Wijn & Stael Advocaten N.V.

Procurement law

Attorney

Elisabeth Sneeuw has been with Wijn & Stael since 2018. Her practice areas include tenancy law, construction law, architectural law and procurement law. She assists lessors and lessees with the preparation and execution of commercial and residential lease agreements. Elisabeth also counsels and represents clients in litigation matters covering a spectrum of issues, including procurement and liability disputes in the construction industry. Elisabeth is well-versed in crafting consulting services agreements for architects.​

Creative Approach to Unusual Cases An inspired attorney with strong analytical and connective thinking skills, Elisabeth relishes sinking her teeth into unusual cases that require a creative approach. She works closely with clients, learning about their business and interests. “I am always intrigued by cases that call for a forward-thinking approach to delivering effective solutions and take great pride in the quality and real-world applicability of the advice I offer.”

Experience in Private and Public Law Elisabeth’s graduation thesis examined the comprehensive procurement law reforms that cut across both private and public law. Following a successful career as a professional athlete, Elisabeth gained a wealth of experience as a working student at large law firms.

Member, JOU - Young Real Estate Professionals of Utrecht

Private Law, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Bar register of legal practice areas Elisabeth has registered the following principal (and secondary) legal practice areas in the Netherlands Bar’s register of legal practice areas (rechtsgebiedenregister):

Tenancy law

Based on this registration, she is required to obtain ten training credits per calendar year in each registered principal legal practice area in accordance with the standards set by the Netherlands Bar.

Representative Practice

Counseled an in-house (healthcare) organization on the determination and level of service charge increases in the liberalized housing sector and the role of the tenants’ association in service charge negotiations based on the powers granted to them under the Tenant and Landlord (Consultation) Act. Assisted with the drafting, assessment and negotiation of consulting services agreements (pursuant to The New Rules (DNR) 2011)). Counseled architects on (potential) risks and negotiated with contracting companies. Counseled a number of clients on the development and renewal of real estate properties and drafted lease, development and construction agreements and other relevant documents.