Nico van der Peet

Nico is a specialist in corporate law. The ever-changing nature of business makes this area of law both dynamic and engaging for him. He is frequently called upon to advise on a variety of corporate decisions with legal implications. For example, when a shareholder enters or exits a company, when a partnership is formed or dissolved, or when business units are acquired or divested. Nico is well-versed in navigating these decisions to ensure successful execution.

When the landscape suddenly shifts, Nico is there to support the business or entrepreneur. This includes changes in laws and regulations, disputes with key suppliers, or uncovering instances of fraud within the organization.

Nico understands that entrepreneurs possess a healthy degree of risk appetite. After all, no risk means no return. He provides expert advice on how to manage these risks effectively and prevent liability. Additionally, Nico is highly skilled in matters related to the liability of shareholders, directors, and supervisory board members. His expertise also extends to professional liability and complex debt collection cases.

Nico represents shareholders, directors, and supervisory board members, both collectively and individually, in litigation concerning liability issues and conflicts arising within or around the business. He has extensive experience in shareholder disputes, the legal validity of decision-making processes, and the termination of partnerships or collaborations.

Postgraduate Programmes

• Grotius Specialisation Programme in Corporate and Business Law, 2010
• Dutch Law, Maastricht University, 2004

Professional Memberships

• Dutch Bar Association (Nederlandse Orde van Advocaten)
• Association for Corporate Litigation (Vereniging Corporate Litigation)
• Consultation Committee of the Civil Court of Appeal in ‘s-Hertogenbosch (Overlegcommissie Civiel Gerechtshof ’s-Hertogenbosch)
• Limburg Employers’ Association (Limburgse Werkgevers Vereniging, LWV)

Teaching / Guest Lectures

• The Day of the Limburg Supervisory Board Member (De Dag van de Limburgse Commissaris)
• Institute for Corporate Law, Governance, and Innovation Policies (ICGI, Maastricht University)
• Various guest lectures

• Dutch
• English

1. Law of Civil Procedure
   • Arbitration
   • Attachment and Execution Law
   • Litigation
2. Corporate Law
   • Agency & Distribution
   • Professional Liability
   • Directors’ Liability
   • Mergers and Acquisitions
   • Companies
   • Associations & Foundations
3. Law of Obligations

According to the standards set by the Dutch Bar Association, these registrations require Nico to obtain ten continuing education points annually in each of the registered areas of law.