Investment funds in Netherlands

‘The investment funds practice at De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek is in line with what one would expect from this firm: absolutely top tier in the Netherlands. They combine exceptional legal quality in the regulatory and civil law fields with in-depth knowledge of the market and a very practical, efficient and hands on-approach. When necessary this is supported by excellent foreign firms from their network, coordinated by De Brauw as if one is advised by one single firm. Excellent value for money.’

‘Stand-out partner Kees Groffen is of truly exceptional quality. In the regulatory arena, he is practically in a league of his own: absolutely top tier. His wealth of legal and technical knowledge and skills together with in depth knowledge of the market are translated into very clear and concise advice, and a very efficient and practical approach of matters.’

‘De Brauw has a very thorough knowledge of the PE and VC industry and the internal workings of a fund or GP.’

‘The very best knowledge and experience in the Dutch market money can buy. In addition to that, super smart practice members. They see and know what the future is bringing and they fully understand the business drivers. If you have an issue, they need little time to to understand the problem. Second to none in NL.’

‘Kees Groffen, the absolute top individual. If Kees doesn’t have the solution, there just isn’t one. Mariska Enzerink is also very knowledgeable.’

‘They outperform other Dutch law firms with regard to their knowledge of investment funds/entities. They have highly qualified lawyers. They are quick, practical and have good knowledge. We agree beforehand on the deadlines. These are always met.’

‘Oscar is very experienced and knowledgeable and has been considered a top leader in his field already for many years now. So when you hire him you know you have authority on the case.’

‘Not only do they have many fund managers as their client but they also represent many institutional investors such as pension funds and insurance companies who invest in investment funds so they see both sides of the coin!’

‘They understand what we are looking for and come up with good and creative solutions.’

‘Key contact was Marierose Kouwenberg. She is very responsive and delivers high quality work. She is an associate in the Amsterdam team, but delivers at partner level. She is backed by Quirine Eenhorst and Ate Veenstra, two partners in the team, who are always available to support.’

‘The Jones Day team is a solid mix of legal, tax and notary skills that provides for a complete service to set up your fund and feeders. In the Netherlands they are uniquely positioned because of their all-round expertise and the experience they have in private equity and private debt areas.’

‘Ate Veenstra has extensive experience in fund structuring and regulatory aspects and his combination with Quirine Eenhorst who focuses on all legal elements provides for a strong service.’

‘Ate Veenstra and Quirine Eenhorst combine excellent and deep tax and regulatory knowledge on PE/VC funds. This combination is what makes them stand out in general. Their warm and professional personalities make them a pleasure to work with, and stand out in particular.’

‘I can put it simply: although a relatively large law firm, the team has always served us in a very pragmatic way. The right answer at the right time.’

‘Joep Ottervanger: always available. Quick and sharp. Robert Veenhoven: speedy and pragmatic.’

‘Hands on, knowing what the client wants (based on a relationship that lasts for years).’

‘First of all, nice people to work with and outstandingly intelligent. Responsive and easy to get in contact with.’

‘Great and knowledgeable team, taking on board local expertise on cross-border investments (for instance, London and Amsterdam representatives).’

‘The team adapts their advice to the specific client. The company that I work for is very specific as to our needs and the team was able to fulfill our requirements very quickly. The team was always available for support, and was proactive and collaborative.’

‘The team provides excellent advice across a range of different legal topics arising when investing. This is both at the structuring side – including tax structuring – and at the side of the actual investment document. I especially value the ability of the team to provide integrated cross-border advice, which deals with legal issues in different jursidictions.’

‘Marian Scheele has been a top-notch funds lawyer for years, and continues to be best in class counsel on investment fund matters. Michiel Sunderman – great at structuring fund investments, with expert knowledge of the tax aspects.’

‘A good legal adviser I regularly work with is Tjerk de Jonge. He is sharp, delivers swiftly and satisfactorily.’

‘I worked with Marcel van den Nieuwenhuijzen, who was a pleasure to deal with. He was very attentive to his clients, very responsive and able to get the issue at hand expertly.’

‘Top skilled team who have all been trained at premium law firms, but which now offer their services at much more competetive rates at Orange Clover. Collaboration is always pleasant and there is a lot of partner involvement.’

‘The best team in the Netherlands for financial regulatory advice in our experience.’

‘Alex Gonzalez is very knowledgeable, clear, confident and user-friendly. The partners are clearly inspiring a quality team, notably including Ademir Sehomerovic.’

‘The team of partners is very experienced with a small team of senior laywers. So, no junior there that handles your business. Very easy and practical team to work with.’

‘Marcel van den Nieuwenhuijzen is a good and practical notary public. Calm guy that knows his stuff and has broad experience with cross border fund structures.’

‘They are extremely savvy in the investment fund business.’

‘Marcel van de Nieuwenhuijzen is one of a kind.’