Private | Procedures and Disputes

Proceedings and dispute settlement

Even the most peaceful among us can become involved in disputes, after not being paid upon delivery or after having one’s trademark used abusively. One might also have a dispute with the employer or some governmental bodies. In each of these cases, it is best to let GMW Advocaten experts conduct negotiations as they can find pragmatic and efficient ways to settle matters out of court.

Should an amicable settlement no longer be an option one will have to consider bringing matters to court. The other party involved might also initiate legal proceedings. Every case has its own procedural scenario, reaching from interlocutory proceedings, proceedings on the merits, appeal, default of appearance, subdistrict court proceedings, mediation, arbitration,summons/subpoena, application proceedings, seizure, enforcement, debt collection or dispute proceedings. 

Litigation vs out-of-court settlement

Most often negotiated and voluntarily accepted out-of-court settlements are cheaper, faster and better than court imposed rulings. However, in certain situations litigation cannot be avoided. The other party might repeatedly change its mind, trying to squeeze in last-minute, unilateral advantages into the agreement, the parameters of the case may change, raising the stakes or the principles involved become too important.

Our role

GMW Advocaten has a solid reputation for handling court procedures in an efficient and cost effective manner. Following an intake meeting the overall situation will be evaluated and you will be advised on the chances you stand in the procedure. A risk assessment and an estimate of costs will help evaluate which way to go best. We will handle settlement negotiations on our behalf; should this no longer be an option we will advance with the court procedures, short-circuiting any waste of time, energy or money.

Information 

Please contact Mark Krul for further information