This book offers an ideal way for a foreign lawyer to gain an appreciation of litigationpractice and procedures in the Netherlands. Whether the impetus for the lawyer is in thenormal course of business, or whether the brief and inexpensive kort geding (preliminaryrelief proceedings) is the main attraction, this concise guide provides the key to gaininga thorough understanding of the practical implications of Dutch litigation. This is anindispensable tool for meaningful exchanges with Dutch litigation counsel, prior toor during any lawsuit.