De Clercq Attorneys Notary is a Netherlands based boutique law firm offering integrated advocacy and civil law notary services. Founded in 1850, the firm has developed a focused practice by selecting key markets and legal disciplines, enabling practical, business oriented solutions for entrepreneurs, governments and works councils. With offices in Leiden and The Hague, the firm combines deep corporate, real estate, IT privacy and notarial capabilities to manage complex transactions and regulatory matters.

Renowned for longevity and a client oriented approach, De Clercq has earned national and international recognition for its core practice areas and its commitment to social responsibility. The firm celebrated its 175th anniversary in 2025 and is listed by Legal 500 for its Employment and IT practices, reflecting a track record of high quality work for clients at home and abroad.

De Clercq emphasizes a client oriented and cooperative approach that prioritizes long term partnerships. The firm communicates in plain language, delivers practical guidance aligned with clients' objectives, and maintains a focus on timely service. For client inquiries, the Leiden office states that responses are typically provided within two business days, underscoring its commitment to efficient client service.

About De Clercq Lawyers Notary

Founded in 1850

40 people in their team


Practice areas
Corporate & Commercial
Real Estate
Media, Technology and Telecoms
Employment & Labor
Lawsuits & Disputes

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Corporate & Commercial

De Clercq's Corporate & Commercial practice counsels on governance, mergers and acquisitions, compliance programs and joint ventures. The firm supports entrepreneurs and organizations with structuring transactions, negotiating agreements, and ensuring regulatory compliance across the Netherlands and abroad, delivering practical guidance aligned with clients' commercial objectives.
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Cannabis Law
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Private Equity
Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls

Real Estate

De Clercq Real Estate practice handles property transactions, development projects, leasing and related government matters, combining due diligence, risk assessment and close coordination with notarial services to deliver comprehensive real estate solutions for developers, investors and public sector clients.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Conveyancing

Media, Technology and Telecoms

Advertising and Marketing
Biotechnology
Cyber Law, Data Privacy and Data Protection
Fintech
Information Technology
Media and Entertainment
Outsourcing
Technology Transactions
Telecommunications and Broadcast
Sports Law
E-commerce & Internet Law
Space Law
Data Center & Digital Infrastructure

Employment & Labor

De Clercq Employment & Labor practice provides advisory and representation on employment law, works councils and employee participation, and supports mediation and dispute resolution to resolve workplace issues efficiently while helping clients implement effective HR policies and compliance programs.
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

Lawsuits & Disputes

De Clercq Lawsuits & Disputes practice handles litigation and dispute resolution, including mediation and arbitration, with a pragmatic approach that emphasizes clear strategy, practical outcomes and cost effective solutions for cross-border commercial and civil disputes.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

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