team is comprised of litigation and labour law specialists. The practice is jointly led by Steven Sterk, who brings an employment law focus to mediation, and Daan Beenders, who pairs a commercial litigation specialism with deep experience handling mediation proceedings. Healthcare-related mediation is handled by Willemien Bischot, while Simone Hoogeveen is known for her work in professional liability cases.
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- 'Niels van Boekel is the brains and an architect, deep technical knowledge combined with logical thinking on what is needed to be fully prepared for mediation.’
- 'Cara Pronk has quick understanding of situation, clear scenario planning logic, straight talker, takes ownership; a perfect wing-person for business executive in mediation.'
- ‘Marjolijn Lips understands business, has seen it all, a straight talker, takes ownership, real good senior executive sparring partner.'
- 'A deep business understanding, risk assessment and true partnership beyond legal advice.’
- ‘The right balance between constructive resolution and drawing a hard line.'
- ‘Maurits Top and Noa Wammes have always been our partners in employment disputes and mediation cases. We've built proven trust in their substantive and practical legal support.’
Practice head
Steven Sterk; Daan Beenders
Other key lawyers
Willemien Bischot; Simone Hoogeveen; Maurits Top; Noa Wammes; Cara Pronk; Marjolijn Lips; Niels van Boekel