The employment practice at Wijn & Stael Advocaten N.V. is jointly led by Else Loes Pasma and Leendert Kruidenier, with Pasma advising on complex governance, compliance, and integrity issues, while mediator Kruidenier assists with complex dismissals and restructurings. The firm often advises shareholders and supervisory boards of companies, trade unions, and works councils on a range of non-contentious employment issues and disputes. The practice is particularly well known for handling employment matters involving foreign senior executives. Maaike Faber and Karlijn van der Heijden are the go-to contacts for works councils issues.
Testimonials
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‘Wijn & Steel has strong expertise and is very responsive. They are fully committed to your case.’
‘Else Loes Pasma is able define an excellent strategy, taking into account the specific circumstances. She is very dedicated to the case and keeps focused on working to the desired end result.’
‘Wijn & Stael is an elegant, no-nonsense group of highly qualified lawyers and support staff that treats each individual with respect, as well as providing insightful advice. The differentiating factor is they are very confident they are giving the right advice, they will pay close forensic attention to the case details, and should a case end up in front of a judge, Wijn & Stael will win, the law permitting!’
‘Maaike Faber specialises in employment law and really knows her stuff! She knows how to compile a compelling narrative that can highlight the injustice of a situation and swiftly ties it to the decrees and code of the Dutch legal system. Her energy is next to none and she will see the case through to the end.'
'Leendert Kruidenier is to be commended as an employment specialist. With his 'iron fist in a velvet glove' approach, he was able to step in when needed and in tandem with Maaike deliver fair but brilliant results.’
‘Very communicative, easy access 24/7 and fast responses. A perfect match of professional and personal approach. They are simply very nice to work with, and get good results.’
‘We have a very good relationship with Wijn & Stael. The follow up is always fast and reliable. We’re looking forward to continuing our collaboration.’
‘Most of the time we work with Else Loes Pasma. The input and feedback she gives is always helps us. We really appreciate our business relationship and have absolutely no doubt about continuing it.’
Key clients
- Evidensia
- Works Council Microtek Medical
- OnderhoudNL
- Vereniging Nederlands Cabinepersoneel VNC
- 5CA
- SV Kampong Hockey
- ONVZ
- Theo Pouw
Work highlights
- Advised VNC on various employment issues relating to the restructuring of KLM and the collective bargaining agreements of cabin personnel.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Else Loes Pasma, Leendert Kruidenier