Wijn & Stael Advocaten N.V. houses ‘an outstanding team of lawyers who understand the difficult matters of spatial planning’. The group is equally strong in advising municipalities on a wide spectrum of environmental issues. Practice head Shanna Derksen brings extensive experience in zoning and permitting matters.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Shanna Derksen quickly absorbs the contents of the whole case in question.'

  • ‘I think the distinctive character of the practice lies in the combination of personal involvement, down-to-earth/pragmatism but also exceptional expertise. It doesn't matter whether I contact a partner or associate, they are all involved and enthusiastic.'

  • ‘Within the environmental department I work intensively with Shanna Derksen. In addition to the fact that she has a very nice personality, she is extremely knowledgeable and also very eager to learn. The way she sorts things out, makes connections and can also explain them well to us is very valuable.’

  • ‘Shanna Derksen and Dominique de Haas truly stand out in their approach.’

  • ‘Shanna Derksen is no-nonsense.'

  • ‘The Environment and planning practice is unique. The world of spatial planning in the Netherlands is difficult. What makes the team unique is that they don't only understand the law but they can also translate the law into a useable answer for your project. Their communication and knowledge of spatial planning stands out compared to other firms.'

Key clients

  • Municipality of Teylingen
  • Nestlé Nederland B.V.
  • Ontwikkelingsbedrijf Vathorst Beheer B.V.
  • De Waal Beheer og Utrecht B.V.
  • Municipality of Montfoort
  • Municipality of Wijk bij Duurstede
  • Martens en Van Oord B.V.
  • Wissing B.V.
  • Stichting Lievegoed
  • Spoorwegmuseum
  • Stichting Johan Maasbach Wereldzending (SJMW)
  • Envalue Valuations B.V.

Work highlights

Advising the municipality of Teylingen on a large-scale zoning plan.
Advised the Spoorwegmuseum on the permit process for renovating and redeveloping the museum's outdoor area.

Practice head

Shanna Derksen

Other key lawyers

Dominique de Haas