Stefanie Hakkesteegt graduated from the University of Amsterdam. She completed an honours bachelors degree (cum laude) in Law and a master’s degree in Civil Law. Prior to studying law she worked as a programmer and organizer of public events on media and politics.

During her time at university Stefanie worked at the District Court of Amsterdam. She also did an internship at two law firms.

As of september 2021 Stefanie works at De Roos Advocaten, where she mainly assists blockchain companies.

Besides her work, Stefanie is on the board of two cultural foundations and works as a voluntary mediator for BeterBuren, an organization that helps neighbours solve disputes.