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Welcome to the website of Kernkamp Advocaten, a Dutch law firm based in Rotterdam. If you are searching for legal assistance in The Netherlands, then Kernkamp Advocaten could be the law firm that you are looking for.

Why Kernkamp Advocaten?

We don't have a problem, we have Kernkamp.

This straightforward quote from one of our clients, summarises our mission. Our mission is to quickly identify and resolve problems to the client's satisfaction.

Our firm's lawyers are committed to building lasting relationships with our clients. We find it important that new clients feel as confident in us as our existing clients.

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Transfer of Undertakings

The Kingdom of The Netherlands has implemented the (revised) European Transfer of Undertaking Directive (2001/23/EC). On the basis of Articles 7:662-666 of the Dutch Civil Code, the rights and obligations arising from the contracts of employment of the enterprise's employees are transferred to the new owner, but for one year after the date of transfer the old employer remains severally liable for obligations already existing at the time. The above rule applies both to enterprises in the market sector and to non-profit-making organizations. It does not apply to the distribution of an enterprise's assets as a result of the owner's bankruptcy .

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Rotterdam Guarantee Form 2008

The Rotterdam Guarantee Form is traditionally used by Dutch maritime lawyers to put up security in shipping in the Netherlands. The form was created by the Commission Rotterdam Guarantee Form to prevent unnecessary delay due to discussions on wording, each time a vessel is arrested. The Rotterdam Guarantee Form is usually considered to be an acceptable form of security and thus generally contributes to a quick release form arrest.

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Rotterdam Guarantee Form 2008

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A copy of the form is embedded in this page. For further information, please feel free to contact our Transport and International Trade contact person.

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Your Road Transport Lawyer in The Netherlands

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Liability of Directors

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Arbitration in The Netherlands

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Litigation in The Netherlands

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Incoterms 2000

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