So much has changed in our day-to-day lives since “corona” became part of our vocabulary that it’s easy to believe that everything is different. So has this crisis fundamentally changed your legal rights in the Netherlands? Our legal experts summarise what you need to know.
Legal Expat Desk is an information hub that provides the expat community in The Netherlands with information about Dutch law and advice from legal experts. As an independent advisory service, we are able to offer multiple perspectives that help you to strengthen your legal position.
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If you own a home in the Netherlands and plan to rent it out, there are certain things you should be aware of. Here are some of the key considerations.
Glenn works in the fields of property law and liability law, supporting both international and local clients. Within property law, he frequently assists in disputes between landlords and tenants. In his liability law practice, Glenn handles many personal injury claims and gives great attention to determining liability and preparing the statement of damage. Glenn offers substantial knowledge of the limiting effect of reasonable grounds and fairness on the statute of limitations.
Glenn distinguishes himself by his ability to quickly reach the heart of the matter, and for actively listening to his clients in order to fully understand their requirements.
https://www.legalexpatdesk.nl/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/DH-archi12.jpg8112000Glenn Kerverhttps://www.legalexpatdesk.nl/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/LED-weblogo-FIN.jpgGlenn Kerver2018-01-25 00:00:002021-09-01 20:00:29What to know before renting out your house
When expats first move to the Netherlands, they often rent an accommodation while getting to know the area. As with many legal matters, tenancy laws differ from country to country. In general, the Netherlands is a country with strong protection for tenants. Broadly put, there are two types of leases: temporary and permanent leases. Most tenants are offered a temporary lease at first. So here’s what you need to know about temporary and permanent leases.
Glenn works in the fields of property law and liability law, supporting both international and local clients. Within property law, he frequently assists in disputes between landlords and tenants. In his liability law practice, Glenn handles many personal injury claims and gives great attention to determining liability and preparing the statement of damage. Glenn offers substantial knowledge of the limiting effect of reasonable grounds and fairness on the statute of limitations.
Glenn distinguishes himself by his ability to quickly reach the heart of the matter, and for actively listening to his clients in order to fully understand their requirements.
Suppose you have come to the Netherlands and you have found a great place that you start renting. But then issues arise: a leakage in the kitchen, the heating does not function properly and you have unwanted small furry guests gnawing on the beams in the attic. Who is to blame, or better yet: who is legally responsible?
Marie-Christine studied law at the University of Leiden and has an extensive experience in real estate law. She joined GMW lawyers in 2012, after she and her family returned from a four year stay in the Sultanate of Oman. Because of her experience abroad, she is well aware of the problems that expats can encounter while living outside their homeland.
Marie-Christine is specialised in tenancy law and is a member of the Specialist Association of Tenancy Law Lawyers. She advises on complicated matters of tenancy law regarding both residential and business accommodation. Her clients include housing corporations, local authorities, food service industries, enterprises of all sizes and national and private individuals from the international community. She advises and litigates on issues such as commencement and expiration of the lease, general terms and conditions, defects on delivery, concurrence of tenancy regimes, joint tenancy, hemp plantations, disturbances by neighbours, etc. Marie-Christine gives lectures on tenancy law to several real estate companies.
In addition to tenancy law, Marie-Christine also has broad experience in the purchase and sale of real estate, apartment rights, construction law, administrative law, law of obligations and debt-collection. She is well-known for her analytical skills combined with a vigorous approach.
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Are you new to the Netherlands? Or are you maybe just looking for a new place to live? Then you are advised to know your rights when it comes to Dutch tenancy law. Tenancy laws differ greatly from country to country, so what is common in your home country may not be the rule here.
Glenn works in the fields of property law and liability law, supporting both international and local clients. Within property law, he frequently assists in disputes between landlords and tenants. In his liability law practice, Glenn handles many personal injury claims and gives great attention to determining liability and preparing the statement of damage. Glenn offers substantial knowledge of the limiting effect of reasonable grounds and fairness on the statute of limitations.
Glenn distinguishes himself by his ability to quickly reach the heart of the matter, and for actively listening to his clients in order to fully understand their requirements.
https://www.legalexpatdesk.nl/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Life-in-our-house.jpg7501850Glenn Kerverhttps://www.legalexpatdesk.nl/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/LED-weblogo-FIN.jpgGlenn Kerver2017-10-11 00:00:002021-09-01 20:02:20Six things to know about renting in the Netherlands
When moving abroad for work, one of the most relevant issues that one needs to take care of is housing. Things to consider are the quality of the housing, price, one’s duration of stay and finding a place one can call home.
Marie-Christine studied law at the University of Leiden and has an extensive experience in real estate law. She joined GMW lawyers in 2012, after she and her family returned from a four year stay in the Sultanate of Oman. Because of her experience abroad, she is well aware of the problems that expats can encounter while living outside their homeland.
Marie-Christine is specialised in tenancy law and is a member of the Specialist Association of Tenancy Law Lawyers. She advises on complicated matters of tenancy law regarding both residential and business accommodation. Her clients include housing corporations, local authorities, food service industries, enterprises of all sizes and national and private individuals from the international community. She advises and litigates on issues such as commencement and expiration of the lease, general terms and conditions, defects on delivery, concurrence of tenancy regimes, joint tenancy, hemp plantations, disturbances by neighbours, etc. Marie-Christine gives lectures on tenancy law to several real estate companies.
In addition to tenancy law, Marie-Christine also has broad experience in the purchase and sale of real estate, apartment rights, construction law, administrative law, law of obligations and debt-collection. She is well-known for her analytical skills combined with a vigorous approach.
https://www.legalexpatdesk.nl/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Buitenhof-morning.jpg7501850Marie-Christine Veltkamphttps://www.legalexpatdesk.nl/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/LED-weblogo-FIN.jpgMarie-Christine Veltkamp2017-10-08 00:00:002020-10-01 15:45:08Tenancy agreement – are you in the know?
If you’ve looked for rental accommodation in the Netherlands, you’ve probably seen a lot of property descriptions. These property descriptions may tell you how large the apartment or e.g. has good lighting. However, sometimes the landlord of the property wants to ban certain groups from applying (“Not suitable for students”), or encourage other groups (“Perfect for expats”). But, is this allowed?
Godelijn experienced an international upbringing and education as an expat child living in Africa and England. Back in The Netherlands, she studied law at the University of Utrecht (1990). She then embarked on her legal career as a lawyer by working 10 years for the well-known law firm of ‘Wladimiroff en Spong Advocaten’. In 2000 she joined GMW lawyers as a partner and is the head of the Labour law and Pension section.
Godelijn specialises in international employment law and has extensive experience in dealing with both non-contentious and contentious international employment matters including (collective) redundancy packages and dismissal. She works for both companies and individual employees, enabling her to keep an open mind to both sides of a case. Naturally she helps her clients when a problem has arisen, but prefers to act before an escalation has taken place. Advice on a fair Human Resource policy is an essential part of her work.
Godelijn Boonman is considered to be the undoubted employment specialist for the expat community because she is bilingual, has a large international clientele and a wealth of experience in international employment law matters. She is therefore frequently asked to be the key note speaker at international seminars.
Godelijn has a keen interest in the international community and is a member of the advisory board of ACCESS .
https://www.legalexpatdesk.nl/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Judge2-Hoge-Raad.jpg8112000Godelijn Boonmanhttps://www.legalexpatdesk.nl/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/LED-weblogo-FIN.jpgGodelijn Boonman2017-09-26 00:00:002021-09-01 20:02:46What you need to know about discrimination in rental ads
Wouldn’t it be perfect if you rented a room and got to choose your own housemates? Just like in the TV series Friends, where Joey, Ross and the other tenants have their own room, while sharing the kitchen and bathroom.
Marie-Christine studied law at the University of Leiden and has an extensive experience in real estate law. She joined GMW lawyers in 2012, after she and her family returned from a four year stay in the Sultanate of Oman. Because of her experience abroad, she is well aware of the problems that expats can encounter while living outside their homeland.
Marie-Christine is specialised in tenancy law and is a member of the Specialist Association of Tenancy Law Lawyers. She advises on complicated matters of tenancy law regarding both residential and business accommodation. Her clients include housing corporations, local authorities, food service industries, enterprises of all sizes and national and private individuals from the international community. She advises and litigates on issues such as commencement and expiration of the lease, general terms and conditions, defects on delivery, concurrence of tenancy regimes, joint tenancy, hemp plantations, disturbances by neighbours, etc. Marie-Christine gives lectures on tenancy law to several real estate companies.
In addition to tenancy law, Marie-Christine also has broad experience in the purchase and sale of real estate, apartment rights, construction law, administrative law, law of obligations and debt-collection. She is well-known for her analytical skills combined with a vigorous approach.
https://www.legalexpatdesk.nl/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Housing-law.jpg10002000Marie-Christine Veltkamphttps://www.legalexpatdesk.nl/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/LED-weblogo-FIN.jpgMarie-Christine Veltkamp2017-03-21 00:00:002020-02-13 16:47:07Tenants: right to select a new housemate
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