AKD advises domestic and overseas clients on employment law, pensions, wage tax and social security matters. The firm is highly sought-after on complex and business-critical matters across a variety of industries, including maritime, transport, food and healthcare. Pieter Huys leads the team and focuses on employment law litigation and boardroom issues. Pascal van Schaik specialises in participation law, whistleblower claims and workplace conduct. Further key contacts across the employment law space include Maikel Doting and Henrike van de Laar.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘I feel genuinely well-advised, not only in terms of legal expertise, but also throughout the entire negotiation process involved.’
- ‘Henrike van de Laar is client-focused and delivers precise and well-reasoned advice with both speed and clarity. Her sharp analytical skills, accuracy, and ability to respond swiftly ensure that clients receive practical and effective guidance tailored to their needs.’
- ‘Truly a pleasure to work with. They’re knowledgeable, think along with us, provide constructive feedback, and offer a fresh perspective on the case.'
- ‘The team is very knowledgeable and professional. Whenever I’m in touch with them, I feel supported and able to move forward.’
- ‘Henrike van der Laar is a true confidant and legal expert. Always excellent communication.'
- ‘The team combines deep technical knowledge of Dutch law with a very pragmatic, business-oriented approach. They've taken the time to understand our business, our strategies, our philosophies and risk tolerances.’
Key clients
- Strukton Group
- Dutch Minister for Social Affairs
- Rabobank
- Wooncompas
- Delrin Netherlands
- WAES Brainport
- Parnassia Group
- NN CDC Pension Fund
- Samsung Bioepis
- Royal Boskalis
- Catharina Hospital
- NEC Bio
Work highlights
Advised the Dutch Minister of Social Affairs and Employment on the effectiveness of the right to be heard of pensioner’s associations in the context of the transition to the new pension system.
Practice head
Pieter Huys
Other key lawyers
Pascal van Schaik; Maikel Doting; Henrike van de Laar