We use cookies to personalise content and ads, to provide social media features and to analyse our traffic. We also share information about your use of our site with our social media, advertising and analytics partners who may combine it with other information that you’ve provided to them or that they’ve collected from your use of their services.
Our privacy statement:
Below you can choose for which purposes you want to allow cookies on the website of De Clercq.
Associate | Attorney at law
Employment, Employee Participation & Mediation
Laura Gringhuis mainly advises employers on employment law matters relevant to human resources. Her practice also includes social security law and employment participation. In addition to this, Laura provides employment law workshops and webinars for HR, and trains works councils and directors on the Works Councils Act (WOR). Laura is an enthusiastic, dedicated and approachable attorney with a down-to-earth and empathic approach.
‘Employment law is a varied field that is continually evolving and extremely challenging, both in practice and at the academic level. And that’s why it suits me down to the ground. Being able to help people make progress is a source of energy for me. Keeping the bigger picture in focus helps me to advise clients on the most effective solution.’
Laura’s introduction to the legal profession came during her studies, through her part-time job at a law firm in Groningen. She also provided legal advice at a legal advice centre. After completing her studies, Laura focused principally on employment law, working in this field at a law firm in Utrecht for almost five years. She joined De Clercq in May 2022.
On a daily basis, Laura primarily advises employers on employment law matters such as individual dismissal, unsatisfactory performance and terms and conditions of employment (including changes to these). Laura also specialises in assisting employees who are incapacitated for work, providing advice on reintegration obligations, partial or full termination of employment due to long-term disability, and social security law as it relates to benefits under the Work and Income (Capacity for Work) Act (WIA) and wage sanctions. Finally, employment participation is also part of her practice. She advises and guides works councils and directors in a wide range of processes and collaborations.
Summary dismissal
Providing advice and guidance to an employer in handling and settling a summary dismissal.
Early IVA benefit
I conducted an appeal on behalf of an employer against the rejection by the Employee Insurance Agency (UWV) of an early benefit under the Fully Disabled Persons Income Scheme (IVA). As a result, the IVA benefit was approved retroactively, saving the employer a considerable amount in costs.
Guidance in reintegration process
I guide employers in reintegration processes, on the one hand to ensure that they satisfy all of the legal obligations and avoid wage sanctions, and on the other to enable employees to return to work as soon as possible.
Hybrid work scheme
Advising and guiding works councils on establishing a Hybrid Work scheme.
Occupational health and safety policy
Advising and guiding works councils in their role with respect to establishing and developing an occupational health and safety policy, including hazard identification and risk assessment (RI&E) and appointing prevention officers.
Employment, Employee Participation & Mediation
9 January 2025
Over the past year, courts have once again ruled on several employee participation issues. In this blog, we discuss some of these 2024 rulings, along with practical tips.
Employment, Employee Participation & Mediation
6 January 2025
The work environment has undergone significant changes in recent years. Technological advancements, a new generation of employees, and workers' desire to prioritize work-life balance compel employers to rethink their policies and employment terms. Adapting to these changes is crucial, as modern employment terms are increasingly a key factor in talent retention, attracting new employees, productivity, and overall employee engagement. What modern employment terms can you consider? This blog series will explore them in detail.
Employment, Employee Participation & Mediation
24 December 2024
From January 1, 2025, a major change in employee representation will take effect: the current Market I and Market II joint sectoral committees will be replaced by a single, unified joint sectoral committee under the Social and Economic Council (SER). What impact will this have on works councils, employee representation bodies, and directors? This blog explains the reasons behind this change and its practical implications for employee participation.