Mark van Raak

A professional with a passion for your case.

If you're looking for a true specialist in liability law who listens carefully, can explain exactly what you're entitled to, and possesses exceptional perseverance, then Mark van Raak is the one to turn to.

Specialist in liability, personal injury, and wrongful death damage claims

Mark is one of the owners of our firm and leads our Liability and Personal Injury practice group. He is highly skilled and handles some of the most significant cases in the Netherlands. In every case, Mark stands by his clients and does not give up until a just outcome is achieved.

As a specialist:

• Mark has several groundbreaking and innovative rulings to his name;
• he writes tips for the legal journal 'Rechtspraak Aansprakelijkheid- en Verzekeringsrecht';
• he conducts courses for other lawyers;
• he regularly gives presentations and workshops;
• he publishes columns;
• Mark has completed the postgraduate specialisation course 'Grotius Personenschade';
• he is a member of the LSA (Association of Personal Injury Lawyers);
• he is a member of the WAA (Working Group of Doctors and Lawyers);
• Mark consistently mentors one or two lawyers.

Heart for your case

Mark fights for your interests. He is thorough, and to ensure nothing is overlooked, he always strives for close collaboration with his clients. Mark believes it is important to truly listen to his clients.

To find the best solutions, Mark combines knowledge and legal creativity with clear communication. He stands behind his positions and claims, and if necessary, he does not shy away from legal proceedings.

Mark has proven time and again that he continues where others give up.

In the media

Mark regularly represents clients in cases that attract significant media attention. Notable cases include:

• Mark regularly represents clients in high-profile cases that receive significant media attention. Notable cases include:
• The Gifmoordzaak, where Mark assisted the relatives of Mr. Grinwis;
• The case involving the death of Zaïro, who was burned after being placed in an overly hot bath by his caregiver;
• The case for the relatives of Laura Korsman, the Utrecht student who was murdered after being persistently stalked;
• The accident involving a crane operator who fell from great height when the lift he was in was struck by the boom of another crane;
• The legal case where Mark's client was severely attacked by a masked young man wielding a butcher's knife.