Jones Day acts on cross-border employment and pension cases for domestic and international clients. Contentious matters are a key area of strength for the team, which is well versed in advising on pension litigation and employment disputes, as well as assisting with corporate employment law matters. Practice head Irene Vermeeren-Keijzers is adept at advising across a broad spectrum of pension law matters, and is well versed in representing employers in mandates.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Kasper van Haaren is a smart lawyer with a strong work ethic and a great talent for translating legal concepts into practical advice. It was a joy working with him.’

  • ‘Decisive professionals, who look beyond just legislation. Eager, alert and to the point.'

  • ‘Irene Vermeeren-Keijzers is a professional, decisive, with a hands-on mindset. Kasper van Haaren is very capable and well prepared!’

  • ‘Irene Vermeeren-Keijzers is very knowledgeable and good at guiding a client with care through all steps of a process. Kaspar van Haaren is a promise for the future.’

  • ‘Well seasoned professionals who provide pragmatic advice. They have developed a solid understanding of our industry and their client's approach to certain issues, tailoring their advice accordingly. ’

  • ‘Kasper van Haaren is a true pleasure to work with and a key asset to the firm.'

Key clients

  • International Flavors & Fragrances (I.F.F.)
  • NEP
  • GfK
  • Eastman Chemicals
  • Stichting Pensioenfonds Campina
  • The Greenery
  • Smile Invest
  • The Timken Company
  • Demcon

Work highlights

  • Representing Pension Fund Campina in litigation relating to the termination of the pension agreement by FrieslandCampina.
  • Represented I.F.F. in litigation concerning changes to the collective terms and conditions of employment.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Irene Vermeeren-Keijzers

Other key lawyers

Kasper van Haaren, Selma Olthof