Merel works as a professional support lawyer at CLINT | Littler. She studied Law at the University of Utrecht and graduated from her masters in Private and Business Law. During her studies, Merel gained work experience at various law firms as a student intern and working student. In addition to her work at CLINT | Littler, Merel works as a PhD candidate at Utrecht University, where she conducts research into the responsibilities of employers and outsourcing companies in various forms of labor relations, including the platform economy.