DayOne advocaten
Quick to act, incisive advice;
always in plain language
and with an eye for the person
behind the busines

Liza Stellingwerf

1992
Liza’s DayOne
February 2017
Admitted to the Bar, member of the Dutch Bar Association

Partner at DayOne.

Liza is a lawyer specialising in contract law and corporate law, with a particular focus on the tech, IT and logistics sectors. She advises start-ups, scale-ups and international companies in a pragmatic and direct manner and is well versed in the dynamics of fast-growing businesses. Alongside her legal practice, Liza is active as a chairperson and moderator (Mr.WerkenVoorzitter) and hosts the Mr.WerkenPodcast

Areas of Practice

Contracts & Tech
Drafting and negotiating sales contracts, distribution and licence agreements, and general terms and conditions, often in collaboration with IP specialists. With a focus on tech, IT and ICT companies.
 
Corporate
Restructuring of companies (including private companies), joint ventures and exit strategies. Structuring and assessing partnerships. 
 

Company Law & Liability
Advising and representing clients in litigation regarding liability issues and company law disputes. 
 

How does Liza work?
Liza is characterised by her practical approach: she gets straight to the heart of the matter. In legal proceedings and conflict situations, she stands out for her creative and pragmatic approach. She is strong in both communication and legal substance and moves with ease across various levels of organisations. She translates the day-to-day operations of a business into clear, legally sound solutions. Liza primarily advises tech, IT and ICT companies and understands the specific dynamics of this sector: rapid growth and international expansion. In June 2024, she completed the postgraduate specialisation programme at the Grotius Academy in the field of national and international contracting; she is now qualified to call herself a specialist in this field.

Liza herself
“What continues to fascinate me about this profession is the combination of sharp legal analysis and thinking in line with my clients’ commercial realities. Whether it’s a growing tech company, a business in transition or an international scale-up: I love the speed and dynamism with which these companies develop, and I want to be right at the heart of it, providing advice that can keep pace with my clients. Alongside my legal practice, as a conference chair and podcast producer, I enjoy discussing current legal developments with colleagues. That keeps me on my toes and broadens my perspective on the law.”

Office colleagues on Liza
“Liza has a keen eye for what a client actually needs, even if that isn’t immediately the most obvious legal solution. She thinks along with you, is quick on her feet and knows how to make complex matters clear, for clients and colleagues alike.”

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