The organisation
What Houthoff does
Houthoff was formed in 1970 when three existing Amsterdam law firms merged, creating what was then the largest firm in Amsterdam and in the Netherlands. The firm takes its name from one of the founding lawyers, H.L. Houthoff. It has since grown into an independent, full-service firm advising national and international clients.
In the Netherlands
Houthoff in the Netherlands
The head office is on the Museumplein in Amsterdam, with a second office in Rotterdam. Houthoff is consistently ranked among the largest Dutch firms by number of lawyers.
Structure
Practice groups and where you work
Leading practices include corporate M&A, litigation and arbitration, real estate, and restructuring and insolvency, supported by tax, employment and regulatory teams.
Getting in
How students start here
Students usually start through an internship or the trainee programme, rotating through practice groups before specialising as an associate.
Key facts
At a glance
- Type
- Full-service law firm
- Head office
- Amsterdam
- Founded
- 1970
- Size
- 258 lawyers (Advocatie Top 50 2026)
Vacancies
Vacancies at Houthoff
Related
Relevant legal practice areas
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Houthoff
What does Houthoff do?
An independent full-service firm formed in 1970 by merging three Amsterdam offices, with leading practices in corporate M&A, litigation, real estate and restructuring.
How do I get an internship or traineeship at Houthoff?
Students usually start through an internship or the trainee programme, rotating through practice groups before specialising as an associate.
Which legal practice areas are relevant at Houthoff?
At Houthoff, the most relevant practice areas are Corporate/M&A, Dispute Resolution and Real Estate.
Where is Houthoff based in the Netherlands?
Head office: Amsterdam.
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