Reinout Prakke

Reinout is a founding partner of ARBOR Advocaten, a Dutch boutique law firm exclusively focused on Employment and Labor Law.

He advises both national and multinational companies on a broad range of employment matters, with particular expertise in reorganisations and restructurings—often involving cross-border complexity. Reinout also has significant experience in employment litigation, collective bargaining, and negotiating collective labour agreements.

In addition to his advisory and litigation work, Reinout serves as a deputy judge at the District Court of The Hague, giving him unique insight into judicial decision-making in employment disputes.

Clients appreciate his pragmatic advice, strategic mindset, and deep understanding of both Dutch and international employment law dynamics.

Areas of Expertise

• Collective bargaining & labour agreements
• Employment litigation
• Reorganisations and restructurings
• Human resource policies
• Outsourcing
• Senior executive matters

Languages

Dutch, English, German

Professional Memberships

• Amsterdam Employment Lawyers Association
• Dutch Bar Association
• EELA – European Employment Lawyers Association
• VAAN – Dutch Employment Lawyers Association

Education

• Alpen-Adria-Universität Klagenfurt – J.D., 1985
• University of Amsterdam – Master’s Degree, 1991
• University of Amsterdam – PALA Degree, 2001