Law firm in Amsterdam, the Netherlands

We specialise in Dutch civil law and we are based in Amsterdam and in Naarden, the Netherlands, located near Schiphol Airport (just 10 minutes by car or train). AMS’s highly experienced lawyers both advise and litigate for Dutch and international companies and private individuals. We are committed to providing our clients with not only excellent service, but also cost-effective fee structures.

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Filing for bankruptcy to dismiss an employee free of charge: abuse of Dutch bankruptcy law?

Employees enjoy dismissal protection under normal circumstances. They cannot simply be dismissed. Moreover, an employee who is not to blame for the dismissal is entitled to a transition payment. This protection is virtually absent in the event of the employer’s bankruptcy. This can lead to the abuse of bankruptcy law. Dutch Insolvency Law Lawyer Marco Guit explains.

Law firm in Amsterdam, the Netherlands

Practice areas

Filing for bankruptcy to dismiss an employee free of charge: abuse of Dutch bankruptcy law?

Violation of the Dutch Beklamel criterion by directors of a bankrupt construction company?

Agreement on exit but not on share price? How about a flash exit?

How does an emergency arbitrator under ICC Rules decide on a request for security?