Dentons‘ employment and labour group is very experienced in handling corporate employment issues for international and multinational clients. The team is well known for its solid track record in assisting with contentious employment issues arising from mass redundancy cases and individuals dismissals, and is equally adept at advising on collective agreements and cross-border employment issues. Practice head Eugenie Nunes is highly regarded for her expertise in acting on corporate reorganisation cases, transfer of undertakings and employee participation issues. Johanne Boelhouwer is the go-to for pension law and employee benefits matters.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Johanne Boelhouwer is sharp, willing to see a problem from both sides and is fun to work with. She is very good at her job and very skilled. She has a lot of knowledge of pension legislation.'

  • ‘The advice provided is clear and easy to understand. The team has a strong knowledge of the topics that I seek advice on. They are easy to work with and very approachable.'

  • ‘Eugenie Nunes knows how to steer difficult projects in the right direction and to get all parties aligned to get it done. Her contribution and way of dealing with sensitivities is key. I highly recommend her also as a person, which is also very important when you need a lawyer!’

  • ‘Highly responsive, lawyers who are practical, skilled and direct to the point.’

  • ‘Dentons has an excellent labour law practice: highly qualified, business oriented and client friendly experts. It is a pleasure working with them - locally and globally.’

  • ‘Eugenie Nunes is sharp, smart and can-do minded. She delivers fast on complicated matters. A true partner in business.’

  • ‘Johanne Boelhouwer stands out as being the best employment lawyer we work with. She is always responsive, practical and precise in her advice.'

  • ‘The employment practice stands out for its exceptional responsiveness and client-oriented approach. The team consistently delivers tailored solutions, addressing each client's unique needs with professionalism and efficiency. Focused on finding practical, results-driven outcomes, they prioritise clear communication and adaptability, ensuring every case is handled with care and precision.’

Key clients

  • AXA
  • Regus (IWG Plc)
  • CBRE
  • Kohlberg Kravis Roberts (KKR)
  • Nike
  • Mott MacDonald (works Council)
  • Works council Microsoft
  • Sonder Inc.
  • Cushman & Wakefield
  • Hoffmann-La Roche
  • Greenbrier
  • Master Card
  • Feld Inc
  • Fonterra
  • McArthurGlen
  • Spectrum Brands
  • Spencer Stuart
  • European Space Agency
  • Rackspace
  • Trend Micro (EMEA) Ltd
  • Comcast/Metrological
  • EPS US LLC
  • PNC Bank
  • Pexip AS
  • Kinaxis
  • Enterprise
  • South Pole
  • BCM global (LC Financial Holdings Limited)
  • MCCAIN FOODS HOLLAND BV/Celavita
  • Gecko Robotics
  • Guardian Group
  • Pleo Technologies (Pleo financial services A/S)
  • Pathé Theatres
  • Yanmar
  • Village Farms
  • Lighthouse Netherlands
  • Wajer Yachts
  • Movendo Capital
  • Syniti
  • The Social Hub (formerly known as The Student Hotel)
  • The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
  • Hoshizaki
  • Repeats Group
  • Delin Property
  • CaseWare
  • Syniti
  • Nelipak
  • DOF Sea UK Limited
  • Over Amstel B.V.
  • Analogue
  • Cardano Development
  • Crown Agent Bank (CAB Europe BV)

Work highlights

  • Advised Rackspace on the employment, labour and pension law aspects of a large restructuring.
  • Advised McCain on the employment aspects of the divestment of its chilled potato products business.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Eugenie Nunes

Other key lawyers

Johanne Boelhouwer