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How we help expats in the Netherlands
Legal Expat Desk connects internationals living in The Netherlands with English-speaking lawyers who help them to solve their legal problems.
Get clear answers to frequently asked questions and articles about key topics affecting the expat community in our Legal Expat Desk knowledge base, meet our team of specialist lawyers, or learn more about the areas of law in which we practice.
Practice areas
Business law
Learn what doing business in the Netherlands means in practice, from contracts and claims to mergers.
Employment law
From contracts to disputes and pensions, know your rights about work in the Netherlands.
Family law
From marriage and divorce to inheritance and estate planning, get the answers your family needs.
White paper about working in the Netherlands
This white paper is for expats living in the Netherlands who are seeking clear answers about Dutch employment law.
Understand your rights as an employee in some of the most challenging situations that you may face at work. Get clear guidance on how to handle problems at work, with concrete examples and helpful legal tips.
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