Litigation in the Netherlands

This book offers the ideal way for a foreign lawyer to get in touch with

litigation practice and procedure in the Netherlands. Whether a lawyer comes

to Dutch litigation in the normal course of business, or whether the brief and

inexpensive kort geding (preliminary relief proceedings) is the main

attraction, this concise guide provides a solid understanding of the practical

implications of Dutch litigation. This is the indispensable tool for

meaningful exchanges with your Dutch litigation counsel, prior or during any

lawsuit.

The authors are seasoned practitioners, experienced in representing

international clients in the Dutch legal arena. Expertly they cover the three

types of dispute resolution practiced under Dutch law:

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litigation in the civil courts, including corporate litigation in the

Enterprise Court, as well as recent changes to the Code of Civil Procedure and

discussion of likely trends arising from new and pending legislative proposals;

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arbitration, including discussion of mediation and expert determination; and

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administrative litigation, including admissibility, administrative review,

jurisdiction, preliminary relief, and judicial review in the civil courts.

Litigation in the Netherlands will prove a practical and comprehensive

guide for all foreign lawyers, businesses and individuals involved in

commercial litigation in the Netherlands, as well as a handy reference for

Dutch lawyers who wish to advise their English-speaking clients on Dutch

litigation.