Welcome to ROELSE
Founded in 1999 and located in the centre of Amsterdam, the Netherlands, the Roelse Law Firm is one of the nation’s best criminal law firms, dedicated soley to defending criminal cases & bringing quality representation.
Dedicated to handling complex criminal matters, the Roelse Law Firm provides legal assistance in matters relating to fraud, money-laundering, drug-related crimes and many other criminal offences.
We advice and defend clients by developing strong & creative strategies. Each case is as unique as the individual, who seeks our legal assistance. Each matter presents challenging and complex issues that must be addressed.
Jillis Roelse has been recognized as an outstanding defence attorney. Roelse uses a creative, strong & proven approach: each client benefits from an individualized plan of action, designed to investigate every aspect of the case & mount a creative and effective defence. With 25 years of experience in the courtroom, Roelse obtains the best results for his clients.
Roelse provides legal assistance, before & during the court process. He represents both private individuals and legal entities that encounter issues of criminal law, by providing the highest quality of legal assistance.
He also has an active international criminal practice. Roelse has represented clients (working with local counsel) on matters in several European countries.
Furthermore, he is a member of the Dutch Association of Criminal Defence Lawyers (NVSA).
The Roelse Law Firm is concerned with protecting your rights and has the knowledge & experience to help secure the most preferable outcomes possible.
Cases We Handle
Criminal Law:
Jillis Roelse has been recognized as an outstanding trial lawyer, with 25 years of experience in criminal defence law. He represents people charged with:
- Drug-related crimes
- Organized crime
- Computer crimes
- Fraud
- Embezzelment
Corporate Criminal Law:
- Fraud
- Forgery
- Deceit
- Money-laundering
- Bribery
- White-collar crimes
- Environmental criminal law
Anyone who needs an experienced, dedicated criminal defence attorney in the Netherlands, should seriously consider hiring Jillis Roelse. If you or a loved one needs his help, please don't hesitate to contact our office for consultation.
We are happy to welcome you at our office, located in the heart of Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
Reviews:
Warrior's spirit
'Mr. Roelse truly is a law magician. I could not have done for myself what my lawyer Mr. Roelse did. He represented me in a case, that left me with no hope. To win against the Dutch Prosecutor's Office required not only a deep understanding of criminal law, it required a warrior's spirit. Roelse stood by me, at all times. He is easy to get along with, is available at áll times and welcomed my family on a Sunday morning. What Mr. Roelse has done for me, I will never forget.' - client (2023)
Forever grateful
'Thanks to you: he is at home, it changes destinys for people, it surely does. We will be forever grateful for that.' - client's family (2024)
Solves problems
'When it's a matter of complex fraud cases, Roelse showed today that he is one of the most creative lawyers you can find in the Netherlands. It's no surprise that the board of the company called for his - decisive - help. He solves problems.' journalist (2025)
One of the best defence lawyers in the Netherlands
'If you need a criminal defence lawyer in the Netherlands, you should definitely call Mr Jillis Roelse. For us, life suddenly turned into a nightmare when a family member was arrested in the Netherlands regarding a money laundering investigation. Roelse got to work immediately. He works with great dedication, truly delivers and is simply one of the best defence lawyers you will ever find. Thank you Jillis for everything you have done for us!' - client & family (2026)
Contact
Roelse Law
Sarphatistraat 370
1018 GW Amsterdam
T + 31 20 26 00 134
M + 31 65 55 55 288