‘Excellent team, efficient sourcing, great availability, thorough knowledge of the financial industry and clients’ needs.’

‘Mariken van Loopik is knowledgeable and solution oriented, and her advice goes beyond the legal aspects. Her service level is extremely high. She is always available and a wonderful person. Mariken is the go-to partner for GCs and CEOs working in the financial industry.’

‘The team is very knowledgeable, with excellent drafting skills and experienced staff. On top of this, they work fast and deliver according to deadlines and promises.’

‘Mariken van Loopik and Else Rowel are all very professional lawyers – they are discreet, knowledgeable, and courageous enough to provide countervailing power or dissenting opinions and point out vulnerabilities the client may not want to hear or is unaware of.’

‘This team is responsive and provides advice which can be used. They work with us to come up with a solution and are also able to stand their ground when needed.’

‘Jasha Sprecher is great to work with, thinks through problems and stands his ground.’

‘Their team is responsive, agile and delivers the required result. The team is easy to work with and knowledgeable. They are also great sparring partners for new ideas.’

‘Jasha Sprecher is very knowledgeable on payments matters and an excellent sparring partner. He understands the in-house dynamics and is very helpful in giving advice in the way that you need it.’

‘Larissa Silverentand is also a great sparring partner and extremely knowledgeable. She is one of the best financial regulatory lawyers in the Netherlands.’

‘Rogier Raas is an excellent lawyer with great knowledge. He was very pleasant to work with because of his great responsiveness and flexibility.’

‘Their commitment to the project was exceptional. They delivered high-quality content while being pragmatic and giving practical advice.’

‘Roderik Vrolijk is an exceptional individual and a pleasure to work with. He was truly involved in helping us reach our goals.’

‘The team is very service minded and knowledgeable about the market.’

‘Working with Jurgen van der Meer is always a great pleasure. He is very knowledgeable but remains humble and calm. He is a great sparring partner on complex legal matters but also works with the client on more practical issues.’

‘Robert Smits is a very knowledgeable expert on topics relating to custody or clearing.’

‘The team has in-depth knowledge of the financial industry. We have worked with them on bond issuances, regulatory matters and custody/infrastructure matters. They really respond quickly and understand that sometimes you want in-depth advice and sometimes a few lines are sufficient.’

‘Extensive, hands-on experience with agreements such as custody agreements and depositary services agreements.’

‘We have worked with Clifford Chance in the Netherlands for years. What stands out is their knowledge of the regulatory landscape and market participants, their ability to provide practical advice and willingness to explain complex matters in simple terms.’

‘Robert Smits is very knowledgeable and a great partner. I particularly appreciate his clarity and ability to distil complex regulations into simple terms and what matters most for us. He is my go-to lawyer in the Netherlands.’

‘The regulatory team’s international angle gives them the advantage of sharing views on EU regulation throughout several countries.’

‘Over the years the DLA team has proven to be easily accessible, responsive, knowledgeable and easy to work with. The company culture of the Dutch team is down to earth and efficient while dealing with our requests.’

‘We have been working with Paul Hopman and Martijn Boeve. Their support has proven key in further developing our intra-company European regulatory framework.’

‘DLA gives hands-on advice, they are very knowledgeable, and are able to explain Dutch legal matters to non-Dutch counsel. They great collaborators.’

‘They have a very capable and responsive team. They look for solutions and go the extra mile to investigate market practice.’

‘Working with this team is nice because it has a practical approach, it delivers good value for money, it works very smoothly as one integrated team of Dutch and local lawyers at DLA in other countries, and they let us know in a timely manner when a quote could be reached.’

‘Paul Hopman is a good listener and very fast at arranging things. Martijn Boeve has good knowledge and produces practical advice we can work with.’

‘Very capable and responsive team. They work with you as a client to look for solutions and go the extra mile to investigate market practice.’

‘Martijn Boeve has in-depth knowledge of the application of Further Remuneration Measures for Financial Undertakings Act (DWbfo). And interaction on questions raised is informal, to the point and provided within short timelines.’

‘An experienced team with a broad knowledge of Dutch and EU financial regulatory law.’

‘Kitty Lieverse is one of the best lawyers in the Netherlands on financial regulatory and financial litigation matters.’

‘The firm gives best-in-class regulatory advice for Dutch private equity funds.’

‘Roderik Boogaard is a standout partner in the firm, providing expert advice on the regulatory aspects of Dutch private equity funds.’

‘Kitty Lieverse and Marit Bosselaar are real regulatory experts in the field of finance to consumers in the Netherlands. They offer pragmatic solutions beyond just the regulatory or legal aspects.’

‘Kitty Lieverse and Marit Bosselaar are experts in the regulatory supervision area. They are well informed of supervision laws and regulations and how supervisory authorities approach certain matters. They have a strong network and expertise and understand our commercial business and goals.’

‘Floortje Nagelkerke is a star who gives clear and practical advice.’

‘Norton Rose exceeded my expectations, not only because of the expertise and speed with which they deliver superb advice but also because of the way they manage the files.’ 

‘Floortje Nagelkerke is an excellent partner. She is very knowledgeable, has a great network, and understands when to move fast without losing track of important details. She is a pleasant personality to work with.’

‘The team has excellent oversight of a broad scope of financial markets regulations and distinguishes itself with its operational knowledge about the workings of the financial markets.’

‘Floortje Nagelkerke has in-depth knowledge of how market participants, regulators and operational systems interact and therefore is very capable of understanding the rationale of rules and regulations in that respect.’

‘People in the team, from associates to partners, are approachable and communicate like normal people. For me this is an important reason to work with NRF.’

‘They give practical, hands-on advice. They are pragmatic, experienced, and highly responsive. The fees are reasonable and the work is efficient.’

‘Nikolai de Koning is a dream to work with – he is innovative and has an impressive grasp of crypto regulations. Floortje Nagelkerke is a safe pair of hands.’

‘The team can cover all topics we need as a financial institution. They have a direct key contact person as the single point of contact who coordinates all matters. They also have an advantage in that they can directly cover foreign law through their offices in other EU countries.’

‘The team at CMS is highly knowledgeable on multiple topics.’

‘The CMS financial services team is nice to work with. Laurens Pronk and Tessa Pennicks are friendly and approachable; they are a joy to work with as co-counsel.’

‘We work closely with Tessa Penninks and we highly value her specific knowledge of our company structure and the business we are in. This really makes her stand out from the competition.’

‘Tessa Penninks is always available and listens well to the ideas of others. She is open to looking for an alternative option and a joy to work with.’

‘The firm stands out for its people and its clear advice and very quick turnaround.’

‘They are very understanding, and get the point. Quick work and turnaround, and very clear communication. They do what they say they will – deadlines are set realistically.’

‘Their core expertise and style set them apart from many other firms. The are very thorough and skilled in approaching advice on evolving financial transactions presenting novel challenges in regulation. They take into account likely interpretations and future regulations affecting regulation of security platforms.’

‘The team’s strengths and key capabilities are their knowledge and expertise.’

‘Houthoff is a very competent, approachable and reliable advisor.’

‘They are a pragmatic team that understands our business as a customer.’

‘They are professionals who understood the short time constraints and came up with ready-made answers.’

‘A very well-rounded team. They are honest and personal. They are always up-to-date and on the ball.’

‘They stand out for their personal touch combined with great professionalism and expertise.’

‘The team has very capable lawyers. They have deep-seated knowledge and a lot of relevant experience.’

‘Jurian Snijder’s attention to detail and strategic thinking have been instrumental in our legal matters. He has an innate ability to dissect complex issues, provide clear guidance, and formulate effective legal strategies.’

‘What makes the FIZ team unique and very pleasant to work with is the fact that they are all very approachable, friendly and very patient. Each one of them is an expert in their own field.’

‘Michiel Claassen is an expert in his field. He always works hard and does his best to win the case or get the best results possible.’

‘The FIZ lawyers are pragmatic and skilled. They are very approachable and are always ready to help. They get the work done on time and have very broad expertise, which enables them to support us with all aspects.’

‘Michiel Claassen is well known as an expert in his field. He is the kind of lawyer you need by your side when you’re dealing with a complicated matter.’

‘First and foremost, the team’s legal acumen is exceptional. Their attorneys possess a deep understanding of the law, combined with practical insights that have been invaluable in helping us navigate complex legal matters. Their ability to provide comprehensive and creative solutions to our legal challenges is a testament to their expertise.’

‘In comparison to other firms, FIZ advocaten stands out as a beacon of professionalism and adaptability. They consistently deliver high-quality legal services while staying at the forefront of legal innovation.’

‘Jurian Snijders, Michiel Claassen, and Youri Tonino all distinguish themselves through their expertise, dedication, and proactive approach. They have consistently demonstrated a commitment to our success, and we are grateful for their exceptional service. We highly recommend them to anyone seeking legal counsel of the highest calibre.’

‘The firm offers good client service and knowledge of the industry.’

‘They are a collaborative partner with a thorough understanding of our business, and the regulatory environment in which we operate.’

‘Alex Gonzalez is available when we need him, and consistently demonstrates a high level of engagement. He is quick to grasp the essence of matters, and work towards practical, efficient solutions.’

‘Joyce Kerkvliet brings practical real-world experience, which she applies for the benefit of clients to deliver solutions that are not only good in theory, but also work well in practice.’

‘The size and approach of the team works very well for us, both in terms of the commercial and practical approach taken but also in respect of fees and billing.’

‘Joyce Kerkvliet is very responsive and good to work with. Her prior experience of having worked at the AFM is particularly helpful.’ 

‘Alex Gonzalez is easy to deal with, provides practical advice and is an expert in the local market.’

‘The firm stands out for its great expertise.’

‘The practice has a very hands-on and proactive way of working. The memos and advice are communicated in such a way that even non-lawyers understand it, which is not always the case with other firms.’

‘Knowledge and professionalism are top notch but what elevates them is that they can deliver complex legal advice in a way that our business can understand and put into practical use.’

‘Frank Richel has excellent availability, gives top-notch advice, and delivers on promises. He knows and understands our business, the competition, our regulators and supervisors. Being able to explain complex subjects in layman’s terms shows real mastery of the subject matter.’

‘The firm has sound legal and industry knowledge with a personal touch. They are transparent and have a no-nonsense culture. They also offer great support for clients through courses and webinars.’

‘The VBK team is easy to work with, reachable and timely and provides the pragmatic legal service we’re seeking.’

‘The team consists of pleasant and knowledgeable professionals.’

‘Jelmer Baukema is a key contact and trusted adviser.’