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About us

Our expertise

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.

Custom solutions for your industry

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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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What you can expect from us

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.

  • A clear roadmap: intake, concept, revision round, and final version
  • Practical explanation on how to use the document
  • Legal attention to liability, payment, and termination
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Are you unsure whether you should have the document drafted, checked, or amended?
During the initial consultation, we will determine the sensible course of action together. Afterward, you will know exactly where you stand.

Why customization?

A legal document only works well if it aligns with your business, agreements, risks, and industry. That is why we do not work with a standard generator, but with legal experts who assess your situation.

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You will receive a legal document that is practical and aligns with the agreements you wish to make.

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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?

A few key choices determine whether the clause is valid and how strict the agreements will be. Make these choices consciously before you sign.

Choice or question Why this matters legally
Is the training mandatory or voluntary? You may not reclaim costs for training required by law or by the collective labour agreement; a study cost clause is only possible for voluntary training.
Which costs do you include? Determine whether only tuition fees or also materials, travel expenses, and lost earnings are covered by the reimbursement.
How long is the repayment period? Choose a reasonable term with a sliding scale; terms that are too long or do not decrease render the clause challengeable.
What happens in the event of dismissal by the employer? In the event of dismissal attributable to the employer, recovery is often unreasonable; establish exceptions.
Does the scheme also apply in the event of illness or striking? Determine whether the obligation lapses or is postponed if the employee is unable to complete the training.
Clauses and provisions

What components belong in a study agreement?

A comprehensive study agreement describes exactly which course is being followed, who pays what, and when a repayment obligation applies. The following components should be included as standard.

Provision Relevant to Legal point of attention
Course description Always State the name, training provider, duration, and the diploma or certificate to be obtained.
Cost overview Always Specify tuition fees, examination fees, course materials, and any travel and loss of earnings expenses.
Study cost clause For non-compulsory training Determines whether and how much the employee repays upon departure; mandatory phased reduction (sliding scale).
Sliding scale Upon refund The amount to be repaid decreases the longer the employee remains employed after completion.
Study leave and time Often Specify how much study and examination time counts as working time and whether it is paid.
Obligation of best efforts Often Agreements regarding attendance, progress, and passing the exam.
Termination arrangement Always What applies in the event of dismissal, illness, or premature discontinuation of the training.
repayment term Upon refund The period (usually 1 to 3 years) within which repayment can be requested.
Use in practice

How do you use this document correctly?

A study agreement is only valid if you arrange it in advance and in writing. Follow these steps to avoid problems later.

Situation What should you do? Point of attention
Before the start of the course Sign the agreement by both parties Agreeing afterwards is difficult to enforce and leads to discussion.
At the start Check whether the training is mandatory A repayment clause is not permitted for mandatory training.
During the term Keep proof of payment and the clause You must be able to prove the costs incurred and the agreement.
Upon termination of employment Calculate the amount using the sliding scale In this way, you claim only the part that is reasonable and enforceable.
Common mistakes

Common mistakes

These errors often render a study cost clause untenable or lead to conflict.

Wrong Consequence Better approach
Recovering costs of mandatory training Clause is void, no refund possible Check in advance whether the training is mandatory by law or via a collective labor agreement.
Do not include a sliding scale The clause may be annulled due to unreasonableness Reduce the amount to be repaid per month worked.
Make an appointment only after the start Difficult to enforce, employee can invoke ambiguity Sign before the course starts.
Do not specify cost types It is unclear what amount needs to be repaid Explicitly list all costs covered by the clause.
No exception in case of dismissal by employer Recovery often unreasonable and not assignable Arrange that the obligation lapses in the event of dismissal by the employer due to fault.
Risk profile

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

The correct approach depends on your situation. Recognize your case below and see where the focus should be.

Risk profile Example Focus in the document
Expensive multi-year program You are funding expensive training for a key employee Establish a generous but tapering repayment period with a clear sliding scale.
Mandatory refresher training Training is required by law or collective labor agreement Do not include a refund clause; the costs are for your account.
Short course or certification Limited costs and short duration Keep the arrangement simple and the repayment period short.
Employee at risk of leaving You doubt whether the employee will stay Combine with clear agreements and keep all payment receipts.
Additional documents

When is this document not enough?

A study agreement regulates training costs, but not all arrangements regarding employment. In these situations, you need an additional document.

Situation Supplementary document Why
Situation Related document Explanation
You want to formalize the entire employment relationship Employment contract The study cost clause can also be included as part of the employment contract.
The employee gains access to sensitive knowledge Confidentiality Agreement Protect company information that the employee acquires during the training.
The employee does not want to make the repayment Debt collection With a legally valid clause, you can have the outstanding study costs collected.
Explanation of this document

Drafting a study agreement, why?

Not every entrepreneur knows exactly what study 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 study agreement?
A study agreement — also known as a study cost clause or training agreement — is the agreement whereby an employer reimburses an employee's study costs and the employee undertakes to repay the reimbursement in part or in full if they terminate their employment within an agreed period after completion of the training. The study agreement makes it more attractive for employers to invest in employee training, while binding the employee to the organization for a reasonable payback period. As of August 1, 2022, the Act implementing the EU Directive on transparent and predictable employment conditions has set new requirements for study cost clauses. Our lawyers will draft a study agreement for you that meets the statutory requirements as of 2022, correctly formulates the repayment schedule, excludes mandatory training courses from the repayment obligation, and correctly describes the grounds for termination.
What legal requirements apply to study cost clauses as of 2022?
As of August 1, 2022, additional requirements have been imposed on study cost clauses pursuant to the Transparent and Predictable Employment Conditions Act. The most significant change is the requirement that mandatory training courses—courses that the employer is legally obliged to offer or that are necessary for the performance of the job—must be available to the employee free of charge. A repayment clause for mandatory training courses is void. For voluntary, non-mandatory training courses, a repayment clause may be agreed upon, but the repayment schedule must be proportional: the longer the employee remains employed after completion, the lower the amount to be repaid. Our lawyers assess which courses qualify as mandatory and draw up a repayment schedule that is legally sound.
How do you correctly set up the repayment schedule?
The repayment schedule must allow the repayment obligation to decrease linearly or progressively with the length of time the employee remains employed after completion. A common structure for a two-year payback period is: if leaving within six months after completion, one hundred percent is due; if leaving between six and twelve months, fifty percent; if leaving after twelve months, twenty-five percent; and after twenty-four months, nil. The schedule must be included in or attached to the written study agreement. Our lawyers draft a repayment schedule that is proportionate, withstands judicial scrutiny, and complies with the legal requirements of the EU directive.
How does it work at MKBjuristen?
After a brief intake, our lawyers draft a study agreement that complies with the legal requirements as of 2022, correctly formulates the repayment schedule, correctly excludes mandatory training courses, and clearly describes the grounds for termination.
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.

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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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