Top 5 Problems when Buying a Yacht in the Netherlands
Discover the top 5 recurring challenges that buyers often encounter when purchasing a yacht in the Netherlands. From legal complexities to hidden costs, our detailed guide provides essential tips and solutions to help you work through the Dutch yacht market successfully. What must a boat buyer know about Dutch maritime law? MAAK Advocaten excels in […]
Buying a boat in the Netherlands
At MAAK Advocaten in the Netherlands, our maritime legal expertise is well known, and we understand the finer points of buying a yacht in Holland. This detailed guide helps potential buyers work through the complex world of yacht transactions and keep the process smooth and legally sound. What should you check when buying a yacht […]
Contract formation under Dutch Law
Under Dutch law, a contract is formed when an offer is accepted. The offer must be clear and unambiguous, and the acceptance must be unequivocal. Acceptance may be explicit or tacit. This rule also applies to general terms and conditions. What makes a contract binding in the Netherlands? Contracts are fundamental in maintaining the order […]
Violation of the disclosure duty by the policyholder under Dutch law
At MAAK Advocaten, we specialize in a variety of legal areas, one of them being insurance law and the violation of the disclosure duty by the policyholder under Dutch law. The recent ruling by the Dutch Supreme Court (HR) on July 7, 2023, offers a new perspective on the term limit for the insurance company […]
Conflict of Interest Between a Manager and a Company in the Netherlands
Uncovers the blurred lines where personal interests clash with professional duties, threatening the integrity of an organization.
Dissolution regulations in Dutch B2B contracts
The dissolution of a contract according to Dutch law has no retroactive effect. The dissolution of a contract under Dutch law relieves the parties of their contractual obligations at the time of cancellation. Dissolution under Article 6:265 DCC is allowed in the Netherlands if sufficient weight can be attached to the dissolution. Parties can make […]
How to choose a Dutch Lawyer?
Choosing the Right Dutch Lawyer: How Should You Approach This? To choose a Dutch lawyer, match the lawyer’s specialisation to your legal issue, confirm registration with the Netherlands Bar, and compare fee arrangements before signing an engagement letter. Below, you will find practical tips and strategic advice to significantly improve your selection process for legal […]
Commercial law attorney in the Netherlands
Remko Roosjen is a Dutch contract law attorney (advocaat contractenrecht) and founding partner at MAAK Advocaten in Amsterdam. He advises and litigates in the Netherlands for companies at home and abroad, working at the intersection of commercial contract law and civil proceedings under Dutch law. His practice covers the full life cycle of a commercial […]
Confidentiality, Nondisclosure, and Secrecy Agreements under Dutch Law
The legal implications of a confidentiality, nondisclosure, and secrecy agreements under Dutch law include the obligation not to disclose confidential information and may result in legal consequences if breached. For example, in the context of an internship agreement, the intern must comply with the confidentiality obligation and submit work papers in advance for review for […]
International arbitration in the Netherlands
International arbitration in the Netherlands provides parties with a neutral, enforceable alternative to litigation, backed by a strategic location for cross-border disputes and arbitration law reformed in 2015. The rules and procedures for international arbitration in the Netherlands are set out in Book 4 of the Civil Procedure Code, with the modernisation of the Arbitration […]