Global law firm Dentons has announced the addition of Jochem Calis as a Partner in its Amsterdam Tax practice. Calis brings over 15 years of experience in national and international tax advisory, with a particular emphasis on people tax services, including wage tax, personal income tax, social security and immigration. He joins from Grant Thornton, where he served as tax director of the Dutch global mobility services department.
Calis specializes in advising multinational companies on the intersection of global mobility, employment tax, and social security compliance. Throughout his career, he has guided clients across various sectors, including technology, automotive, consumer goods, nutrition, and natural resources. His expertise also spans HR strategy, business innovation, and entrepreneurship, enabling him to provide pragmatic and commercially aligned tax solutions.
Holding degrees in both fiscal law and business administration, Calis combines deep technical proficiency with strategic insight, allowing him to serve as a trusted advisor on matters that link tax, human resources, and business operations. His multidisciplinary approach reflects Dentons’ broader commitment to integrating legal and business expertise for its international client base.
Dentons’ Tax practice continues to expand across Europe and globally, now comprising more than 380 lawyers worldwide, including over 100 across Europe. The team provides comprehensive advice on local, EU-wide, and cross-border tax issues, transactions, and disputes, helping clients navigate an increasingly complex regulatory environment.
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“Jochem’s appointment reinforces our commitment to growing a full-service Tax practice that matches the international footprint and needs of our clients. His broad experience and deep understanding of people-related tax issues will be a strong asset to our clients navigating today’s global mobility and workforce challenges.”
Marnix Veldhuijzen, Managing Partner, Dentons Netherlands, and Partner in the Dutch Tax practice
“I’m excited to join Dentons’ dynamic global platform and contribute to building an innovative and integrated tax offering. I look forward to working with our clients and colleagues, acting as a sparring partner, to turn complex challenges into practical, sustainable and integrated solutions for Human Capital related issues.”
Jochem Calis, Partner, Dentons Amsterdam Tax practice
