Mr Ingmar de Groot > Stibbe > Amsterdam, Netherlands > Lawyer Profile

Leading construction firm Stibbe is heavily involved in the full gamut of construction mandates. The practice has been key to many landmark projects in the Netherlands ranging from PPP projects to heavy plant projects, and infrastructure. The team is well-equipped to assist with both advising on projects and litigating where necessary on complex construction disputes. The most notable work of the firm is in PPP/PFI projects. The practice is co-led by David Orobio de Castro and Ingmar de Groot, both well recognised names in the construction space. Orobio de Castro is an expert in procurement regulations and routinely assists with PPP/PFI matters. Construction expert de Groot advises on building contracts, PPP/PFI projects, and represents clients in construction-related disputes. Boris Cammelbeeck and Iris Hendriksen are also noted.

The project finance group at Stibbe advises a myriad of international companies on banking, infrastructure, energy, transport and mining project financing matters. The team includes experts in banking, construction, procurement and regulatory issues, enabling it to regularly assist with major PPP projects as well as innovative energy projects. Real estate specialist David Orobio de Castro is well versed in PPP, PFI and DBFMO issues, while Martin In de Braekt leads on energy and industrial matters. Ingmar de Groot is the go-to for construction and infrastructure expertise; Rein van Helden routinely acts for financial institutions and corporate clients; and Marieke Driessen is a key contact for financing deals.

The real estate transactions group at Stibbe is well positioned to handle large-scale real estate transactions, acquisitions, leases and property developments. The team acts for real estate companies, domestic and international property developers, financial institutions, private equity firms and governmental agencies. Boris Cammelbeeck and Maarten de Bruin co-lead the practice, with Cammelbeeck specialising in real estate transactions, including purchase, sale and financing deals, while de Bruin focuses on both the industrial and real estate sectors, handling both finance and tax issues. Real estate expert David Orobio de Castro is experienced in dealing with real estate projects, project finance and real estate and concession contracts. Ingmar de Groot, Jan van Oosten, and Johan Vrolijk are also integral to the team.