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Preventing financial difficulties from leading to bankruptcy

Revenue is declining and debts are mounting, but surely things will turn around. Those who take this approach to financial difficulties often wait too long to act. That is a missed opportunity, as the growing use of out-of-court restructuring agreements offers businesses more ways to stay afloat. According to partners Jeroen Tulfer, Michiel Peeters and Ralph Geelen, timing is crucial. “You need to fix the roof while the sun is shining.”

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Integrating AI legislation into SMEs and education

Recently, the AI Act came into force in the Netherlands. This European regulation represents the first comprehensive legislation specifically targeting artificial intelligence. The aim of the regulation is twofold: on the one hand, to ensure safe and reliable AI systems, and on the other, to protect fundamental rights. Boels Zanders is well aware of the implications of the regulation for SMEs and the education sector.

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Rent increases in the private rental sector under scrutiny: what lies ahead for landlords?

For many landlords in the private rental sector, annual rent increases have long been taken for granted. However, a recent court ruling has cast serious doubt on this practice, causing considerable concern across the real estate sector. The consequences could be far-reaching, affecting not only future rent increases but also amounts already paid in the past.

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Beyond the circularity checkbox: How to integrate circularity into your tender process

In 2026, virtually every public sector organisation aims to procure sustainably and embrace circularity. Yet in practice, translating circular ambitions into public procurement procedures proves more challenging than expected. How can you f...

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A lawyer in every country

A cross-border legal issue often requires a lawyer in the relevant country. For clients of Boels Zanders, this is not a problem: thanks to the global ADVOC network, entrepreneurs can turn to their trusted lawyer, who ensures that an ADVOC p...

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Acquisition: The Rutten family has sold its shareholding in Gulpener Brewery to Grolsch

The Rutten family has sold its shareholding in Gulpener Brewery, the independent family-owned brewery based in Gulpen, Limburg, to Grolsch. As a result of the transaction, Grolsch has become the sole owner of the brewery. Founded in 1825, G...

02 07 2026

Acquisition: Boels Zanders advises Ronald Hoppzak and Boy Knapen on the sale of De Schatberg to RCN Vakantieparken.

RCN Vakantieparken has acquired De Schatberg, a holiday resort located in Sevenum. De Schatberg is one of the largest holiday parks in the province of Limburg, offering 425 touring pitches, 450 seasonal pitches and 170 holiday bungalows. Th...

09 04 2026

Boels Zanders featured in Legal 500

The Legal 500 is a leading organization that evaluates law firms worldwide based on independent research, client feedback, and performance within their areas of expertise. The guide helps businesses and individuals select the most suitable ...

25 03 2026

Acquisition: Taxperience joins Crowe Foederer

Tax consultancy firm Taxperience from ’s-Hertogenbosch is joining accounting and advisory organization Crowe Foederer. With this step, Crowe Foederer strengthens its position in the tax domain and further expands its presence in North Bra...

05 11 2025

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