Do I need a Dutch lawyer if I already have English-language documents?
Already have English-language documents for your Dutch business? Having them in English doesn't guarantee they comply with Dutch law.
Why might an English document still not comply with Dutch law?
Having an English-language document for your Dutch business does not guarantee it complies with Dutch law; a review helps identify red flags such as foreign legal concepts, missing mandatory clauses, or an incorrect governing law provision.
If you already have English-language documents for your Dutch business, whether from a template site, a foreign lawyer, or an AI tool, it's worth checking whether they actually comply with Dutch law. A document can be grammatically correct and professionally worded, and still be legally incorrect or incomplete, since language quality and legal compliance are separate things. Common red flags include references to foreign legal concepts that don't exist in the Netherlands, missing mandatory clauses, or a governing law clause that doesn't match your situation.
At EenvoudigRecht, we review existing documents and provide concrete feedback on what needs to change to comply with Dutch law, for a fixed price.
Veelgestelde vragen
Do all English-language documents need a Dutch lawyer's review?
It depends on where they came from. A document drafted specifically with Dutch law in mind, even if written in English, is different from a translated template built for another legal system. If you're unsure which category yours falls into, it's worth checking.
Can a document be professionally written but still legally incorrect?
Yes, this is a common source of confusion. A document that's grammatically correct and professionally worded in English can still be legally incorrect or incomplete under Dutch law, since language quality and legal compliance are separate things entirely.
What signals suggest my document might not comply with Dutch law?
Look for signals such as references to foreign legal concepts that don't exist in the Netherlands, missing mandatory clauses like the EU right of withdrawal, or a governing law clause that doesn't match your actual situation.
Is it safe to use AI to draft or check my Dutch documents?
It's a reasonable starting point, but AI tools generally aren't trained specifically on Dutch law and can miss or misstate specific Dutch legal requirements, even when producing fluent, convincing English text.
How much does a document review cost?
We work with a fixed price you know in advance. You send us your existing document, and receive a review with concrete feedback on what needs to change to comply with Dutch law.
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