Hodak

Bellen Routebeschrijving Website Contact opnemen met het bedrijf

Hodak Hodak Legal is a creative and innovative Dutch law firm

A lot of Ukrainians in the Netherlands are asking the same thing right now: what happens after temporary protection ends...
14/10/2026

A lot of Ukrainians in the Netherlands are asking the same thing right now: what happens after temporary protection ends, and what kind of stay or work options may follow? This article looks at the government’s current plans, which matter for people under the Temporary Protection Directive and for families trying to plan ahead.

The most useful points are:
- Temporary protection is set to continue until 4 March 2028, but what happens after that is still based on government plans, not final law.
- The government intends to introduce a three-year transition document from 4 March 2028 for people who had temporary protection on that date, if they meet the conditions and withdraw any pending asylum application.
- That document would allow work without a tewerkstellingsvergunning and may allow self-employment and study, but it would not give family reunification or automatically lead to permanent residence or naturalisation.
- A separate work residence permit is also planned, with income and accommodation requirements.

The article also explains what this could mean for municipal reception, social assistance, and the possible deadline around March 2031. The full breakdown is in the article.

https://hodak.nl/en/our-blog/after-temporary-protection-ukrainians-in-the-netherlands/

What happens when a divorce is not only about the house and savings, but also about a company that still has to keep run...
30/09/2026

What happens when a divorce is not only about the house and savings, but also about a company that still has to keep running?

For entrepreneurs, divorce can raise very practical questions about business continuity, valuation and tax. This article explains why corporate governance, financing structures and the division of marital property all matter when business assets are involved.

A few useful points stand out. First, actual payment capacity should be looked at through free cash flow after maintenance investments and necessary financing costs, not accounting profit alone. Second, a going-concern valuation should be explicit and verifiable, whether it is based on the asset-based method, earnings multiple method or discounted cash flow method, and it should deal consistently with latent tax liabilities. Third, reducing or waiving historical pension in own management structures can trigger a tax burden based on market value plus penalty interest, which can be very high.

The full breakdown is in the article.

https://hodak.nl/en/our-blog/divorce-and-the-entrepreneur-business-continuity/

If your business supplies workers in the Netherlands, or you work with a company that does, the big question is simple: ...
23/09/2026

If your business supplies workers in the Netherlands, or you work with a company that does, the big question is simple: what will happen once the new labour lending rules start to bite?

The article explains the Act on the Authorisation of the Provision of Labour, which is intended to enter into force on 1 January 2027. It introduces a public authorisation regime for labour lenders, so providing workers without prior authorisation will no longer be allowed.

A few points matter especially:
- A new department in the Ministry of Social Affairs and Employment, the Dutch Labour Market Authority for Labour Lending, will handle authorisations, exemptions, a public register, and market signals.
- In principle, an inspection report from a body accredited by the Dutch Accreditation Council and designated by the new authority will be needed for authorisation.
- Decisions will be administrative decisions under the General Administrative Law Act, so objections and appeals are possible. The fee is capped at €3,611, followed by an annual contribution.

There is also a build-up phase: if labour lenders register and apply before 1 July 2027, they may continue providing labour without an inspection report, while enforcement is planned from 1 January 2028.

The full breakdown is in the article.
https://hodak.nl/en/our-blog/the-act-on-the-authorization-of-the-provision-of-labour-and-the-emergence-of-the-dutch-labour-market-authority-for-labour-lending/

A criminal case with an outcome worth sharing.Together with Alrik de Haas I represented a Ukrainian entrepreneur suspect...
17/09/2026

A criminal case with an outcome worth sharing.

Together with Alrik de Haas I represented a Ukrainian entrepreneur suspected of possessing a forged Polish driving licence. He had obtained it through an Instagram company that claimed to convert Ukrainian licences legally. It couldn't. He had no reason to suspect this and cooperated fully with the investigation.

The guideline for this offence points to prison or heavy community service. Instead, at the hearing with the prosecutor we agreed on a tailored, humane solution: a €2,000 donation to Stichting X, and the case was dismissed. Paid the same day, proof sent to the prosecutor right away.

It takes a prosecutor with courage and judgement to go this route. Criminal law can look at the person and the circumstances, not just the offence.



Een strafzaak met een uitkomst die het delen waard is.

Samen met mr. Alrik de Haas stond ik een Oekraïense ondernemer bij die werd verdacht van het bezit van een vals Pools rijbewijs. Hij had het verkregen via een bedrijf op Instagram dat beweerde Oekraïense rijbewijzen legaal om te zetten. Dat mocht het niet. Onze cliënt kon dat niet weten en heeft volledig meegewerkt aan het onderzoek.

De richtlijn voor dit feit gaat uit van een gevangenisstraf of een forse taakstraf. In plaats daarvan hebben we tijdens het hoorgesprek bij het Openbaar Ministerie een maatwerkoplossing bereikt: een donatie van € 2.000 aan Stichting X, waarna de zaak is geseponeerd. Dezelfde dag betaald, bewijs meteen naar de officier.

Daar is een officier van justitie met moed en gezond verstand voor nodig. Het strafrecht kan kijken naar de mens en de omstandigheden, niet alleen naar het feit.

What happens if an EU or UN sanctions decision affects business, banking, trade, or even legal work in the Netherlands? ...
16/09/2026

What happens if an EU or UN sanctions decision affects business, banking, trade, or even legal work in the Netherlands? The answer is more complicated than many people expect, because implementation is spread across several Dutch authorities.

Our latest English blog explains how international sanctions are implemented under the Sanctions Act 1977, and why compliance can involve different players at the same time. A few points stand out:
- Violations are treated as economic offences, and if intent is proven, penalties can be substantial.
- Criminal enforcement is centralised with the Public Prosecution Service, working with bodies such as the FIOD.
- Customs, financial supervisors, and other authorities each handle their own part of the system, from strategic goods to customer screening and record-keeping.

The article also looks at the planned modernisation of the Sanctions Act, which is meant to improve coordination, transparency, legal certainty, and accessibility.

The full breakdown is in the article:
https://hodak.nl/en/our-blog/the-implementation-of-international-sanctions-in-the-netherlands/

Applying for asylum in the Netherlands after 12 June 2026 and wondering which rules apply to your case? That is exactly ...
09/09/2026

Applying for asylum in the Netherlands after 12 June 2026 and wondering which rules apply to your case? That is exactly what this article explains.

For new applications, the new EU Pact on Migration and Asylum rules apply, while applications filed before that date usually stay under the old system. The article also explains the main steps and deadlines: screening, registration and lodging, including the shorter border procedure timetable.

It also highlights important practical points: who may fall under the mandatory border procedure, what the common EU list of safe countries of origin means, and what support applicants are entitled to during the procedure, such as accommodation, food, personal care and a daily allowance. It also covers appeals, interim measures, and the tighter rules for family reunification for people with subsidiary protection.

The full breakdown is in the article.
https://hodak.nl/en/our-blog/applying-for-asylum-in-the-netherlands-from-12-june-2026-what-has-changed-for-you/

A client asks: if the Netherlands has a housing shortage, what does that mean for asylum reception and for people with a...
02/09/2026

A client asks: if the Netherlands has a housing shortage, what does that mean for asylum reception and for people with a residence permit looking for a place to live?

Our latest article looks at how housing scarcity and migration law overlap, and where the legal limits actually are. It explains that Article 22(2) of the Constitution is an instruction to the legislature and executive, not a direct right to a home, and that Article 11 ICESCR is usually not treated by Dutch courts as directly effective in this context. By contrast, Article 19(2) of the recast Reception Conditions Directive and Article 3 ECHR can create enforceable standards for adequate reception conditions.

The article also covers the Ter Apel case, where the Court of Appeal of Arnhem-Leeuwarden upheld a penalty payment of 50,000 euros per day for occupancy above 2,000 persons, and the rules on municipal quotas for housing status holders under the Housing Allocation Act 2014.

The full breakdown is in the article.

https://hodak.nl/en/our-blog/housing-scarcity-and-migration-in-the-netherlands/

Have you just moved to the Netherlands, started working here, or received a reminder from the Belastingdienst and are wo...
26/08/2026

Have you just moved to the Netherlands, started working here, or received a reminder from the Belastingdienst and are wondering what has to go into your income tax return? This article explains the basics in a clear way.

A few points that matter:
If you are a Dutch tax resident, you generally report your worldwide income. If you are a non-resident, you usually report only the income and assets that are taxable in the Netherlands.
Income is split into Box 1, Box 2 and Box 3, and each box is taxed differently. The article also explains the 2026 rates and thresholds, including the Box 3 tax-free allowance and the rule that you may report an actual return if it is lower than the deemed return.
Timing matters too: for most individuals, the 2025 return had to be received by 1 May 2026, with an extension generally until 1 September 2026. Missing deadlines can lead to penalties, and in some cases an estimated assessment.

The full breakdown is in the article.

ARTICLE LINK:
https://hodak.nl/en/our-blog/income-tax-return-netherlands/

Thinking about buying a business in the Netherlands, but not sure what you are actually buying and what needs checking f...
19/08/2026

Thinking about buying a business in the Netherlands, but not sure what you are actually buying and what needs checking first? That is exactly what this article looks at.

It explains that acquisition opportunities can come up in sectors such as mechanical engineering, the oil and chemical industry, construction, agriculture and regulated industries. It also sets out the main legal forms you may encounter: the sole proprietorship, the private limited company and the public limited company. If you are buying a bv, the deal involves purchasing shares.

A few practical points matter before signing anything. The article highlights due diligence, valuation, a legal audit and a financial audit, including checking debtor positions and tax liabilities. It also notes the tax side, including btw at 21% and corporate income tax at 19 to 25.8% depending on profits. For banking, you may need a notarised and translated passport copy, an Extract from the Trade Register and proof of address.

The full breakdown is in the article. General information only, not legal advice.

https://hodak.nl/en/our-blog/buying-a-business-in-the-netherlands/

What happens when AI does not just change one job, but makes whole categories of cognitive work disappear? That is the r...
12/08/2026

What happens when AI does not just change one job, but makes whole categories of cognitive work disappear? That is the real question behind this article.

The Dutch legal system still largely ties a person’s position to function, labour and wage. That works as long as there is another suitable role to move into, but Article 7:669(1) BW assumes reassignment is possible, even with training, and that training can bridge the gap within the notice period. The article also explains that Article 7:611a BW requires necessary training, while compulsory training has been free of charge and counted as working time since 1 August 2022, yet employers are not obliged to retrain someone for a future outside the company.

It also looks at highly skilled migrants, who remain tied to salary and employment, and at AI-driven workplace decisions under the GDPR, which already applies.

The full breakdown is in the article.

https://hodak.nl/en/our-blog/human-or-function/

Adres

Pietersbergweg 291
Amsterdam
1105BM

Telefoon

+31403690467

Website

Meldingen

Wees de eerste die het weet en laat ons u een e-mail sturen wanneer Hodak nieuws en promoties plaatst. Uw e-mailadres wordt niet voor andere doeleinden gebruikt en u kunt zich op elk gewenst moment afmelden.

Contact Opnemen Met Het Bedrijf

Stuur een bericht naar Hodak:

Snelkoppelingen

Delen

Categorie