‘An excellent team and great even on an international scale.’

‘Arne Grimme, Klaas de Vries, Lennart Keijzer are each excellent in their own M&A fields; Michael Schouten stands out for governance and the unrivalled Jan Willem Hoevers does for equity capital markets.’

‘Gaby Smeenk and her team are second-to-none. Fantastic to work with, extremely smart and pragmatic negotiators.’

‘De Brauw is a very reputable firm with high-quality partners and teams, consistently providing top-notch advice. While their advice has always been of high quality and based on a sound theoretical understanding, the team is also pragmatic, which truly helps to get M&A transactions done.’

‘Jaap Barneveld combines in-depth knowledge on all relevant legal and other aspects of public-to-privates with a pragmatic mindset and is always focused on finding the best possible solution for the client.’

‘A good multi-disciplinary team that integrates with us seamlessly.’

‘Unparalleled experience in complex multijurisdictional deals. Thoughtful, deal-minded advice coupled with good technical expertise.’

‘Tijmen Klein Bronsvoort is a good lawyer with great technical skills.’

‘Great teamwork and good knowledge of M&A.’

‘Good cooperation with internal legal team, with specific know-how on certain areas like capital markets, asset management and regulatory law.’

‘Very good understanding of the specific needs of their clients, objectives and industry specifics.’

‘Lieke van der Velden is truly an expert in her field of expertise, extremely responsive and solutions-oriented and a great person to work with.’

‘Very knowledgeable about the law and market practice. The breadth of the firm’s experience enables them to always field a team that is appropriate for the situation at hand. A diversity in respect of background, experience, way-of-working, etc. that is unique for top-tier Dutch law firms.’

‘Stefan Wissing is often the smartest person in the room, but without the ego. Great to work with and committed.’

‘Willem Bijveld was the glue that held our entire legal experience together from a legal perspective. His professionalism is exceptional, follow-up and follow-through proactive and thorough, while his knowledge and ability to navigate difficult tasks was complete and also creative.’

‘Willem is a partner, contributor and leader.’

‘The team provides a good combination of thorough legal analysis and practical guidance so that, as a client, one feels well-supported without getting stuck in unnecessary details or nit-picking.’

‘As a group and as individuals the members of the team are a pleasure to work with.’

‘A nimble and effective team.’

‘Björn van der Klip is very commercial and pragmatic.’

‘The team has strong M&A capabilities and resources and an ability to handle transactions across several jurisdictions.’

‘Stephanie Horowitz and Hansuya Reddy are well-connected with good knowledge of the Dutch market standards.’

‘The corporate team of Clifford Chance led by Greg Crookes is a very good, and efficiently operating team.’

‘The corporate team of Gregory Crookes, Pieter Leefers and Hansuya Reddy is a great team.’

‘The team takes ownership and acts quickly and efficiently. Where necessary, they seamlessly align with other sections with a careful, precise and very accurate and pragmatic approach.’

‘An excellent understanding of the main aims at a high-level are combined with due attention-to-detail, taking care that deadlines are met, results achieved and things do not fall through the cracks. ’

‘Strength in understanding private equity and the business. Good commercial sense.’

‘Gregory Crookes has a good business sense and a very sensible way of negotiating that makes sure that the important points are being taken care of without antagonizing people. It makes negotiations strong but amicable which helps in M&A.’

‘A professional firm with a flexible approach to assist international deals outside the Netherlands in a pragmatic way.’

‘Bram Caudri uses a very to-the-point approach to reach pragmatic solutions in international and complex deals. He is a pleasure to work with and have a high-quality output.’

‘The Houthoff team has assembled the best qualified subject matter experts I have worked with. The commercial, corporate and M&A team are knowledgeable, practical and very efficient. They have spent time learning and understanding our business needs, so they are better able to advise on risk and legal issues. They are an excellent M&A advisory team.’

‘Alexander Kaarls is an excellent and well-skilled M&A partner, who has a solid grasp on US company needs. He is a sensible and pragmatic team who has given us excellent support on all our deals. Josephine de Bok has also provided excellent support too.’

‘Michiel Pannekoek is worth every penny.’

‘The team has a highly established presence in the international M&A market. My go-to-team when it comes to Dutch transactions.’

‘They bring top-notch negotiation skills to the full spectrum of complex M&A transactions, are available and good fun to work with. Stand-outs include Bram Caudri, Philip van der Eijk and Grafton Cederburg.’

‘One-stop shop principle; fast and good-quality responses; innovative in terms of out-of-box thinking and solutions. Great intern team collaboration.’

‘The notarial/corporate team is very hands-on, knowledgeable and very much embedded with other teams.’

‘The combination of this team, with their M&A, employment, tax and regulatory teams and our inhouse teams work really well.’

‘The Loyens & Loeff M&A team provides excellent service and quality.’

‘Rob Schrooten is an excellent M&A lawyer.’

‘A really committed team able to deliver within a complex environment. They are also able to work with several law teams in different countries and align everybody to move forward with pace in a competitive environment’

‘Excellent knowledge and advice – a great team, which is diverse and a pleasure to work with.’

‘Loyens delivered incredibly good team work – the Loyens team very much felt like a true extension of our family business during a hectic and crucial period for our firm. The various individuals of the team took on their respective roles in an excellent manner. They really spoke the language of our company, whilst simultaneously showing deep understanding of the issues at hand.’

‘The combination of the extremely seasoned Herman Kaemingk and the younger Rob Schrooten proved to be very successful. They took different roles during the process, which was very beneficial. Both were on top of things, managed the process perfectly and brought incredible value to the table’

‘The AKD team are nothing short of fantastic. We have a complicated group structure with shareholders all around the world, and AKD’s ability to consider multiple jurisdictions and multiple elements of a deal and propose a structure that works considering all elements is phenomenal. They always have the company’s best interest at heart which has made us a customer for life.’

‘Always available, always willing to go the extra mile and always have a great attitude. Peter Cohen and Wouter Kros from the AKD team were nothing short of amazing in our most recent transaction.’

‘The team is very dedicated and always very helpful, as well as collaborative.’

‘Nathalie van Woerkom is amazing to work with and really thinks along with us in our best interest. She is also a people person and really shows interest in her clients and team.’

‘A very professional, pragmatic and deal-orientated team.’

‘We have worked with Nathalie van Woerkom and Valéry Schaap. Both provided us excellent advice, were very skilled in navigating cross-border deals and the communication with them was top. I would certainly recommend them to others. An excellent team.’

‘The team we are working with is well coordinated, with a delightful blend of experience and expertise. Agile and efficient.’

‘Carlos Pita Cao is a likable, smart and trustworthy practitioner – very knowledgeable.’

‘The DLA team is very dedicated, results-oriented and highly practical. All advisors I have worked with are responsive and think ahead.’

‘Pabe Suurd is a dedicated, results-oriented and highly practical candidate civil law notary. He is very responsive, thinking ahead and planning well. Pabe understands his client’s business and priorities. He is reliable in meeting agreed deadlines without compromising quality, and has a positive attitude.’

‘A great group – they brought the correct resources to the correct piece and part of the process. We spent a couple of years working through a frustrating transaction and they were good and helpful all the way through.’

‘Henk and his team are top-notch; friendly and easy to deal with, but bringing the fire when needed!’

‘Bastiaan Kout is smart, practical and great to work with: has a quick understanding of the matter, has an impressive ‘can do’ attitude, and is just fun to work with.’

‘NRF’s Amsterdam team has a number of good all-rounders in its commercial, corporate and M&A practice. They are driven, highly organised and knowledgeable.’

‘Saskia Blokland and Jasper Geerdes are highly responsive, organised, knowledgeable, and very supportive of the needs of the client.’

‘Heimon Smits is a nice and calm person to work with. He looks for solutions. Joeri Noteborn is thorough and delivers as promised.’

‘NRF is capable of having a large team working on all areas of law involved in M&A projects. They also have specific knowledge of our industry and have developed a competency on renewables energies.’

‘They are reactive and efficient.’

‘We work with Heimon Smits who is very efficient, precise, and proved to have very good negotiation skills.’

‘Pieter understands M&A and has a view much broader than just the legal angle. Gieneke van Nierop is a top notary who is hands-on and delivers a great quality of work and proactive advice.’

‘Pieter is a well-known player in healthcare M&A transactions, who knows his business and only needs half a word to understand your needs.’

‘CMS possesses a deep understanding of the intricacies of M&A law and has consistently demonstrated the ability to navigate complex legal issues with precision and efficiency. Their attention-to-detail and commitment to ensuring that every aspect of a transaction is thoroughly analysed and executed is truly commendable.’

‘One of the standout qualities of Erik Vorst and team is their exceptional communication skills. Throughout our engagements, they have consistently kept all stakeholders informed and engaged; this transparency has been invaluable.’

‘Martika Jonk is a superb corporate partner who provides incredibly client friendly and pragmatic advice.’

‘CMS’s expertise in corporate and M&A is unparalleled, ensuring comprehensive and tailored solutions for clients. What sets them apart is their unwavering commitment to client success, evident through a proven track-record of favourable outcomes.’

‘Their deep industry knowledge and dedication to clear communication make them a top choice. CMS stands out for its client-centric approach and remarkable ability to navigate complex legal landscapes.’

‘Roman Tarlavski possesses exceptional strategic acumen, consistently delivering innovative solutions that surpass our expectations. His ability to simplify complex legal matters and communicate effectively sets him apart.’

‘The team is very approachable, knowledgeable and really feels like an extension of our own in-house team.’

‘They are pragmatic, practical and know the market inside-out. Very much value for money and exceptional in matter management.’

‘Kuif Klein Wassink is a very pleasant and knowledgeable partner who always stays calm and has a good feel for the wishes of the client and cultural sensitivities where relevant.’

‘Nick de Rooij is a very mature and talented associate who has the ability to take a step back and place the work, his clients and his role in a broader context. He is pragmatic and commercially versed.’

‘Pieter van Uchelen has come to develop a great understanding of our organisation at all levels and is able to deliver work fit for purpose for us, our portfolio companies and their senior management.’

‘The team led by Pieter van Uchelen has provided excellent advice and process management skills and guided us through an ambitious M&A process with clear focus on delivering the target. Pieter and team mastered all aspects of the transaction, including managing outside counsel from various jurisdictions, and delivered solutions on time.’

‘Pieter van Uchelen was at all times responsive, focused and on top of every detail. He never failed to deliver a solution where one was needed. Lisette von Oyen was also responsive and a great asset on the deal team from day one.’

‘Florent has a pragmatic way of working atop specialist knowledge. With a personal and pragmatic approach, they know how to achieve objectives in a very efficient way. The deadlines and expectations are well-considered and realised.’

‘We work with Pieter van den Brink and Lidewei Lankreijer. Pieter is very involved with the client and has a lot of specialist knowledge as well as knowledge of the client and their file. Lidewei is Pieter’s right hand – she also has the file knowledge and they both always prepare all meetings very well, so that they run very effectively.’

‘Hands-on legal advice during transactions and after implementation.’

‘Pieter van Uchelen and his team are very pleasant to work with, they always keep an eye on the bigger interest of the transaction and are keen to make a deal work.’

‘Pieter van den Brink is very experienced, has an eye for detail and understands the really essential elements in a deal. A proactive negotiator who makes the deal happen.’

‘A strong team of entrepreneurs, which is reflected in the way they do business; pragmatically and geared towards solving problems in an efficient and effective manner.’

‘Herald Jongen is the leading outsourcing M&A expert in the Benelux with a strong track record advising financial institutions.’

‘Fast, accurate, streetwise and value for money.’

‘Herald Jongen is friendly, very experienced, super fast and spot on. He is also a good strategist and negotiator.’

‘Very proactive, with a value for money attitude. They are always fast to respond and are my preferred referral firm in the region.’

‘Stan is my go-to person, and he always manages to find great people in the team to speak with on various specific matters.’

‘Very committed, available and skilled team. Associates are high-level and able to lead negotiations. We have been working with the team for 6 years and haven’t considered changing.’

‘Stan Robbers gives a lot of space to his associates so they develop well whilst always being available and ensuring that quality is guaranteed. He is very skilled and puts client interests first.’

‘Rens Berrevoets is like our own team member. Communication is great, and he is very skilled and able to lead negotiations.’

‘Stan Robbers plays a crucial role as the accountable partner in Heussen’s thriving Chinese practice, benefitting from an exceptional network. As a highly competent corporate lawyer, his expertise primarily lies in international areas.’

‘The Heussen teams works fast and has good market knowledge. That makes discussions on negotiation strategies in a M&A transactions constructive and they therefore bring added value to the table.’

‘Stan Robbers is a fast thinker and a firm but friendly negotiator. Martijn Koot always reacts quickly.’

‘They are committed to the company clients and follow up well. They also cooperate well in cross-country contexts.’

‘Danielle du Bois-Buné and Bastiaan van Rath are noteworthy.’

‘Team members are hardworking, reliable and commercial with solid execution skills. ’

‘Danielle du Bois-Buné is a very engaged partner and an excellent team leader – she is always available, always on top of things and commercial when it matters. She is very experienced and responsive, and is able to deliver under pressure. Strongly recommended.’

‘They work proactively, are trustworthy and always have the end goal of the client in mind.’

‘We have been really pleased with the excellent and pleasant service provided by Herke van Hulst.’

‘They have expert knowledge of the market we operate in, and provide an all-round service.’

‘Herke van Hulst is proactive, outcome-oriented, in control of processes, a great communicator, energetic, responsive and a leader, not just a facilitator.’

‘A strong team with excellent partner Geoffrey Beurskens leading the transactions. A full-service is provided, with various specialists involved across key areas.’

‘Geoffrey Beurskens is always fantastically commercial, clearly articulates the different positions on each side and gives suggested ways forward. He is particularly key given the cross-border nature of the transactions worked on where market norms differ.’

‘They are a full-service firm, offering legal support across the whole spectrum including fundraising, M&A, but also employment law and notarial work, so really a one-stop shop with deep and broad in-house knowledge to cover all elements in a transaction.’

‘Herke van Hulst and Nick Staes did a great job in supporting us in an intense and complex transaction with multiple stakeholders. They were always available and were a tremendous support. Jim Margry helped negotiating the founder provisions.’

‘Strong energy, capabilities and pragmatism.’

‘Reijnoud Homveld and Lodewijk Vonken provide practical solutions and good quality of work. They are very helpful not only at thinking through a legal lens, but also from  a broader perspective to help close transaction in best way possible. They listen, understands client needs very well and are creative enough to achieve the goals of all parties.’

‘Professional, knowledgeable, client focused, responsive and efficient.’

‘Pamela Buhrman and Eelco Bijkerk are noteworthy.’

‘Very down-to-earth and pragmatic, as well as very responsive. They do their best to understand their clients’ business.’

‘Maarten van der Graaf easily forms a personal connection, is quick to grasp concepts and come with an appropriate solution, and often sees things from a viewpoint not yet considered by others.’

‘A nice team with a consistent composition during transactions.’

‘Ruben Tros builds a good, trustworthy relationship with the client and offers a commercial perspective to support the client, is eloquent, knows the topics very well and remains calm and bright. Dirk de Graeff is dedicated conscientious, accurate and skilled.’

‘They provide swift and spot-on advice, including alternative solutions and recommendations for the best way forward. In other words, the team not only gives legal advice but also guides you in a very professional way.’

‘Hugo Reumkens and Myrthe Sevinga provide guidance and legal advice while trying to address the case at hand as if they were the client, which makes working with them very pleasant and fruitful.’

‘The team is responsive. It provides hands-on advice on a tactical level. Matters are being handled by a multidisciplinary team, with all relevant subject matter experts involved. The firm is able to engage international experts quickly too.’

‘Hugo Reumkens is knowledgeable and a great sparring partner. Cara Pronk is to the point, swift and sharp in her advice. She is a pleasure to work with.’

‘Outstanding expertise – the team is reliable, discreet, responsive and provides a quality service.’

‘The team was very well integrated. The overall transaction was an exceedingly complex acquisition that had very complicated and integrated commercial relationships with third parties that all had to be negotiated in tandem and the Van Doorne team worked seamlessly to deliver an excellent product to enable us to complete the transaction.’

‘Dimitri van Hoewijk quarterbacked our transaction – he stayed on top of his internal team whilst being personable and professional. Louis Jonker was fantastic in all aspects — both in terms of foreseeing all the complexity at the outset and doggedly ensuring that we would achieve our necessary points, but still allowing the other side to feel part of the process. I could not praise him more strongly!’

‘Sjoerd Stokmans is able to put complex fiscal matters into perspective, is trustworthy and never caught off guard. Onno Boerstra is highly appreciated in the boardroom, is recognised as one of the best M&A lawyers and has lived up to that reputation.’

‘Great, efficient and highly dedicated team.’

‘Rhamsey Croes is very commercially-oriented and pragmatic, very dedicated and stands out from the crowd.’

‘A team of likeable people who seem to genuinely enjoy their jobs. It was honestly a pleasure working with them in stressful times.’

‘The best legal firm I’ve worked with, or had dealings with, ever. ’

‘Rhamsey Croes was the best we’ve talked to by a long-shot. Knowledgeable, very likable and extremely competent. Highly recommended.’

‘They stand out for their responsiveness, pragmatism, professionalism, provision of great legal support, and drive.’

‘Quirijn has a longstanding relationship with us as clients so actually knows what drives us, is excellent in providing pragmatic advice, and sharp as a knife. Evert has in-depth knowledge of the area and great communicating skills – he is structured and totally switched on. Babette acts quickly, is easily accessible and has good knowledge.’

‘Evert van der Kaa is a very professional, knowledgeable, and communicative lawyer. He concisely and thoroughly grasps legal matters and translates them into understandable, accurate advice. He has a helicopter view, is an exceptional listener and a tough negotiator. He has helped us with great success and we would definitely recommend him.’

‘Mr Van de Kaa gets right to the point and makes complex concepts easy to understand.’

‘BJTK is a commercial M&A boutique law firm with smart and hands-on lawyers. Its people are quick-thinking and experienced. The team is diverse.’

‘Quirijn Biesheuvel is quick-thinking, calm, solution-oriented. Babette Waltman is a strong consultant who can manage large projects in a very client-oriented way. Rutger Janse is a problem solver and Rob van den Sigtenhorst is a very intelligent and practical lawyer. ’

‘They were superb in handling our position and in a very short time they proved to be trustworthy and capable. They are crystal clear and transparent.’

‘Quirijn Biesheuvel is great at defending our points. He is a great guy to work with – knowledgeable, trustworthy and responsive.’

‘Evert van der Kaa is a very pragmatic and commercially-minded lawyer.’

‘The corporate team of Buren works together seamlessly on transactions while coordinating a lot in the background. The partner on the matter is always aware of any issues that are handled by the team. This results in a fully integrated approach which is not often seen with other full-service law-firms.’

‘Tjeerd Aghina stands out as a corporate M&A partner with a deep technical knowledge and great eye for detail while maintaining focus on what’s important from a commercial perspective. He is creative and comes up with solutions for any issues that arise.’

‘A strong M&A and corporate practice.’

‘Paul Jitta is a very strong lawyer and litigator who always goes above and beyond.’

‘A commercial focus, eagerness to prove themselves, keenness to build-up a relationship, reliability, and provision of an integrated M&A and finance service.’

‘They elaborate and are detailed when it comes to legal due diligence work.’

‘Pieter van den Berg is friendly and accessible, has lots of experience, and is the right person to have on your side of the table in a negotiation. His commercial mindset, clear focus on client’s interest and creativity in finding the right solutions make him stand out.’

‘A very dedicated and proactive team, always thinking two steps ahead.’

‘Very talented and dedicated people who are always available when needed.’

‘A boutique firm which provides a personal service – they also have good availability.’

‘Wytse is everything you want. Very smooth and with a great skillset. His team is awesome.’

‘Very approachable and hands-on team.’

‘We in particular appreciated that they could translate their sound legal expertise into pragmatic solutions tailored to the transaction needs. Great team work with genuinely nice people.’

‘Maurice Dudink combines the expertise and experience from his magic circle firm years with a very personal, engaged and pragmatic approach to the file.’

‘An experienced and very dedicated team. Their thorough approach helps us to stay in control and manage the delicate situation we are in. Their experience and responsiveness make them unique in this area.’

‘Guus Kemperink has a wealth of experience and is very keen. Luke van de Laar is thorough, quick and customer-focused. One feels in safe hands dealing with KMW.’

‘The team is fully committed and extremely responsive; always ready to promptly provide the client with precise legal answers.’

‘Rob Wouters is an excellent lawyer. Hands-on, pragmatic and always at my side.’

‘An excellent knowledge of governance practices in Europe.’

‘Guus Kemperink is a seasoned governance practitioner.’

‘Rob Wouters us a great guy – sharp and responsive.’

‘Sander Maarschalkerweerd and Rob Wouters are corporate lawyers with broad experience in M&A transactions. They are dedicated, highly skilled and a pleasure to work with.’

‘The OC team excels by taking a problem-solving and pragmatic approach to corporate law. The partners have a strong sense of business which leads to a situation wherein one has a truly value-added legal partner by one’s side.’

‘Proactive communication and always on-time delivery.’

‘Commercial, practicable approach and fast response times atop a good understanding of German market realities such that cross-border engagements are seamless.’

‘Good in public sector M&A and sensitive stakeholder situations.’

‘They show exceptional sensitivity for challenges on a governance and interpersonal level, in addition to the more technical legal challenges and typical M&A discussions. They are also highly skilled in the drafting of not only contracts, but also memos, tactical emails, and summaries. ’

‘Carel van Swaay misses nothing and is clear in what he sees and on recommending the best course of action therein. A perfect advisor.’

‘They have been building a strong M&A reputation in the Dutch market over the last few years.’

‘Carel van Swaay is very pleasant and very competent.’

‘Rutgers & Posch’s efficient team is formed of members with specific knowledge. Sound advice is combined with sensible client-friendly billing, which is highly appreciated.’

‘The knowledge base within Rutgers & Posch is broad and fulfils needs as required. Collaboration is very friendly too.’

‘Lennaert Posch has a very hands-on and pragmatic approach, he keeps the interests of the client an extremely high priority. He is pleasant to work with, highly analytical and professional.’

‘Tijmen Noordoven provides sound legal labour law advice, is well-liked and highly appreciated by clients. He goes the extra mile.’

‘Responsive, practical and solution-oriented.’

‘The team are experts in what they do – Lennaert Posch is a trusted advisor.’

‘Lennaert and Justus are experienced lawyers with a lot experience and involvement realizing the best deals and contracts for their clients.’

‘Justus Fortuyn stands out as a high-flying associate who has great technical skills and an easy manner which facilitates easy exchanges with our team and the persons with whom we are negotiating.’

‘Roald Subnel is a great lawyer who understands the conflicts that sometimes can occur between legal and business interests.’

‘It is about the deal and not about fighting or game playing with the other side.’

‘An excellent team with great legal expertise that provides excellent advice and a pragmatic approach to complex issues. The team is very professional, proactive, and dedicated, and has a personal approach.’

‘Luuk Hendriks stands out by managing to keep on top of detail throughout highly complex M&A transactions, quickly grasping issues and offering commercial or practical solutions. They are flexible and always consider the commercial contexts when catering for legal needs.’

‘Luuk Hendriks is a great partner who is highly knowledgeable, sharp, dedicated, responsive and delivers quality advice with a pragmatic approach. Luuk has a commercial mindset, is a great negotiator, is very engaging and offers practical solutions.’

‘Jeroen Oehlen is very dedicated and always gives me the feeling that I am his only client! He also knows me and guides me through processes.’

‘The unique strength from this team is the diverse knowledge and availability.’

‘The team is well-structured and supportive, with great knowledge.’

‘The Dirkzwager team brings its experience in this field and points out risks, opportunities and all the relevant conditions of the deal. They are very flexible and available and really helped our inexperienced organisation throughout the whole process.’

‘Claudia van der Most and Lotte ter Linde accompanied us throughout our process which was time limited. They both have the capabilities to combine their knowledge with a very pleasant way of working as well with both the client and counterparts in the deal. They each earned the trust of both parties.’

‘Able to manage major acquisitions under very high pressure, they take a straightforward and diplomatic approach to cases where difficult points are raised. We were very satisfied with the personal guidance provided.’

‘Claudia van der Most and Valerie van Engelenburg-Sijberden are well-experienced lawyers with a professional and personal approach. Both explain well the consequences of options and advise on what could work best.’

‘Claudia van der Most and Lotte te Linde were the cornerstone of our case. They have a lot of knowledge of M&A practice. They took our company (a newcomer to this practice) by the hand and took the time to explain things. They are knowledgeable, accurate and as a team very pleasant to work with!’

‘A very professional team, with a lot of expertise. It is a pleasure to cooperate with them – they can act very quickly and are capable of delivering the best legal quality at very short notice.’

‘Claudia van der Most is able to maintain an overview, keeps her team together such that all team members know exactly what’s expected of them. She really listens to her client and takes the time to involve the client, and explains in very simple terms complex aspects of what’s going on.’

‘Claudia van der Most is a good lawyer with a pragmatic approach.’

‘The team is responsive, very dedicated and goes the extra mile to bring a transaction to a satisfying end.’

‘The team has an impressive track-record. They have both legal and practical knowledge, are very hands-on and are easy accessible.’

‘DVAN Advocaten works fast and efficiently and the lawyers make sure my interests are well-protected and I was fully advised on all potential risks, without losing sight of other (commercial) interests and context. ’

‘Tom van Dijk is an excellent lawyer and trusted advisor who excels in negotiations and is able to provide to-the-point legal advice.’

‘Nathalie van Hellenberg Hubar is an experienced lawyer with thorough legal and practical knowledge that keeps detailed sight on the overall process.’

‘Tom van Dijk and Nathalie van Hellenberg Hubar make a great team with complementing skillsets. Both are very easy to work with, thorough and diligent and are willing to go the extra mile.’

‘Direct contact at partner-level, good social skills and ambitious firm. DVAN has the right knowledge in the different legal areas our company is looking for.’

‘Tom van Dijk is very engaged and finds the right balance between family DNA and business objectives in his advisory role.’

‘The team is very professional, extremely responsive and always pay attention to all the wishes of their clients.’

‘Their expertise is very good, they are collaborative and are professionals even in niche areas.’

‘They have a very good approach to international transactions and are always keen on proposing something innovative which is really appreciated.’

‘Lesley Koopmans and Wieger Ten Hove are very pragmatic and easy to work with. They always understand strict timelines clients may have and do their best to comply with it.’

‘They provide pragmatic advice, are well-seasoned in international transactions, have quick turnaround and offer reasonable rates.’

‘Wieger Ten Hove offers excellent and pragmatic support in international and Dutch corporate matters.’

‘The Eversheds team is extraordinarily focused on achieving the client’s objectives in an efficient manner and able to staff up or down the team as needed. We have used the Eversheds team on domestic and cross-border matters and have been pleased with their results-oriented approach.’

‘Tom van Wijngaarden has taken the time to understand our business goals and is very responsive. A true pleasure to work with.’

‘They provide guidance and keep their cool in continuously changing situations, and understand our business needs. They are also down-to-earth and have a good network of corresponding firms.’

‘Gaby Heere is pragmatic, thinks outside the box and understands our needs.’

‘KVDL have provided helpful and prompt advice on a range of matters for us over the years – they are a good choice for Dutch advice.’

‘Quick, professional, and positive – they get the deal done.’

‘Hands-on and committed to getting the deal done; they have strong sector knowledge.’

‘Great, no-nonsense collaboration with Gaby Heere and Jan-Berend Möller.’

‘A very pleasant team – very accessible, absolutely communicative and responsive. The KVDL team thinks along with us, points out further options and we feel we can trust them.’

‘Jan-Berend Möller is exceptionally bright and open-minded.’

‘The Ploum team put forward very clear and robust legal advice in all the cases they handle for us. There is great partner involvement and they always go the extra mile in putting clients’ arguments forward. Ploum can manage complex commercial, corporate and M&A-related work.’

‘Stephan’s expertise spans corporate, M&A and energy-related matters. He is lauded in particular for his commercial and deal-making capabilities and is very good at managing clients’ interests. He is also responsive on-the-ball, and a really pragmatic, commercial and impressive operator.’

‘A very knowledgeable team – hands-on and pragmatic.’

‘Stephan Sluijters and Geert de Nijs are highly recommended. Both listen to the client and try to get the deal done without overcomplicating things but with a keen eye on the important aspects of the matter. The availability of both partners is excellent.’

‘A hands-on team who are pleasant to work with.’

‘They are responsive, accurate and simply meet expectations.’

‘Arjen vd Belt is a notary who cares for clients and understands which details are important.’

‘Tom Ensink is meticulous and keeps his cool in negotiations.’

‘Vestius is a small and highly effective firm with short lines and fast service.’

‘Helger Kamerman is by far the most senior partner delivering even more than you would expect from the experienced lawyer he is. Kamerman has strong negotiation skills and very effective contract writing skills.’

‘A loyal and knowledgeable team that puts client needs first and acts accordingly.’

‘Sander Pieroelie is reliable, analytically strong and comes up with practical solutions. A rock solid lawyer!’

‘Vestius has a good grasp of what is required in M&A transactions. In SME transactions they take a concise, practical approach to contracts that suits the SME market. When required, they respond swiftly and accurately.’

‘I enjoy working with Helger Kamerman, as he is responsive, fast-thinking and has a good feel for the atmosphere of transactions.’

‘A trustworthy M&A law firm in the Netherlands formed of experienced partners with a reputable track record. They are down-to-earth, sharp and always act in the best interests of client.’

‘Highly experienced and with a common sense and hands-on approach.’