Key features

Pioneering English-language dispute resolution in a civil law jurisdiction.

NCC is situated in the Dutch courts, which are consistently in the top 3 worldwide: civil justice (worldjusticeproject.org)
Speedy proceedings: the Dutch courts are in the top 5 of the fastest courts in the European Union with an average of 130 days from a notice to appear to a final judgment (EU Justice Scoreboard)
The language of the entire proceedings is English (including judgment)
NCC judges are impartial, independent and experienced in complex international business matters
Cases are heard and disposed of by a three-judge panel
Active case management in consultation with the parties: typically a conference will be scheduled to discuss issues, motions, fact-finding and a timetable
Clear rules of procedure: the NCC Rules provide parties with reliable, transparent guidance on procedural matters
Focus on global best practices: the NCC Rules provide flexibility
24/7 availability: in exceptionally urgent cases, the court is authorised to hear and decide cases anytime, anywhere
Low costs: a flat court fee of € 15,000 (NCC District Court) or € 20,000 (NCC Court of Appeal)