Hidde Kremers

I hail from Breda and I’m, of course, a devoted supporter of NAC Breda. My law study took me to Leiden, where I spent a year serving as a full-time board member of the Grotius Law Faculty Association. Since then, I have dedicated myself entirely to administrative law.

During my studies, I taught constitutional and administrative law to undergraduate students. After that, I worked at the Council of State and the Municipality of The Hague, where I gained valuable insights into how government decisions are made. I saw how individual interests can unintentionally be pushed into the background during policy-making processes. And just how important it is to keep translating policy into practice—because without that, confusion among citizens and businesses is almost inevitable.

I came to appreciate the value of early dialogue with appellants. An open conversation often yields unexpected solutions, without the need for legal proceedings. Public authorities are frequently open to compromise, for instance by adjusting permit conditions. I take a particular interest in identifying such win-win outcomes within case files.

Administrative law fascinates me because it governs the relationship between the individual and the state. In the field of environmental law, it’s all about striking the right balance between competing interests. To this end, I combine strategic insight with a pragmatic approach, proactively seeking solutions that are workable for all parties involved.

Outside of work, I recharge by going for a run, cooking (preferably with a good record spinning in the background), and backpacking with my girlfriend. Even then, I’m always on the lookout for the most scenic route.