At Stichting LIT, we understand that behind every great innovation lies a solid legal foundation. For student teams and startups, navigating the Dutch legal landscape can be challenging. Corporate Law (Ondernemingsrecht) is the framework that governs how your organization is structured, managed, and how it interacts with others.
What is Corporate Law?
In the Netherlands, Corporate Law regulates the lifecycle of an organization—from the moment you register at the Chamber of Commerce (Kamer van Koophandel) to the daily governance of your team. It defines the rules for different legal entities and the responsibilities of those who lead them.
What we can help you with:
Within the scope of Dutch law, you can think of Corporate Law as the “manual” for your organization. We provide guidance on:
- Choosing a Legal Shape (Rechtsvorm): Should your team operate as a foundation (Stichting), an association (Vereniging), or a private limited company (BV)? We help you understand which structure fits your goals and liability needs.
- Governance & Statutes: How are decisions made? We assist in drafting and understanding your articles of association (Statuten) and internal regulations.
- Director’s Liability (Bestuurdersaansprakelijkheid): Understanding the risks and responsibilities of being a board member or director under Dutch law to ensure you are well-protected.
- Collaborations: Guidance on how to legally formalize partnerships between different student teams or with educational institutions.
Compliance: Ensuring your organization meets the mandatory Dutch filing and registration requirements.
Free for students who want to innovate
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Laagdrempelig (Low-threshold)
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Innovatiegericht (Innovation-driven)
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Toegepast (Practical)
Free for students who want to innovate
Assistance with all business-related legal issues
Why choose us?
