Sébas Diekstra

Sébas Diekstra is a victim lawyer and partner at Diekstra Van der Laan Advocaten, specializing in cases involving serious violence and sexual offenses. He supports victims, bereaved families, military personnel, and police officers in complex and often media-sensitive cases. His military background as a former Royal Marechaussee officer informs his legal work, emphasizing precision, strategy, and human-centered approaches. Diekstra is also active as a reserve officer and crisis management advisor, maintaining ties to the security domain. He hosts the true crime podcast 'Ooggetuigen' (Eyewitnesses) on Podimo, where he shares stories of crime survivors and their struggles for justice. His book, 'Recht voor het slachtoffer' (Justice for the Victim), explores the often-overlooked narratives of victims and bereaved families in high-profile criminal cases.