Russell Advocaten is recommended by The Legal 500, the guide to the leading law firms worldwide. We have now been recommended for the 20th consecutive year in a row. This year, we are especially recommended in the categories:
We are pleased with the recognition for the quality of our legal services. Especially because not only experts but also our clients have an important voice in this. Please read below why The Legal 500 and our clients express their high esteem for the expertise and services of Russell Advocaten:
The employment practice at Russell Advocaten B.V. is led by Jan Dop, who specialises in advising foreign authorities, embassies, and consulates on employment matters. The team assists with a range of employment law issues, but is particularly strong in the retail sector, including acting for fashion and luxury brands, as well as IT. The practice offers day-to-day employment advice to clients from these sectors, including at boardroom level.
‘The team at Russell has extensive knowledge about employment law in the Netherlands and keeps us informed, with monthly updates on important issues.’
‘Jan Dop is our direct contact for employment matters, Jan Dop is well informed and professional and available 24/7 for issues that need immediate attention. We have been working with Jan for many years and are very satisfied.’
‘We have worked a lot with Jan Dop, who is an expert in the field of employment law.’
Known for advising embassies with real estate issues, the real estate practice at independent firm Russell Advocaten B.V. is equipped to advise on numerous issues, such as leasing, purchasing and disputes. Another key area for the firm is retail real estate. Managing partner Reinier W.L. Russell chairs the practice and has a broad practice that includes real estate.
‘Reinier W.L. Russell has helped us with negotiating our lease of our building. They have thoroughly negotiated the contract for us and provided great feedback. In addition, the firm followed up with advice on how to negotiate a long term contract.’
‘Their knowledge of the industry is profound and invaluable to our clients looking to get started in the Netherlands.’
‘I love working with Reinier W.L. Russell because you know where you stand so quickly. Straightforward, a very good trait for a legal advisor.’
‘Fighting spirit, availability, sense of urgency. Great strategic partners.’
‘They know what they are talking about, they do not beat around the bush. They always pick up their phone and we feel like a number one client.’
Independent law firm Russell Advocaten B.V. focuses on commercial litigation for international clients within the retail, fashion and luxury, IT, and art sectors. The practice is particularly notable for its expertise in art-related cases, particularly involving the trade and ownership of artwork. Practice head Paul Russell is the leading force behind high-profile, often international cases, drawing on his expertise in art, commercial, and corporate law.
Russell Advocaten B.V. has a client roster that includes major players in the luxury goods and fashion sector, which it acts for in regards to corporate and commercial matters, contractual and employment issues and real estate. The team is led by Reinier Russell, who advises on corporate law and issues affecting the day-to-day running of retail businesses, and Jan Dop, whose focus is on employment and real estate law.
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