Lease law
Lease law distinguishes different lease regimes. Housing accommodation, Retail (including shops and hotels), Offices and other business accommodation. It is true that thanks to the so-called ROZ templates the lease agreements for offices, retail and residential properties are highly standardised, but the legal framework differs a lot per lease regime and the voluminous case law is often very casuistic. Making a difference in this area requires experience and knowledge. Our lease law team has this knowledge and experience.
Our expertise
Naturally, we are more than well acquainted with the various legal regimes as well as the model agreements from the Dutch Real Estate Council (ROZ) and any desired additions and exceptions thereto, depending on the position as lessor or tenant. We have also broad experience with mixed agreements, such as franchise and lease. Because we are frequently involved in all kind of lease disputes and publish articles about recent developments, we are continuously working on our specialized knowledge in this area.
What we do
Our daily practice includes drafting and negotiating lease contracts for offices, shops, hotels, restaurants, parking garages and any other commercial premises. We also regularly advise on renovation projects and other recurring questions such as: cancellation and termination of lease agreements, eviction proceedings, defects, subletting, substitution, rent reviews and service costs disputes. We usually find a practical solution for every matter, but we also do not shy away from taking matters to litigation or arbitration.
We are experts in
Lease law for retail spaces (7:290 BW) / Lease law for offices and other business spaces (7: 230a BW) / Lease law for housing accommodation / Hire purchase / Rent regulation / Administrative and zoning law / Public Housing.
Market recognition
The Legal 500 EMEA 2020 - Real estate - Ranked
The team at Kennedy Van der Laan advises on all stages of the life cycle of real estate projects from area development, due diligence and the acquisition of property, through redevelopment and construction, to property management and leasing, as well as the disposal of property. The firm's 'deep insight into the business model of hotel operators' gives it particular expertise in the hospitality sector. The recent arrival of Anita Nijboer from Ekelmans & Meijer Advocaten strengthens the practice's ability to assist with environmental and zoning matters. Richard-Jan Roks and Nico Jacobs jointly head the practice, which also includes senior associate Anne-Christine Keuning, who 'has profound legal knowledge and looks into matters very diligently and thoughtfully'.
Testimonials
‘Good mix.‘
‘Team leader has deep insight into the business model of hotel operators.‘
‘Although we work with several people from Kennedy Van der Laan in various cases, I have the feeling that everybody on the team is fully aware of the issues going on and helps each other. This means that the communication within the team is very good and efficient and that team work is not only a slogan but is put into action.‘
