Houthoff’s Public Law Team assists government bodies, domestic companies and foreign corporations. That’s why our public law specialists understand the challenges and opportunities for both public and private clients. As the public law market leader, Houthoff is always involved in the most ground-breaking and complex public law related cases. This can involve anything from giving advice on public-private partnerships and litigating licence or subsidy cases to managing complex crisis situations. Our Public Law Team is also regularly asked to give the legislature advice on new laws and regulations. Our specialists understand the language of government bodies and supervisory authorities and they understand the market. This unique combination means that the services we offer are unrivalled.
Our expertise in public law matters
Houthoff is the trusted adviser for many large companies with regard to the public law aspects of their businesses. Our Public Law Team comprises specialists in the areas of planning and zoning law (environmental law), and specialists in the areas of financial and public economic law. Houthoff is involved in the most important spatial development projects, and advises developers and government bodies from the drawing board until completion.
Our public law specialists have comprehensive legal expertise and sector knowledge and they assist parties in matters such as internal investigations, regulatory issues with supervisory authorities and enforcement processes. If necessary, they represent clients in proceedings before bodies like the Administrative Jurisdiction Division of the Council of State or the Trade and Industry Appeals Tribunal.
Our changing society means that we need to have a better understanding of public governance and its correct application. Our Public Law Team has gained a special position in this area and advises companies and government bodies on investigations related to governance.
Houthoff is one of the founders of Pro Bono Connect, the first Dutch public interest clearing house. NGOs like Amnesty International and PAX have sought the advice of our experts via this organisation on highly politically-sensitive issues like human rights and sustainability.
Our Public Law Team works closely together with our specialists in areas such as M&A, real estate, procedural law, procurement, and EU and competition. Together with our sector-specific focus (including healthcare, energy, governance, construction and IT) this multi-disciplinary approach leads to well-considered advice and pragmatic solutions. We provide solutions for today and for the future.
