Hendrik Sytema

Hendrik graduated in criminal law and has been working as a criminal lawyer since 2001. After graduating in 1998, he was a lecturer in criminal law at the University of Leiden until 2000.

Areas of expertise

Hendrik handles white collar and business crime cases for both individuals and companies. He also assists professionals such as lawyers and notaries in disciplinary matters.
From 2013 to 2020 he was a member of the Bar Council of the District of The Hague (Criminal Law Department), most recently as acting dean. He is also a lecturer in criminal law at the Hague Bar Association and has been a lecturer in criminal law at the Dutch Bar Association for many years.
Since 2020, Hendrik has also been a deputy advocate at the Amsterdam Court of Appeal. In April 2024 he joined the board of the Dutch Association of Criminal Lawyers (NVSA).

His approach

Hendrik's approach is characterized by a broad view of the case and the client. His experience as an assistant solicitor enables him to see through arguments that are likely to succeed in court. A realistic view of the case is very important in order to best serve the client's interests.