De Clercq Advocaten Notariaat‘s Leiden-based employment team is co-led by the triumvirate of Henriëtte van Baalen , Renate Vink-Dijkstra and newly promoted partner Renée Huijsmans-Zwijnenburg. Vink-Dijkstra is a key contact for employee participation issues, and van Baalen is well versed in advising on dismissals, reorganisations and collective bargaining agreements, as well as acting as counsel to works councils. Huijsmans-Zwijnenburg has extensive experience in handling employment contracts and dismissal matters.
Testimonials
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‘De Clercq Advocaten Notariaat gives very professional and perfectly up-to date advice on all kinds of labour law questions and projects for us. They are dedicated, responsive, honest in their advice for how to act best in different situations.’
‘Jaouad Seghrouchni is very pleasant to work with. He is very approachable.'
‘Jaouad Seghrouchni is practical and hands-on. He understands what clients are looking for. He is always happy to talk on the phone. ’
‘De Clercq Advocaten Notariaat approaches cases in a very practical way combined with sound in-depth knowledge. The whole team is very focussed on the clients' needs and is highly responsive.'
‘The employment practice at De Clercq Advocaten Notariaat is distinguished by its personalised, client-focused approach. What makes it truly unique is the team's deep understanding of both the legal and human aspects of employment matters. They take the time to fully understand each client’s industry, culture, and specific challenges, ensuring that their legal advice is not only compliant with current laws but also aligned with the client’s broader business objectives.’
‘The individuals within De Clercq Advocaten Notariaat’s employment practice stand out due to their deep expertise, responsiveness, and a genuine commitment to client success. The team at De Clercq Advocaten is invested in building long-term relationships, which translates into proactive and thoughtful counsel.’
‘Renate Vink-Dijkstra is a very open, social and knowledgeable person who can help and support us with all kind of questions. She's really open and direct which is highly appreciated because it makes things directly clear so we can act on it. ’
‘De Clercq Advocaten Notariaat's lawyers provide excellent and outstanding expertise, in particular in the field of employment law for international clients. I had the opportunity to work with them and I would like to outline their responsiveness, practical approach and sound advice. ’
Key clients
- TUI FLY/ TUI Airlines Nederland B.V.
- Works Council Lipton Teas & Infusions (Ekaterra) B.V.
- Galapagos B.V.
- Leiden University
- 3M Nederland B.V.
- Works Council of the municipality of Amsterdam / division Sport & Bos
- Works Council Ortec B.V.
- Works Council Roche Diagnostics Nederland B.V.
- Central Works Council University of Amsterdam
- Central Works Council Unilever Nederland B.V.
- Industrial Physics Inks & Coatings B.V.
- Fuji Logistics Europe B.V.
- Rexel Nederland B.V.
- KCI Medical B.V.
- The Salvation Army in the Netherlands
- Stichting Naturalis Biodiversity Center
- Intergraph Benelux B.V.
- Coatinc de Meern B.V.
- Prospect Transport & Logistiek B.V.
- Proton Ventures Engineering B.V.
- Stichting GGZ Rivierduinen
- Works Council Medux B.V.
- Caide B.V.
- Secure Transport & Logistiek B.V.
- Stichting Confessioneel Onderwijs Leiden
- Works Council Benu Apotheken B.V.
- Eagle Vision Systems B.V.
- WelThuis B.V.
- Central Works Council ICT Group Holding B.V.
- Webasto Thermo & Comfort Benelux B.V
- Cornelis Vrolijk B.V.
- Works Council Surf B.V.
- Stichting Marente
- Zorg en Zekerheid Leiden Basketball
- NTNT Rotterdam
- BaseClear B.V.
- Kiddoozz Rotterdam B.V.
- Avalex Regionaal Reinigingsbedrijf
- Verasol B.V.
- Works Council IPO (Interprovincial Consultation)
- Collabite
- Section Committee P&O Municipality of Amsterdam
- Xtra Foundation
Work highlights
- Acted for TUI Airlines Nederland in proceedings against VNV concerning the interpretation of EU legislation concerning the prohibition of study cost repayment arrangements.
- Assisted Avalex with terms and conditions of employment, involving a collective labour agreement.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Renate Vink-Dijkstra, Henriëtte van Baalen, Renée Huijsmans-Zwijnenburg