THE TEAM
Wattilete Advocaten is a small private law firm. Two lawyers and their staff help you to find tailor made solutions to your legal problems, whatever the nature or background. Besides English, we also speak Spanish, German, French and Indonesian/ Malay.
Both lawyers and staff members always aim to serve you to the best of our knowledge and abilities. In doing so, we continuously strive to find the most suitable answer to your personal questions, needs and wishes, according to the highest legal standards.
Wattilete Advocaten prides upon a legal experience of more than 20 years. We have been providing services to members of both higher and lower income groups.
JURISDICTIONS
ALIENS / IMMIGRATION LAW
If you have problems with your residence permit, because it is about to expire or if you need an extension, or if you apply for a work permit (TWV), we can help with the understanding and meeting the rules and regulations.
CRIMINAL LAW
If you are suspect of a criminal offence, a minor theft or a major offence like homicide, we will assist you from the moment you are taken into custody to the ultimate trial in case of appeal.
LABOUR LAW
If you have a conflict with your employer about a leave of absence (holidays, family care) or you are enable to dispose of an employee who fails to live up to your expectations, we will help you reach an acceptable and suitable agreement.
FAMILY LAW
If you would like a divorce, mutually agreed or not, or if you wish deny being the natural parent of a child, we have ample experience in dealing with the necessary procedures.
LAW OF SOCIAL SERVICES
If you disagree with the Dutch authorities about matters concerning Health Law, Pension plan or child benefits, we will assist you with your application or appeal.
ADMINISTRATIVE LAW
If you face unfavourable decisions of the DWI or UWV by stopping the payment of social security or other benefits, we can appeal against the decisions of these government agencies and ask the Judge for a temporary agreement.
RENT LAW
If you have questions about being a co-tenant or if you paid a deposit at the beginning of the rental period and the landlord refuses to refund it when you move out, we can find a proper legal solution.
NEED HELP?
If you have any questions regarding jurisdictions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us. We are happy to assist you.
THE COST OF LEGAL ASSISTANCE
Wattilete Advocaten prides upon a legal experience of more than 20 years. We have been providing services to members of both higher and lower income groups. On our request the Council of Legal Aid (Raad van Rechtsbijstand) decides whether you are entitled to financial support or not. Their decision will be based on your fixed income of two years preceding the request. If they rule in your favour, you will only need to pay a personal contribution ranging from € 92,- to € 690,-.
Both lawyers and staff members always aim to serve you to the best of our knowledge and abilities. In doing so, we continuously strive to find the most suitable answer to your personal questions, needs and wishes, according to the highest legal standards.
If you have any questions regarding the cost of legal assistance, don't hesitate to get in touch with us.