The multidisciplinary healthcare team, consisting of both lawyers and civil-law notaries, combines the available knowledge and expertise in the field of healthcare at BarentsKrans.
Expertise
We advise hospitals, healthcare institutions, pharmacies, health insurers and healthcare providers in various areas of law, such as on the implementation of healthcare codes in the governance structure, competition issues, procurement issues, disciplinary law, the relationship with the patients’ council, the relationship with staff, the position of medical specialists, transactions and intellectual property issues found in the field of healthcare. Our approach is characterised by addressing and resolving complex issues in a practical manner.
The team is highly regarded. We combine expertise with in-depth sector knowledge and networks, to ensure we are aware of the latest developments in the healthcare sector. We regularly organise round-table discussions with healthcare professionals. Parties’ experiences and knowledge are shared during these accessible meetings.
The healthcare team consists of specialists with different areas of expertise.
Koen van Wijk | civil-law notary | Corporate/M&A
“With the entry into force of the Healthcare Providers (Accreditation) Act (Wet toetreding zorgaanbieders, Wtza), internal rules for good management and supervision (governance) are more important than ever. Proper articles of association and corporate regulations are therefore essential for an organisation within the healthcare sector. We are not only aware of existing templates, but also have extensive experience in translating these templates into tailor-made solutions for healthcare organisations. In this way, we ensure that the articles of association and corporate regulations match the requirements and daily practice of the healthcare organisation.”
Anne-Rieke van der Linden | attorney-at-law | Corporate/M&A
“Special interests and regulations play a role in mergers and acquisitions within the healthcare sector and healthcare-related organisations. For example, the patients’ council, the health insurer and the Dutch Healthcare Authority (Nederlandse Zorgautoriteit, Nza) will have to be involved in the process at an early stage. We are familiar with the steps that need to be taken in the event of a merger or acquisition within the healthcare sector and in guiding our clients through this process.”
Caroline van Gent | attorney-at-law | partner | Employment Law
“Our employment law team has extensive experience in advising organisations and professionals within the healthcare sector. We understand what is going on within a healthcare organisation and how to deal with the works council, client council and participation of healthcare professionals in employment law issues within this domain. This could include dismissal issues, remuneration issues under the Standards for Remuneration Act (Wet Normering Topinkomens) and other employment conditions, job satisfaction and manners in the workplace, and how to deal with self-employed workers. We advise legal counsels and HR professionals of healthcare organisations, medical specialists, and directors and supervisors. If needed, we do not stop at advising, but litigate in court or the Healthcare Arbitration Tribunal.”
Marjolein van Rest | attorney-at-law | partner | Corporate Litigation
“More than ever, the healthcare sector is being expected to step outside the box in thinking about partnerships, mergers and reorganisations. Regulations are constantly changing, regulators are becoming increasingly active and relationships with internal and external stakeholders continue to be critically investigated. This involves more than just the application of the healthcare-wide governance code. We regularly represent the interests of healthcare institutions, healthcare providers such as medical specialists, management boards and supervisory boards, and of patients’ councils. For instance, we were closely involved in the preparations for a merger of hospitals; we advise on both care and cure and on the effective application of employee participation and we assist regional partnerships with their mutual relationships and before the courts.”
