Niels Verhage (1973) is an experienced lawyer specializing in labor law in a broad sense. He has been practicing as a lawyer since 1999 and has focused his career on employment law.

In his daily practice, Niels represents both employers and employees in labor law matters. With over 20 years of experience as an employment lawyer, he has gained extensive expertise in individual and collective dismissal cases, reorganizations, performance-related issues, labor participation law, summary dismissals, sickness, competition disputes, and the dismissal of statutory directors.

His particular interest lies in underperformance and building a case file. Specifically, he explores how to handle situations where an employee’s performance does not meet the employer’s expectations. Niels provides practical and solution-oriented support to employers and employees in this process, which is known for its challenges and pitfalls. His task is to navigate these obstacles.

Niels adopts a practical and efficient approach to resolving labor law issues, aiming to minimize escalating legal costs. Client interests are always at the forefront, and he strives for the best possible outcome. He responds promptly and ensures that he is easily reachable, even outside office hours, for consultation or advice.

Niels completed his law studies in Groningen in 1998. Subsequently, he underwent training to become a lawyer and specialized in labor law. Notably, he graduated with honors from the Grotius specialization course in labor law, an achievement he continues to take great pride in. He is a member of the Association of Labor Lawyers Netherlands (VAAN), the Association of Labor Lawyers Amsterdam (VAAA), the Association for Labor Law (VvA), and serves on the board of Ondernemende Advocaten Amsterdam (OAA).

Until November 1, 2009, Niels was a partner at JPR Advocaten, where he was affiliated for over 10 years and also served as chairman of the labor law section. Since November 1, 2009, he has been a partner at Haseborg & Zillinger Advocaten in his hometown of Amsterdam. This firm continued under the name Zilver Advocaten as of January 1, 2015.

In his free time, Niels enjoys sports and exploring Amsterdam and its surroundings while walking his dog. He likes to ski in the winter and frequently takes boat trips along Amsterdam’s canals with friends in the summer.