Haij Wende

De Haij & Van der Wende is a specialised commercial law firm located in Capelle aan den IJssel, in the vicinity of Rotterdam. The firm provides legal services primarily to companies and (non-profit) organisations, focusing on employment law, real estate law, corporate law and environment and planning law.

Its business philosophy centers on short communication lines and a flexible, practical approach that delivers the best solutions. The firm focuses on building long-term relationships with clients, understanding the person or company, and carefully monitoring costs. Whenever possible, it seeks solutions outside the courtroom through consultation or negotiation.

The office is supported by a team of experienced lawyers, including Gerard van der Wende, Erwin den Hartog, Dennis Oud, Bas van der Eijk, Lennart Hordijk, Tessa Sipkema, Elke Hofman-Bijvank and Iris Keemink, with Beau Frantzen providing legal support. De Haij & Van der Wende maintains a large network of civil-law notaries, tax advisers, accountants, trademark and copyright specialists and patent and trademark agents to support cross-disciplinary matters and ensure clients have access to the right expertise for complex projects.