Areas of law

Immigration law concerns the legal rules and procedures related to immigration, asylum and residence of foreigners in a country. Lawyers in this area of law help clients with applications for visas, residence permits, and asylum procedures, and represent them in lawsuits against decision-making by immigration authorities.

Compensation law revolves around obtaining compensation for various types of damages suffered. This can range from personal injury caused by accidents to damages caused by negligence or malpractice. Lawyers in this field offer legal assistance in claiming compensation and negotiating with insurers.

Insurance law is a specialized area that focuses on the legal aspects of insurance contracts. This includes advising both policyholders and insurance companies on coverage, litigation of claims, and dispute resolution. Lawyers help clients understand their rights and obligations under an insurance contract.

Corporate law concerns the rules and legal system that regulate businesses and organizations. This includes corporate structuring, mergers and acquisitions, shareholder agreements, and corporate law. Lawyers in this field help companies with contract drafting, dispute resolution and regulatory compliance.

Competition law (or competition law) focuses on preventing unsportsmanlike competition and promoting fair business practices. This includes issues such as cartels, abuse of market power and merger control.Lawyers advise companies on regulatory matters and represent them in lawsuits against anti-competitive behaviour.Agreements and contractsThis area of law concerns the formation, execution and enforcement of agreements and contracts.Lawyers assist in drafting and reviewing contracts, and in disputes arising from breach of contract or interpretation of contractual provisions.

This area of law pertains to the formation, execution, and enforcement of agreements and contracts. Lawyers assist in the drafting and reviewing of contracts, as well as in disputes arising from breaches of contract or the interpretation of contract provisions.

Labour law is the legal framework that regulates the relationship between employers and employees. It includes topics such as employment contracts, dismissals, working conditions, and wages.Lawyers in this area advise both employees and employers on their rights and obligations and represent them in disputes.

This area of law focuses on the legal aspects of transport and logistics, including freight transport, customs and commercial law. Lawyers advise companies on the regulation of transport contracts, liability and disputes arising from deliveries.

Real estate law covers the legal aspects of real estate, including purchase, sale, lease, and development. Lawyers help clients with real estate transactions, property disputes, and compliance with zoning and building regulations.

This area of law concerns the rules and procedures by which the government operates and the relationship between the government and citizens. Lawyers handle matters of administrative law, such as licensing, enforcement, and disputes with government agencies.

Enforcement law concerns the enforcement of legal decisions, such as judgments and rulings. Lawyers help clients enforce judgments and collect debts, and advise on rights and obligations in enforcement proceedings.

Criminal law regulates crimes and related criminal proceedings. Lawyers in this area of law defend clients against criminal charges, advise on rights in the process, and represent them during court proceedings. They are involved in all stages of a criminal case, from investigation to appeal.

This area of law deals with legal issues within families, such as marriage, divorce, custody, maintenance, and inheritance law. Lawyers offer guidance in disputes and in drafting deeds such as prenuptial agreements and wills.

De bescherming van persoonlijke gegevens is direct gerelateerd aan het recht op privacy, dat een fundamenteel mensenrecht is. Advocaten identificeren de bedrijfsrisico's die voortvloeien uit het nieuwe wettelijke aansprakelijkheidsregime en nemen preventieve maatregelen. Ze stellen een beleid voor de bescherming van persoonlijke gegevens op bedrijfsniveau op, trainen het personeel dat verantwoordelijk is voor de verwerking van gegevens en zorgen ervoor dat aan de voorgeschreven controleverplichtingen wordt voldaan.