Ramakers Tax & Legal
Received a settlement agreement?

Have your settlement agreement reviewed at no cost to you

Been offered a settlement agreement (vaststellingsovereenkomst, or "VSO")? Don't sign right away. First find out what you're signing, what can be improved and where your rights lie.

Sander Ramakers supports employees in the Netherlands with the legal and tax side of settlement agreements, so you can move forward with clarity, peace of mind and a stronger position.

Submit your VSO Book a first review
Legal and tax in oneOne assessment that covers both sides of your agreement.
No cost to youThe review is at no cost to you as an employee.
Handled personally by SanderNo call centre or standard letter: Sander reviews your case himself.

Why this review matters

A settlement agreement may look like a standard document, but its contents can have major consequences for:

Your unemployment benefit (WW)One wrong phrase can put your Dutch unemployment benefit at risk.
Your severance paymentThe amount on the table is a proposal, not the final word.
Your notice periodA notice period that is too short costs you money directly: your WW starts later.
Your future job securityA non-compete or non-solicitation clause can limit your next step.
Your room to negotiateOnce you sign, the negotiation is over. So review first.

If you have it reviewed first, you know where you stand.

What Sander does for you

Among other things, Sander checks:

  • Whether all mandatory elements are correctly included in the VSO
  • Whether you can keep your WW benefit safe
  • Whether the severance payment can be improved
  • Whether the notice period is correct
  • Whether any clauses carry risks
  • Whether there are tax points to watch
  • Whether there is still room to negotiate

So you don't just get a legal opinion, but a practical and tax-aware review as well.

Who is this for?

This VSO review is intended for employees who, for example:

  • Have received a settlement agreement from their employer
  • Want to know whether they have to sign right away
  • Are not sure the compensation is right
  • Want to check that their WW benefit is safe
  • Would like extra guidance during negotiations
  • Want to know whether the arrangement is legally and fiscally smart
  • Want to understand what their VSO actually says, before putting a signature on it
Sander Ramakers

Why Sander?

Sander combines a legal and tax background with hands-on experience in settlement agreement cases. He looks beyond the letter of the document to what it means for you in practice.

  • Dutch Law
  • Tax Law
  • Master's in Indirect Tax Law
  • Hands-on VSO experience
  • Strong, human approach
Have your VSO reviewed

How it works

  1. 1
    Submit your VSOFill in the form and upload your document. It takes just a few minutes.
  2. 2
    Sander does a first assessmentLegal and tax: compensation, WW entitlement, notice period, clauses and deadlines.
  3. 3
    You quickly hear where you standClear and concrete, with no vague reservations.
  4. 4
    If worthwhile, deeper advice or negotiation followsSander helps you further wherever it strengthens your position.
  5. 5
    You know exactly what your next step isSign, amend or negotiate, with clarity and peace of mind.

Key benefits

You don't sign blindYou know what's in your VSO and what it means.
You get clarity fastNo weeks of waiting for an opinion.
You know if your WW is safeYour most important safety net stays intact.
You see where negotiation is possibleCompensation, notice period and conditions.
Legal and tax in one processNo need for two separate advisers.
The review costs you nothingAt no cost to you as an employee.

Frequently asked questions

Do I have to sign my VSO right away?

No. Have it reviewed first.

Can I lose my WW benefit by signing the wrong thing?

That risk is real: a wrongly worded VSO, or one that ends your contract too early, can lead to a period without WW, or in some cases even a rejection of your benefit.

What does a VSO review cost?

The review comes at no cost to you.

Can Sander also help with negotiations?

Yes. Where needed, he can help you beyond the first review.

Do I need to have everything figured out before contacting you?

No. Just submit your VSO and fill in the basic information.

I'm an international employee. Is this for me too?

Yes. If you work in the Netherlands under Dutch employment law, the VSO rules apply to you just the same. Sander is happy to assist you in English or French.

Stop doubting your settlement agreement.

Submit your document and let Sander assess what's wise: legally strong, fiscally smart and at no cost to you.

Submit your VSO Start the free review

The VSO review

Fill in the form and upload your settlement agreement. Sander will get in touch with you.

1. Your details

So Sander can get in touch with you.

2. Employer and situation
8. Have you already signed?
10. What is the reason for the dismissal or the situation?
11. Are you currently ill, or have you recently been ill?
12. Do you have a temporary or permanent contract?
3. Documents
PDF, Word or a clear photo/scan.
Multiple files possible.
4. Additional information
16. Are there urgent deadlines?
Optional questions: they help us help you faster
Are you a member of a trade union?
Has there already been any discussion with HR?
Have you already had legal advice?
Would you like us to contact your employer?
Do you want just a review, or direct negotiation as well?

Submit your VSO. Sander will assess whether the arrangement is legally and fiscally sound, at no cost to you as an employee.

Your details and documents are treated confidentially and used solely for the assessment of your settlement agreement.