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Our lawyers regularly publish articles in national legal journals. In addition, court decisions regarding cases tried by one of our lawyers have been included in different Dutch case law collections.
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Amsterdam, the Place to Settle
Article Paradigm Fall 2011 - By mr. drs. Reinier W.L. Russell
The unique possibility to declare collective settlements in class action cases binding upon all aggrieved
parties only exists in the Netherlands. This possibility is based on the Dutch Collective Settlements Act (known as WCAM). Recently, the Amsterdam Court of Appeal has even opened its doors for cases that bind mostly non-Dutch nationals. To foreign (including American) companies, it can be an attractive alternative solution to settle claims from victims residing in different countries, because it is a choice opportunity that can be used to end cross-border mass disputes.
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Art and Law: State of the Art
Owning works of art is a great pleasure, however, it is not always an unqualified pleasure. Which legal issues may arise in the context of buying, selling, and owning art? Which works of art may not be purchased? Is it allowed to change a work of art? Who is responsible for damage caused by incompetent restoration? What are the economic benefits art may yield?
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Labor law in the Netherlands: Ready for the challenge?
Article Paradigm Winter 2011 - By mr. drs. Reinier W.L. Russell
Dutch employee protection is far-reaching and can impose severe restrictions on employers. However, the Netherlands is an appealing place to conduct business, particularly with a qualified lawyer steering you through the rules and regulatons of Dutch labor law.
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Company formation in the Netherlands
Acquisition International, March 2011 - By mr. drs. Reinier W.L. Russell
The Netherlands is a perfect business location for entrepreneurs. The well-developed logistic and technical infrastructure, its highly skilled, multilingual and flexible work force, its favourable tax regulations for businesses, its stable political climate and its high standard of living makes the Netherlands the ideal place to start a business.
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Qua patet orbis. Roman Dutch Law in Dutch Brazil (1630–1654)
By mr. Paul Russell and mr. drs. Reinier Russell
The Northeast of Brazil was in the 17th century for a short period a colony of the Dutch West India Company. In this article mr. Paul Russell and mr. drs. Reinier W.L. Russell, the Honorary Consul of Brazil in Amsterdam, depict both the legal organisation and the existing law of the colony on the basis of the most important charters, rules and regulations.
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Labour Law
By mr. Jan Dop
Dutch labour law includes many provisions that protect employee interests. In this paper mr. Jan Dop will answer questions such as: What makes a contract an employment agreement? Which articles in an agreement are compulsory? How can you terminate an agreement? What are your obligations to sick employees? Are you free to select job applicants?
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Commercial Contracts
Russell Advocaten B.V.
This article will deal with the most important legal aspects of the formation of contracts in the Netherlands. In which phase can you end negotiations without having to pay compensation? When is the contract you have concluded legally valid? What can you do when your contracting partner does not perform? Which legal system is applicable to international contracts? What should be included in your general terms and conditions?
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Corporate Law
By mr. Jan Dop
The structure of Dutch companies differs from that in the Anglo-saxon world. In this article the main characteristics of Dutch companies will be described as well as the most important rules for corporate governance.
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Art and Law
State of the art
In this article some important aspects of buying and owning art are treated, e.g. fraud, taxation, damage and restoration of works of art. Owning art is undoubtedly an aesthetic pleasure: you can sit back and admire a painting on your dining room wall whenever you want. With all due respect, you cannot say the same of a securities portfolio! The constantly rising prices on the art market mean that excellent returns can be achieved in financial terms. Moreover, a proper art collection is not taxed annually, as is the case with your securities.
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Diplomatic Mission
By mr Minke M. Kroon
Foreign embassies and consulates have a special status because they are considered to rule under their own flag and not under that of the country of residency. Nevertheless, in some cases they are subject to Dutch law, for example with regard to their diplomatic staff. In this article mr. Minke Kroon discusses the limits of diplomatic immunity and how they are defined, the consequences of the diplomatic status and the situations to which Dutch law is applicable.
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The Dutch Legal System
Russell Advocaten
What are the rules governing Dutch court proceedings? Who are the professionals involved in these proceedings? What are the sources of Dutch law? By answering these questions this article provides a concise introduction to the Dutch legal system.
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Employee Participation
By mr Stephanie E.M. Dekker
In the Netherlands, employee participation rights in companies are provided for by Dutch law. Therefore, it is important to know which schemes are subject to advice or approval by your employees, and which schemes are not. In this article mr. Stephanie Dekker explains the different forms of employee participation.
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