Business Conduct & Integrity

Recognized team and extensive experience

We support our clients in improving and strengthening their internal policies and the governance surrounding codes of conduct and (whistleblower) reporting procedures, both in the Netherlands and internationally. We are frequently asked to advise executives and supervisory board members when potential misconduct (in the workplace) or integrity issues arise. We are also called upon to assess internal procedures or act as a “second pair of eyes” for integrity committees, HR, and legal and compliance departments.

We understand the societal challenges organizations face and the dynamics that come with them. A solid business conduct and compliance framework can help make your organization more resilient to risks—whether related to integrity, fraud, or human rights, both within your own operations and across the supply chain. Developments in the field of ESG play an important role in this context.

Our multidisciplinary team stands out in the market due to its combination of experience both inside and outside the legal profession, at multinationals, in the (semi-)public sector, and with non-profits/NGOs. We are approached for advice on prevention, mitigation, and remediation, as trusted advisors and sounding boards when integrity or ethical issues arise, but also when disputes occur. Van Doorne’s personal and pragmatic approach is highly valued and recognized by our clients.

We know better than anyone how challenging it is to keep the wide range of topics related to business conduct on the agenda of executive and supervisory boards. Stakeholder management is also an integral part of our advisory work. Cultural change is not a matter of weeks, but of years. The Van Doorne team is ready to face this challenge together with you.