K.C. Henckel

Dr. K.C. Henckel is an Assistant Professor at the University of Groningen, affiliated with the Faculty of Law and the Department of Business Law, European Law, and Tax Law. She holds a doctoral title and is a member of the national editorial board of the European Legal Forum. Her research focuses on Private International Law, particularly international employment law, digitalization (fintech), cross-border corporate mobility, and EU legal frameworks for commercial transactions.

Her publications span topics such as the Brussels I Regulation reforms, digital succession in private international law, and the legal implications of artificial intelligence. She co-authored leading books like Business and Private International Law in the EU (2023) and contributed to studies on cross-border crowdfunding and arbitration guidelines. Her work emphasizes cross-border legal harmonization and EU regulatory challenges.

Recent articles (2025–2010) address jurisdictional rules for third-state defendants, cryptocurrency legal frameworks, and the ECJ’s interpretation of EU directives. She has also explored maritime law and corporate restructuring in cross-border contexts.

While no formal awards are listed, her extensive peer-reviewed output and editorial roles highlight her scholarly impact. She advises on EU legal compliance and participates in academic networks shaping private international law practice.