Dutch media law attorney
+31 (0)20 – 210 31 38 florentine.sikking@maakadvocaten.nl +31 (0)20 – 210 31 38 e-Mail Florentine Sikking Dutch media law attorney Florentine Sikking is a specialized Dutch media law attorney who represents legal interests in matters concerning media, reputation protection, copyright and contracts in the media and entertainment industry in the Netherlands. As a […]
How does prejudgment attachment work in the Netherlands?
Conservatory attachment (“conservatoir beslag”) is a powerful preventive tool under Dutch law. It allows creditors to temporarily block a debtor’s assets before a court judgment. In other words, it helps them maintain control over possible recovery assets. Consequently, the creditor places a legal ‘lock’ on the debtor’s possessions, stopping them from moving assets out of […]
Prescription and Interruption Under Dutch Civil Law
What Constitutes a Legal Claim under Dutch law? Under the Dutch Civil Code (Burgerlijk Wetboek), individuals and entities may hold claims against one another, referred to as legal claims (rechtsvorderingen). These claims empower the creditor to initiate legal proceedings in a civil court to enforce obligations, such as payment or the transfer of property. It’s […]
Legal Protection Against Trade Barriers under Dutch law
Contract Law in the Netherlands: Legal Protection Against Trade Barriers Under Dutch law, legal protection against trade barriers is addressed through a combination of civil, criminal, and sector-specific regulations, with mechanisms for both domestic and international disputes. Contract law in the Netherlands refers to the body of legal rules that govern agreements between parties. It […]
Trade Name Law in the Netherlands: Protection, Rights and Disputes
What is trade name law under Dutch legislation? Trade name law in the Netherlands is a legal framework that automatically protects a company’s business name from confusion or deception under Article 1 of the Dutch Trade Names Act. Unlike trademark protection, trade name rights arise immediately through commercial use without requiring formal registration with Dutch […]
Legal assistant
+31 (0)20 – 210 31 38maria.wronowski@maakadvocaten.nl +31 (0)20 – 210 31 38e-Mail Maria Wronowski Legal assistant in the Netherlands Maria Wronowski is a dedicated Legal Assistant at MAAK Advocaten, specializing in the firm’s international and German practice areas. With her strong focus on providing legal support to clients, she plays an important role in managing […]
Head of operations
+31 (0)20 – 210 31 38margriet.oostenrijk@maakadvocaten.nl +31 (0)20 – 210 31 38e-Mail Margriet Oostenrijk-van Baal Head of Operations / COO Margriet Oostenrijk-van Baal is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at MAAK Advocaten. With a background in both law and leadership, Margriet brings over many years of experience in commercial environments, complemented by her legal career. […]
Office Specialist
+31 (0)20 – 210 31 38chantal.smits@maakadvocaten.nl +31 (0)20 – 210 31 38e-Mail Chantal Smits Office Specialist Chantal Smits is the Office Specialist at MAAK Advocaten, where she plays an important role in supporting the firm’s lawyers and ensuring the smooth functioning of daily operations. With a strong focus on providing comprehensive administrative support, Chantal manages […]
International law firm in Amsterdam
International Legal Services in the Netherlands Your International Gateway to Dutch Legal Expertise Are you searching for an experienced law firm in the Netherlands that understands the complexities of Dutch law and international legal frameworks? At MAAK Advocaten, we provide expert legal services nationwide, assisting businesses and individuals with their legal challenges in the Dutch […]
Choice of law: Dutch law in international contracts
In today’s increasingly interconnected global market, businesses regularly engage in cross-border agreements. Selecting the applicable law, fir examplke Dutch law, is a crucial step that significantly influences these commercial agreements’ effectiveness and reliability. But why is this choice of law so impactful, and what distinct advantages does Dutch law offer businesses seeking clarity, certainty, and […]