Loyens & Loeff is well-versed in sensitive matters across the employment and pensions space, acting for domestic and international financial institutions, pensions providers, and corporates in regulated sectors. Leading the team is Klaas Wiersma, who centres his practice on employment issues related to international M&A , co-determination procedures, restructurings and collective dismissals. Complementing its employment law expertise, the firm also assists clients with pension law issues and litigation, with Robin van der Ham a name to note in the pensions space. Youssef el Harchaoui is experienced in managing transactional employment matters and sensitive employment cases. Hermine Voûte retired in January 2025.
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Testimonials
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- People are super responsive, practical, and top-class lawyers.
- People are super responsive, practical, and top-class lawyers. Collaboration involved working on a number of projects; Loyens approached this in a very integrated way, combining all legal expert areas in a very smooth and practical manner.
- ‘Robin van der Ham stands out for his accessibility, response speed, personal approach and in-depth knowledge.’
- ‘I work with Klaas Wiersma directly and his response is always immediate, works swiftly, communication is always clear and presents strategic options thoroughly substantiated.'
- 'Their knowledge and output are of the highest standard, and they are very informative.’
- ‘What sets Loyens & Loeff's employment practice apart is its exceptional responsiveness, pragmatic approach, and deep expertise across a wide range of employment matters.'
- 'The team consistently delivers high-quality, actionable advice that is both legally sound and commercially practical. In employment law, time is often critical and knowing we can rely on this time to respond quickly is invaluable.'
- ‘Klaas Wiersma and Iris Veerkamp have been outstanding partners to us. What makes them stand out is their combination of deep legal knowledge, strategic thinking, and a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset.'
- ‘Youssef el Harchaoui is a key partner. Super practical. The type of advice you need.’
- ‘The team immerses itself in the client’s situation and provides solid, pragmatic, and client-specific advice by translating general legislation and case law.’
Key clients
- Bawag
- Blackstone Inc.
- Chanel International Netherlands B.V.
- DPG Media
- Ernst & Young
- Foot Locker Inc.
- Koninklijke Friesland Campina N.V.
- Magazijn De Bijenkorf (Works Council)
- Opple Lighting B.V.
- Stichting Pensioenfonds Notariaat
Work highlights
Assisted Foot Locker with its sale to Dick's Sporting Goods.
Assisted Marriott International with its acquisition of the lifestyle brand citizen.
Assisted Opple Lighting B.V. with appeal proceedings against one of its former managing directors.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Klaas Wiersma
Other key lawyers
Iris Veerkamp; Robin van der Ham; Youssef el Harchaoui