Your business liability expert
From unlawful acts to breaches of contract, we protect your rights in all business liability matters – offering both advisory and litigation services.
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Protect your company's ideas, products, and services
Whether you represent a corporate or a small and medium-sized businesses, your company’s products, and services, as well as the underlying ideas, innovations, and registrations, are the foundation of your company’s success and existence.
How can these rights be enforced in case of infringement, such as counterfeiting? What action should be taken if a supplier fails to meet their obligations? And what if you are in conflict with a partner?
Good Law specialises in several legal areas, from contract law and litigation to intellectual property law. Our strength lies both in the individual legal fields and their combination. Common thread: we are here to protect your assets!
Our firm is your one-stop shop for business liability
- What determines who owns a brand, a trade name, a design, or the work itself, for example? And what if multiple parties have worked on it together?
- How does it work? Is your competitor allowed to produce products with those specific features? Or what are the implications of your liability as a certified accountant?
- Have you made the proper agreements with your partner? Are the licensing agreements you use for resellers watertight? What are your rights, how can they be protected? How can they be enforced when necessary?
- Wat zijn uw rechten, hoe zijn die te beschermen? Hoe zijn ze zo nodig af te dwingen?
Good Law offers targeted and cost-efficient support in the form of advisory and litigation services.
Good Law investigates, on behalf of its clients, which areas of law are best suited to be applied. We also advise on the best ways to secure rights or protect them contractually against potential disputes with business partners.
We aim to keep all parties on board through effective mediation, thereby avoiding litigation.
Prevention is better than cure.
In cases of infringement, we keep it simple where possible by sending a (demand) letter as soon as a violation of your rights is detected. When necessary, we take decisive action by initiating legal proceedings.
Advisory
We offer expert and targeted advice to maximise the protection of your business rights.
Litigation
We go all out to secure your rights through legal means.
Expertise
Good Law specialises in seven closely related areas of expertise.
Trademark Law
On trademark protection and infringement prevention, as well as all aspects of combating infringements
Design Law
For the protection of designs, navigating registration processes, and combating counterfeiting
Contract Law
Concerning agreements made and the legal consequences of non-compliance
Liability
In cases of intellectual property infringements, contractual breaches, and disputes
Compliance
For ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, including cases before the Dutch Advertising Code Committee
Procedural Law
From legal disputes to drafting legal documents and court representation
Copyright Law
Everything related to the protection of various works, such as photography, text, and software
Good Law has extensive advisory and litigation experience in the Netherlands, Europe, and the Caribbean
We litigate in both first instance and appellate courts before all judges specialising in business liability in the Netherlands, including the Dutch Caribbean. We also have extensive experience in handling administrative opposition proceedings before the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), the Benelux Office for Intellectual Property (BOIP), and various organisations that register and manage domain names. Wherever we litigate, we also offer advisory services.
Good Law has a forward-thinking and decisive team
Good Law is known for providing creative solutions, with a team that is always ready to develop new, cost-saving, and effective strategies. In practice, our team works closely with your organization and your legal and commercial departments, to find the best possible legal and practical solutions.
The Good Law team has a strong reputation, and we are eager to work for you. With our daily experience in emerging legal areas, market developments, client challenges, and legal proceedings, we are well-positioned to assist you effectively. Moreover, Good Law has in-depth, sector-relevant knowledge.
Legal 500
Tier 5 Firms 2024
The team is hands-on and provides practical advice
‘Sander Verbeek’s availability and responsiveness is exceptional, as is the quality of his work.’ ‘Carja Mastenbroek is very energetic, strong-minded and decisive.’
WTR 1000
2022
Cost-conscious guidance
‘Verbeek wins praise for his direct, effective and cost-conscious guidance and his dedication to keeping clients best interests in mind.’
WTR 1000
2022
Fight against fakes
‘The widely respected and knowledgeable Mastenbroek forges close relationships with both brand owners and law enforcement officials to prevail in the fight against fakes.’
WTR 1000
Bronze ranking - 2023
Hands-on approach
‘Clients value Sander’s pragmatic and hands-on approach, as well as his clear and concise communication style. He supports them at every stage of the procedure, adapting and adjusting strategies to maximise brand protection.’
WTR 1000
Bronze ranking - 2023
Extremely proactive
‘Carja is a passionate and determined lawyer who is extremely proactive, innovative and solution focused. She is regarded as a highly valuable partner in the fight against fakes and has a significant presence in the IP scene.’
WTR 1000
Bronze ranking - 2023
Outstanding support
‘Good Law’s anti-counterfeiting experts provide outstanding support with all kinds of services related to IP enforcement in the Netherlands, and are relentless in their pursuit of infringers. Its reputation has attracted instructions from the likes of PUMA, Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein.’
WTR 1000
Bronze Firms | Silver Individuals - 2024
Steadfast commitment
Good Law stands tall as a reliable ally in the competitive field of brand protection, offering practical expertise and steadfast commitment. At the core of its practice lies a profound understanding of trademark disputes, encompassing the nuances of Benelux and EU opposition proceedings.
Serving as staunch advocates for a prestigious clientele, comprising multinational brands in the retail, food and fashion sectors, it has earned the trust of marquee brands like Puma and Calvin Klein.
Contributing to the firm’s success is Carja Mastenbroek. Highly active in the fashion and luxury sector, she is widely respected for her extensive experience in soft IP matters. Clients value her passion and determination, which are evident in her proactive, innovative and solutions-focused approach.
Alongside her is Sander Verbeek, a legal expert with a remarkable career spanning 25 years. He has carved a niche for himself as a skilled litigator, well versed in protective measures and preservation strategies. Verbeek is valued for his clear and kind communication skills, and his ability to navigate legal complexities seamlessly.
Our clients
Our clients are leaders in the fields of fashion, lifestyle, consumer goods, and ICT. Good Law specialises in enforcing the rights of these market participants.
