Administrative law covers all the activities of administrative agencies of the government that regulate the relationship between the government and society. Government regulations and enforcement actions can significantly affect business operations . Moreover, various business needs and strategies often require governmental approval as well.
On the other hand, administrative law also regulates the decision-making of municipalities. Such decision-making must take place with due consideration of all the interests involved. The practice of municipal law encompasses a wide range of issues including, but not limited to, the scope of the municipality’s police power, real estate, zoning and land use, economic development, imposition of taxes, environmental regulations, and access to public meetings and public information.
Our administrative law experts help ensure that the day-to-day operations of the municipality and any matters enacted by its governing body comply with the applicable laws. We are happy to advise and act as an advocate for our client’s challenging decisions or enforcement actions before various courts, administrative agencies, and the municipality’s various boards and commissions.
We also regularly advise governments and entrepreneurs on the do’s and don’ts of administrative law.
Administrative law has its own rules and specialised judges with their own procedural law. Our Administrative Law team is experienced in providing the highest quality public law advice informed by a detailed knowledge and understanding of government and government processes. We know the way. Should you encounter administrative law issues that you would like to exchange your views on, contact one of our administrative law experts.
Elzelou studied Dutch Law (cum laude) with a specialisation in Constitutional and Administrative Law at the University of Groningen. She worked at two large law firms in the Northern Netherlands and at an administrative research and consultancy agency for governments. In 2018, Elzelou specialized in Environmental Law (formerly spatial planning and environment) at the Grotius Academy in Nijmegen. She is a member of the Audit Committee of Midden-Drenthe. This committee checks the legality and efficiency of the administration conducted by the municipality. Lastly, she is a member/chairman of the Objection and Appeals Committee of the Province of Flevoland. This committee advises the Provincial Executive on the legality of decisions taken.