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Administrative Law

Law Firm in the Netherlands specialised in Administrative Law

Administrative law encompasses all decisions taken by the government, such as issuing permits and licences and enforcement decisions. These decisions affect both companies and private individuals, and that is why there are many rules and safeguards that government decisions have to comply with.

Companies and private individuals can lodge an objection against a decision if they feel it has not been correctly interpreted or applied. In addition, administrative law has many areas of overlap with other areas of law, such as environmental law. For example, large building projects may lead to damage or nuisance for people living nearby.

Furthermore, if you want to conclude agreements with the government, such as a contract of sale or a public-private partnership, you will come up against administrative law.

CMS advises companies, such as property developers, but also private individuals, in all aspects of administrative law. Government organizations we assist include municipalities, water boards and provincial authorities.

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    "Really pragmatic lawyers, able to provide solid legal advice with commercial sensibility."
    The Legal 500 EMEA, 2024
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    "Advice is solid from a legal perspective but also useful from practical perspective."
    The Legal 500 EMEA, 2024
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    "It is a diverse and very hands-on team. We love their pragmatic approach."
    The Legal 500 EMEA, 2024
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    "A very hands-on and pragmatic team who take their place in the driver’s seat."
    The Legal 500 EMEA, 2024
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    "Dedicated to reach the best possible result."
    The Legal 500 EMEA, 2022
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    "They think bigger than just the case."
    The Legal 500 EMEA, 2022
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    "Very responsive and has good knowledge of the legal system, which they translate into practical and helpful advice."
    The Legal 500 EMEA, 2021

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    CMS Annual Tax Con­fer­ence 2025

  • Netherlands
    03 Apr 2025

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    24 Apr 2025

    Cross-Border Financial Services 2025 webinar series

  • Netherlands
    14 May 2025

    EU Competition Law Briefing

  • Netherlands
    15 May 2025

    AI and Employment Law

  • Netherlands
    05 Jun 2025

    AI and Competition Law

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