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Our lawyers and in-house counsel specialize in drafting, reviewing, and amending legal documents and contracts. We look not only at the legal text but also at how you use the document in practice.

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Why MKB Juristen?

Since 2001, we have been active as a no-nonsense legal firm for entrepreneurs. We quickly get to the heart of the matter: with a thorough assessment, clear answers, and a document that works practically.

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We translate your situation into a legal document that you can actually use. You won't receive a loose template, but a document tailored to your business, agreements, and risks.

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Are you unsure whether you should have the document drafted, checked, or amended?
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Why customization?

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The founders of MKB Juristen

Our organization consists of several small teams working within various legal fields. Each legal field has its own senior in-house counsel and/or lawyers.

Denian Wielhouwer

Corporate lawyer in corporate law & business expert

Denian Wielhouwer

Annelore Hendriks

Corporate lawyer, corporate law, administrative law

Annelore Hendriks

Ilja van Driel

Corporate law attorney, employment law

Ilja van Driel

Jaime Boogaers

Corporate law, ICT & privacy law, energy law attorney

Jaime Boogaers
Custom choices

Which choices determine the content?

The correct form depends on your situation. Use the questions below to determine which version you need.

Choice or question Why this matters legally
Unilateral or mutual? If only you are sharing information, a unilateral declaration suffices. If both parties are exchanging information, choose a mutual (bilateral) variant.
How long must the confidentiality apply? Choose a term that suits the lifespan of the information; technical knowledge often requires a longer period than temporary price agreements.
Would you like to record a fine? A fixed fine increases deterrence and saves you the burden of proof, but it must be proportionate to the importance.
Do employees or third parties apply? Determine whether the obligation also applies to the recipient's personnel, advisors, and subcontractors, and have them confirm this separately if necessary.
Is a foreign party involved? Then place extra emphasis on choice of law and choice of forum, because enforcement abroad is more difficult.
Clauses and provisions

What elements belong in a confidentiality agreement?

A useful confidentiality agreement describes not only that something is confidential, but also which information is involved, how long the obligation applies, and what happens in the event of a breach. The components below form the core.

Provision Relevant to Legal point of attention
Definition of confidential information Always Describe specifically what is confidential (for example, customer lists, source code, prices) and what is not, to prevent disputes afterwards.
Purpose binding Always Specify the purpose for which the information may be used, so that use outside that purpose constitutes a violation.
Duty of confidentiality Always Require the recipient not to share or use the information outside the purpose, including through employees or subcontractors.
Duration of the obligation Always Determine how long the confidentiality applies; often also after the end of the collaboration, for example, for a few years.
Penalty or liquidated damages clause Almost always A fixed fine per violation makes enforcement simpler than proving concrete damage.
Return and destruction With shared documents Obligates the recipient to return or destroy provided documents and copies upon completion.
Exceptions Recommended Exclude information that is already public or that must be provided by law, so that the clause remains reasonable and enforceable.
Applicable law and forum Recommended Designate Dutch law and a competent court, especially in the case of a foreign counterparty.
Use in practice

How do you use this document correctly?

A confidentiality agreement is only effective if it is signed on time and verifiably. Follow these steps.

Situation What should you do? Point of attention
For the first meeting Have the declaration signed before you share confidential information Information that has already been shared without an agreement is difficult to protect afterwards.
Upon signing Keep a dated, signed copy from both parties This establishes who signed for what and from what moment.
During the collaboration Clearly mark shared documents as confidential This later supports the evidence that the information fell under the agreement.
Upon termination Request a refund or destruction and keep the confirmation This way, you limit the risk of information continuing to circulate afterwards.
Common mistakes

Common mistakes

The following mistakes render a confidentiality agreement weak or even unusable. Avoid them with the solutions below.

Wrong Consequence Better approach
Too vague description of what is secret It is unclear which information is protected, causing enforcement to fail Describe the confidential information concretely and with examples.
Only sign after sharing information The previously shared information may fall outside the protection Sign before anything is shared.
Do not charge a high price It is unclear whether the obligation still applies after the collaboration Include an end date or continuation period.
No fine or sanction You must prove concrete damage, which is often difficult Add a reasonable penalty clause per violation.
Standard text from the internet without verification The clause does not align with your situation or is untenable Have the statement tailored to your information and relationship.
Risk profile

What is your situation and what do you pay attention to?

The points of attention vary by context. Recognize your situation and tailor the statement accordingly.

Risk profile Example Focus in the document
Exploratory conversation with potential partner You share plans or figures before there is a deal Unilateral or mutual declaration with clear purpose for the negotiation phase.
Engaging a freelancer or supplier A third party gains access to internal data Pass the obligation on to its employees and link it to a refund after completion.
Sale or acquisition of a company Sensitive business data goes to a buyer Strict demarcation, fine, and restriction of use to the investigation exclusively.
Technical or innovative knowledge Know-how or source code is shared Long residual effect and explicit prohibition on use for own purposes.
Additional documents

When is this document not enough?

A confidentiality agreement only regulates confidentiality. If your collaboration goes further, additional agreements are necessary.

Situation Supplementary document Why
Situation Related document Explanation
You are going to collaborate structurally and want to define roles, input, and results Cooperation Agreement In addition to confidentiality, it also regulates tasks, responsibilities, and termination.
You process personal data for or on behalf of another party Data Processing Agreement Required under the GDPR and specifically regulates the handling of personal data, which a confidentiality agreement does not provide for.
You are joining as a shareholder or wish to formalize agreements between shareholders Shareholders' Agreement Regulates control, profit distribution, and confidentiality within the company.
Explanation of this document

Drafting a confidentiality agreement, why?

Not every entrepreneur knows exactly what confidentiality agreements are, when they are needed, and which risks they must cover. Therefore, we explain below what this document entails, what to look out for, and why customized legal solutions are important.

What is a confidentiality agreement?
A confidentiality agreement — also known as a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), confidentiality contract, or secrecy agreement — is an agreement in which one or both parties commit not to disclose confidential information of the other party to third parties and to use it exclusively for the agreed purpose. The confidentiality agreement is one of the most frequently used contracts in business practice: when initiating negotiations for a collaboration or acquisition, when exchanging commercially sensitive information with a potential client, when engaging external consultants or contractors, and when protecting know-how, trade secrets, and personal data. The confidentiality agreement offers protection alongside copyright and the Trade Secrets Protection Act (Wbb). Our lawyers will draft a confidentiality agreement for you that accurately defines the confidential information, establishes enforceable usage restrictions, correctly formulates the exceptions, and contains an effective penalty clause.
What is the difference between a unilateral and a mutual NDA?
This distinction determines who shares confidential information and who is bound by confidentiality. With a unilateral NDA , only one party shares confidential information, and only the receiving party is bound by the confidentiality obligation. This is the most commonly used model for due diligence in corporate acquisitions—the seller shares information, the buyer is bound by confidentiality—and for pitches to potential investors or customers. With a mutual NDA, both parties share confidential information, and both parties are bound. This is the most commonly used model for exploring collaborations where both parties share their know-how and plans. The choice also determines the negotiating position: a unilateral NDA imposed on only one party is viewed as an unreasonable imbalance in certain sectors. Our lawyers will advise you on the right type for your situation.
How do you define confidential information in the non-disclosure agreement?
The definition of confidential information is the most critical provision of the NDA. Defined too narrowly, the NDA offers insufficient protection; defined too broadly—everything shared is confidential—is unworkable and leads to disputes regarding what was already publicly known. A common definition includes all information designated as confidential, including technical, commercial, financial, and strategic information, as well as information that should reasonably have been recognized as confidential given its nature. The definition must also include the exceptions : information that is already publicly known, information that the receiving party already knew prior to disclosure, information developed independently by the receiving party, and information that the receiving party is required to disclose pursuant to a legal obligation. Our lawyers formulate a definition that provides maximum protection for your information.
How long does the confidentiality obligation last and which penalty clause do you apply?
The duration of the confidentiality obligation must align with the value and sensitivity of the information. Commercial and strategic information becomes obsolete quickly — a duration of two to five years is customary. Know-how and trade secrets can remain valuable for a long time — here, a duration of five to ten years or even indefinite protection is justifiable, provided the information actually remains confidential. A penalty clause is particularly effective in confidentiality agreements because the actual damage caused by unauthorized disclosure is difficult to prove. The penalty clause establishes a fixed penalty per violation — "notwithstanding Article 6:92 of the Dutch Civil Code, without prejudice to the right to performance and full compensation" — meaning the injured party does not need to demonstrate damages. Our lawyers draft a penalty clause that is sufficiently deterrent and legally sound.
How does it work at MKBjuristen?
After a brief intake, our lawyers map out the type of information, the parties, the context, and your specific risks. Based on this, we draft a non-disclosure agreement that accurately defines the confidential information, establishes enforceable usage restrictions, correctly formulates exceptions, and contains an effective penalty clause. We also review existing NDAs for completeness and legal validity.
Are you unsure whether your document is legally correct? We would be happy to assess the sensible course of action: drafting, reviewing, or amending.
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Why not use a standard document?

A standard document often seems like a quick solution, but usually does not fully align with your company, agreements, risks, and way of working. Our legal experts draft documents that fit your situation.

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Explanation regarding the use of the document

A standard document seems cheap, until it doesn't fit your situation properly. That is why we provide custom legal solutions tailored to your business.

Custom solutions per industry and company

Every business operates differently and faces different legal risks. Therefore, we tailor the document to your industry, customers, agreements, and way of working.

Webshops & e-commerce

Focus on online sales, delivery, returns, complaints, payment, digital products, and consumer regulations.

Business services

Attention to the assignment, additional work, liability, payment, termination, and reliance on client information.

Construction, installation & execution

Attention to planning, delivery, warranties, additional work, materials, delays, and liability risks.

Software, SaaS & digital services

Attention to licenses, availability, support, updates, data, intellectual property, and limitation of liability.

Trade, supply & wholesale

Attention to delivery, transport, payment, retention of title, warranties, delivery times, and international agreements.

Consultants, freelancers & advisors

Attention to scope, best efforts obligations, cancellation, payment, liability, and confidential information.


A legal document only has value if it suits your practice. That is why we look not only at the text, but also at how you use the document in your business.

Common mistakes with legal documents

A legal document often seems simple, but small errors can have major consequences later on. In practice, we see that entrepreneurs run the greatest risk when a document does not align well with their business, agreements, or way of working.

  • Using a standard document that does not suit the company
  • Forgot important agreements regarding payment, delivery, liability, or termination
  • Have a document generated without legal review
  • Continuing to use old documents while the company has changed
  • Not knowing how the document should be used correctly in practice

A legal document only prevents problems if it suits your situation. That is why we look not only at the text, but also at your company, agreements, and risks.

Why is a standard document often not enough?

Because a standard document does not take into account your industry, customers, risks, and specific agreements, important provisions may be missing or not align well with your practice.

Can I create a legal document myself using AI?

AI can assist in creating text, but does not independently assess whether the document is legally appropriate, complete, and usable for your business. Legal review therefore remains important.

When do I need to have my document checked?

Have your document checked if your business has changed, you have new customers or services, you have doubts about existing agreements, or the document has not been updated for a long time.

Will I also receive an explanation about the use of the document?

Yes. We explain how to use the document in practice, what to look out for, and which steps are important to prevent disputes afterwards.

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