Entameren
To institute proceedings
Entameren means the commencement of legal proceedings, such as the service of a writ of summons or the filing of a petition.
In Dutch law, the term "entameren" refers to the formal commencement of judicial proceedings by a claimant or petitioner. This is typically effected by means of a writ of summons served on the opposing party or by an application filed with the competent court.
The term is relevant because it marks the commencement of proceedings and thereby activates the associated procedural rights and obligations. In practice, entameren is often considered when amicable settlements prove unsuccessful and a client wishes to enforce a claim through legal proceedings.
For proceedings to be validly commenced, statutory formalities must be observed, including proper service and payment of court fees.
“The attorney advised the client to commence proceedings for non-payment of the invoice.”
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