‘They work efficiently, react fast and are knowledgeable and solutions-driven.’ 

‘They have great partners and great staff. What sets them apart in the leveraged finance market is the sheer volume of deals that they see and the edge in experience that gives them. They are used to working for highly demanding customers such as debt advisors, so they know what is expected and they deliver.’

‘Max Mayer is a leading voice in the industry, very substantive and detail oriented.’

‘The team is very pragmatic; bringing legal implications back to simple solutions (i.e. not too academic). Also very fun to work with and with strong senior engagement.’

‘Max Mayer is very strong and the reason we go to DLA – he is very engaged, very pragmatic, fun to work with. Also very impressed with the broader team, whom we like to work with a lot.’

‘Max Mayer is experienced and is able to use this to make the process as smooth as possible without any unnecessary fuss.’

‘The team has good experience in negotiating contracts, gives good ideas and advice, and also knows how we, as a client, like to work, and what we expect, and really aims to deliver. They also work seamlessly with other internal departments to ensure the coordination is done on their end, and we don’t need to step in.’

‘The Loyens team is excellent at representing borrowers on a whole range of fund finance products. They provide timely and commercial advice and really understand fund structures and key drivers for fund financing.’

‘Ruben den Hollander is always super responsive and across the key details. He’s able to provide commercial advice and is very easy to work with.’

‘The team is really helpful and available when needed. Also, they work in an expeditious manner when needed. They have a large group of professionals for each area, which helps a lot when operations need different approaches.’

‘I work with Elizabeth van Schilfgaarde and she is always cooperative and clear with her advice. She knows our company and that is really helpful for all kind of operations. Also, being a Dutch advisor under NY law is really important for us.’

‘NautaDutilh was professional, pragmatic, and focused on our needs as a client. The team handled the legal complexities well and found practical solutions. They also had a good understanding of the parties involved, which helped communication and decision-making to run smoothly.’

‘Diederik Vriesendorp guided us through the complexities of our transaction with a pragmatic outlook, always keeping the broader picture in mind. His insights and guidance were something we truly valued throughout the process.’

‘Nauta is always my first call when in need of Dutch advice because they are absolute experts at the top of their market who at the same time think like US lawyers, with the same kind of commitment to providing excellent client service that we would expect from lawyers at our own firm. I never hesitate to put my trust in Nauta.’

‘Friendly, very dedicated team. They analyse the transaction as a whole.’

‘The partner was open and available to answer any question.’

‘Very practical advice. They simplify instead of complicate.’

‘In-depth knowledge, pragmatic and very responsive. Value for money.’

‘They facilitate a smooth and efficient process, i.e. excellent project management. I feel very supported in negotiations and discussions. They always push for a solution that satisfies both parties.’

‘Jenny Noordermeer – familiarity with the client business and operating mode. Able to highlight the key risks arising from the negotiation. Responsiveness is excellent.’

‘Well versed in the markets we request advice on.’

‘Seasoned, spot-on market expertise and diligent delivery.’

‘Hands-on team, always reachable, direct contacts. In-depth knowledge of Anglo-Saxon loan documentation.’

‘Jack Schrijver has acted in our re-financing deal as a key person to drive the lawyers on the other side to deliver in time decisions and documents. Without his persistence we could not have made it in time.’

‘Sabine Schoute is a super lawyer. One of the best in class. To the point, commercial, smart and highly motivated to assist and solve problems. Sabine also has a great personality and is fun to work with.’

‘GT combines global experience with local expertise. Working in the British office of an American company on a Dutch loan with the French office of a German lender requires a global perspective and flexibility adapting the business customs of multiple cultures. GT integrated resources from across their platform to close the loan.’

‘Sabine Schoute is pragmatic, solutions-oriented and effective in driving progress on a deal. We intend to work with her on future transactions.’

‘Cooperative attitude, quick response to questions, relevant legal knowledge about key subjects (automotive industry), small dedicated team, fixed contact person, reliable business partner.’

‘The Lexence team is highly responsive and delivers the highest quality. We want to highlight the pragmatism, acumen at cross-border work and technical skills of the team. Lexence was able to smoothly expand the team if needed without any loss of quality or speed.’

‘Charles Destrée is the grand seigneur of corporate finance and banking law. He has an outstanding ability to keep calm in stressful situations and direct complex processes with sovereignty and competence. Bas Zandvliet is a young lawyer who has already gained a lot of expertise and is a very valued expert in the field of corporate finance. He will be a leader in the next generation.’

‘Charles Destrée and Bas Zandvliet are very responsive, elaborate with an eye for detail. They have a very strong memory as it comes to the contents of the financial documentation and the course of events in the past. Additionally, they are likeable and friendly.’

‘It pleasant working with Bas Zandvliet and Charles Destrée.’

‘Cooperative, good level of knowledge.’

‘Charles Destrée and his associate Max de Vreede are very quick and nice to work with.’

‘We regularly work with Bas Zandvliet and Charles Destrée as co-counsel and are impressed by their pragmatic, efficient and strategic approach. They are a real pleasure to work with.’

‘Pragmatic approach, responds quickly to questions and do not bring up non-items. Pleasant team that sticks to the timeline. Clearly they know where the market is and are able to find middle ground to get the job done.’

‘Very responsive team, with clear coordination between the team members. Smooth communication.’

‘We really enjoyed working with Axel van der Staak and Marlinde Klein Ganseij on our refinancing. They are an efficient team, knowledgeable and nice to work with.’

‘The banking team at Osborne Clarke is a good partner to us in our corporate financing transactions. They are fast and they have tailor-made solutions in response to the legal issues. They are very knowledgeable on market practice and able to guide us when needed. They have good communication skills and happy to assist us on whatever front we need, being negotiations with legal or financial people.’

‘Axel van der Staak is a very commercial and hands-on banking lawyer who is able to guide us towards the trends in the market. He is also pragmatic and solution oriented. We can confidently rely on his communication skills on deal management. Last, but not least important, he is a quite responsive person who always picks up the phone when needed.’

‘The Osborne Clarke team is a small team, but delivers its product as if it has a significant team behind it. They deliver fast and good quality work.’

‘Axel van der Staak is experienced and a very practical lawyer. The work from the whole team seems consistently of high quality. ’

‘The Osborne Clarke banking team in the Netherlands is for me a perfect combination of a smaller, hands-on team which at the same time is part of a global law firm.’

‘Axel van der Staak is a committed, knowledgeable, hands-on lawyer and a pleasure to work with.’

‘Highly capable and professional international law firm. Broad range of legal services and markets. Great execution skills and excellent team.’

‘The partner and team are all excellent in their work (both legal knowledge as well as on the practical side). Great execution skills with continued high performance under time pressure. Excellent project management.’ 

‘Stek has a team of experts which can combine both the technical, legal and commercial sides. Flexibility to achieve goals is key in this.’

‘It’s a people business. Understanding the client is more important than the legal correctness. Making the bridge between the goal, sensitivities and counterparties is key. Sharon Kaufmann is such a person, hence always an added value to a deal team.’

‘The Stek banking team works in small teams that are on the ball. This leads to fast decision-making and turnaround times of contracts. Where they differentiate themselves is the ability to also interact with entrepreneurs which is crucial for a small cap buy-and-build fund like ours. ’

‘Down to earth personalities making them human and therefore fun to work with, without compromising on quality. This is something that resonates with our team and the people we tend to work with.’

‘Stek’s banking and finance team is very knowledgeable and hands on. The team gives fast, clear and practical answers. They are not afraid to give advice beyond the scope of their direct involvement and really act as a sparring partner for the client. They are able to translate our commercial needs into solid solutions within the agreements.’

‘The team from Stek was very available for me as a debt advisor, as well as for the client. Availability on partner level was really good. When it was necessary for the transaction, the whole team from Stek worked really hard to make the transaction fly. Collaboration was really good with short communication lines.’

‘Sharon Kaufmann and I worked closely together on the final part of the transaction. The main important quality I valued in this transaction was working towards a solution together.’

‘Dedicated team with knowledge and commitment to get things done in a timely manner.’

‘Down to earth, no nonsense, pragmatic. Added value of the banking team spans beyond pure legal advice.’

‘Angelique Thiele really stands out as an authority in her field. She is appreciated for her pragmatic approach and ability to keep transactions moving forward. Excellent negotiation skills.’

‘Quick response, availability is very good. Able to provide relevant advice for the company’s business.’

‘Great team!’

‘Great individuals!’

‘I’ve always experienced them to be deadly efficient, proactive and very flexible. I’ve worked with most independent firms in this jurisdiction and I consider them a standout firm on the market that provides great value for money.’

‘Jelmer Baukema is more reliable than a Swiss watch. He’s an absolute pleasure to work with. He’s quick and efficient in understanding the issues. I specifically like the fact that he’s able to see the big picture in an instant, whether it’s in relation to banking, civil or tax issues.’

‘We use Angelique Thiele and her team as borrower’s counsel in our real estate financings. Her advice is always pragmatic and to the point, and she is a great aide in the negotiations with the banks. Her vast network in the finance industry has proven to be helpful in finding alternative lenders that are willing to provide financing at times when banks are closed for new business.’

‘The team is very committed and knowledgeable in the specific industry. Also quite hands on.’

‘Partner is very fast, pragmatic and proactive. Not only highlights the problem but where possible actively contributes to the solution. Associates have the knowledge we expect from a top firm in this area.’

‘We work with the team regularly and find them to be responsive and commercial, highlighting options and suggesting courses of action.’

‘The team has a long track record and wide experience in ship finance and related transactions). They are fast, experts in negotiating complex ship finance transactions and are creative in finding solutions acceptable for all parties involved.’

‘We have worked for more than ten years with Renate Punt-Huizer and Romy Mattens. As a team they are hard to beat for their competitors; fast, creative, punctual, easy accessible, all details worked out well, no mistakes, no open ends, etc.’

‘They are very service-minded people, they really understand their clients’ needs and interests. They provide unambiguous legal advice. They are great people to work with, always enthusiastic and on top of things.’

‘Joannes de Bont is very pleasant to work with, he’s knowledgeable and able to navigate through complex processes. He’s a team player and understands our needs. His advice is practical and understandable.’

‘Unlike competitor firms, every client receives direct attention from a partner at Bond Advocaten, ensuring that their file is not delegated to others but handled with the highest level of expertise. Our experience with one of the partners, Joannes de Bont is extremely positive. Joannes is very knowledgeable, highly skilled and, most importantly, provides personalised care.’

‘Robert Steeg works extremely efficiently. No time is wasted on unimportant stuff. He focuses on what truly matters for the client. Robert makes complex legal issues simple to understand. He is also one of the few Dutch banking & finance lawyers who also knows his way in ISDA financial derivatives documentation.’

‘The practice is extremely knowledgeable with regards to real estate financing. The are really the top of the market in this area and their expertise is unmatched.’

‘The partners are very involved with case and show great care for the client. Bond Advocaten always came up with adequate legal answers to our specific needs. Communication was very efficient.’

‘Bond Advocaten is unique as a boutique banking and financing firm in the Netherlands. The partners each are highly experienced and well known.’

‘Joannes de Bont has extensive knowledge of Dutch security laws and has at the same time an eye for practical solutions. He is easy to reach and delivers on time. He is also a very pleasant person to work with.’

‘When receiving advice from law firms in other countries, it is often the case that we lack background knowledge of that country’s laws. Therefore, it is important to have expertise in the relevant laws, explain them in a way that is easy for us to understand, and resolve any questions we may have. In this regard, my experience working with HEUSSEN was positive.’

‘I worked with Martjin Koot and Sandy van der Schaaf in the previous deal. They have been diligent, passionate and professional in their efforts to assist the deal. Also, replies were prompt, so the work proceeded smoothly despite the time difference between the two countries.’

‘Very helpful.’

‘Tim Schreuders and Martijn Koot are both very accessible, practical and helpful. They know the subject matter well and apply in a practical fashion.’

‘The team is very responsive, hands-on and pleasant to work with. They have good market knowledge and are very supportive.’

‘Kees Hooft is always readily available and delivers on his promises. He is an effective communicator and negotiator.’

‘Highly efficient and pragmatic – always on the ball and solution-oriented.’

‘Fun to work with and get things done.’