Houthoff offers expertise across contentious and advisory employment and pension law mandates. The practice is chaired by Jet Stolk, a corporate employment law expert who advises both employers and employees on reorganisations, boardroom issues and remuneration. Anouk Boutens is sought-after for her knowledge and 'extensive expertise' across pensions and employment law. Further core areas of expertise include executive hires and dismissals, company-level M&A, and complex employment and pension litigation, with Naomi Dempsey handling Supreme Court litigation.
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- ‘Diverse team with high level of expertise and good collaboration within the team.’
- ‘Both Jet Stolk and Myrthe Prinsze are standout individuals. Their advice reflects a deep knowledge not only of employment law but also of how our company operates.'
- ‘Houthoff’s employment practice stands out for its exceptional combination of deep legal expertise and unmatched pragmatism. What truly sets them apart is their ability to translate legal intricacies into clear, practical advice that aligns closely with our business needs.'
- ‘Anouk Boutens and Jet Stolk are brilliant. They are responsive and commercial and have great client care skills.’
- ‘Myrthe Prinsze has shown a great deal of customer focus, rooted in her knowledge.’
- ‘Each team member demonstrates a professional attitude. They provide high-quality advice.’
Key clients
- Samsung
- Pensioenfonds PGB
- Stellantis
- Pension fund for the construction industry (BpfBOUW)
- Volvo
- FME
- DAS
- Tata Steel Netherlands
- Danone/Nutricia
- Royal IHC
- Hema
- Nexperia
Work highlights
Represented PGB in a dispute with Booking.com about mandatory participation into the pension scheme.
Represented Samsung Electronics Airconditioning in a dispute with a high-level employee who accused Samsung of, among other things, intimidation and discrimination in the workplace.
Represented Stellantis in an ongoing pension case about indexation rights.
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Practice head
Jet Stolk
Other key lawyers
Anouk Boutens; Myrthe Prinsze; Naomi Dempsey