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Parnassusweg 300
1081 LC Amsterdam
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Netherlands > Energy
Loyens & Loeff‘s energy group, which is based across both Amsterdam and Rotterdam, is co-headed by transactions and projects-focused Jan-Willem van Rooij, who is ‘fully dedicated and has great drive’, and regulatory specialist Roland de Vlam. De Vlam is supported on regulatory aspects of the practice by EU and national energy specialist counsel Max Oosterhuis. The team’s workload spans a vast array of energy work in both the regulatory and transactional space, including advising on energy infrastructure solutions, the energy transition, regulatory frameworks, and the repurposing and operation of large-scale projects. The portfolio ranges across different industry segments, and includes onshore and offshore wind, electricity and solar-related matters. On the transactional side, the practice was bolstered in January 2023 with the arrival of notary specialist Mark Rebergen, formerly of De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek. Also transactions and renewables-focused, senior associate Victor van Nuland is another name to note.Practice head(s):
Jan-Willem van Rooij; Roland de Vlam
Other key lawyers:
Max Oosterhuis; Victor van Nuland; Anne Brugmans
Testimonials
‘Jan-Willem van Rooij and team stand-out for their knowledge of the market and business.’
‘The team is alert, proactive, flexible, and adaptable to the needs of our team. They keep a level of professionalism even in long-term client relationships, they are street smart and understand the M&A game.’
‘You know you have Jan-Willem van Rooij fully on your side and it feels like his is part of your team and company. He is fully dedicated and has great drive to help one win. He knows his business and the rules of the game and uses his personal competencies to always search for ways to get the best deals.’
‘Jan-Willem is very pleasant to engage and work with.’
‘A very dedicated team with full knowledge of the energy industry.’
‘Victor van Nuland has great knowledge of the industry, and is exceptionally dedicated, approachable and trustworthy.’
‘A highly dependable and efficient team with fitting and different experience levels in which tasks and questions finds their way naturally to resolution.’
‘Victor brings exceptional knowledge and skill to the table, yet is brief and to-the-point. He is able to present practical solutions for a very broad-range of issues.’
Key clients
ING Bank
Shareholders’ Committee of Stedin Holding
Stedin Netbeheer
NAM
Vattenfall
Pure Energie
Liander
Morgan Stanley
Liander
Utility Support Group (USG)
CBRE
Alliander
KP&P Africa
SmartestEnergy
Neptune Energy
Nogat and Noordgastransport
Firan
Chint Solar
Netbeheer Nederland
Ørsted
Braskem
Green & Durable Energy
Ampyr Solar Europe
Mitsui Bussan Gas and Power Solutions
Work highlights
- Advised Alliander on the divestment of Kenter to a consortium of APG and OMERS Infrastructure.
- Advised the consortium of investors APG and OMERS Infrastructure on the acquisition of Groendus, the provider of an energy transition platform in the Netherlands, from NPM.
- Advised NOGAT and Noordgastransport on the regulatory framework of repurposing and operating of offshore gas grid infrastructure for hydrogen.
Netherlands > Industry focus: Food Tier 1
Netherlands > Industry focus: healthcare and life sciences Tier 1
The team at Loyens & Loeff acts for a lucrative, varied client base of healthcare insurance, diagnostics, and pharma companies on an array of regulatory, corporate, and tax related matters. The group regularly represents clients in administrative proceedings involving alleged breaches of transparency laws within the healthcare procurement process. Tom van Helmond, Kim Lucassen, and Vincent van der Lans jointly head the practice. Lucassen is well known for her expansive expertise in data protection and cybersecurity, advising a number of biotech companies and research institutions, while van Helmond is noted for his vast knowledge of procurement and competition issues and van der Lans maintains a tax-focused practice that encompasses a range of financing transactions and M&A. Regulatory expert Dieuwke Hooft Graafland handles a broad range of healthcare disputes concerning insurance and financing, in addition to advising on joint ventures and corporate governance. Céline van Waesberge left the team in June 2023.Practice head(s):
Tom van Helmond; Kim Lucassen; Vincent van der Lans
Other key lawyers:
Marc Wiggers; Dieuwke Hooft Graafland; Aurélie Mingels; Hamza Zourakhti
Testimonials
‘Approachable, fast, excellent quality.’
‘Dieuwke Hooft Graafland is approachable, fast, delivers excellent quality, and is familiar with our company.’
‘The team excels in their expertise and willingness to help out.’
‘I work with Kim Lucassen on a regular basis, she has a very good knowledge of the life sciences sector. She is very pragmatic.’
‘Pleasant, knowledgeable, approachable, accessible and fast working team.’
Key clients
AstraZeneca
Zilveren Kruis
Unilabs
Bergman Clinics
Zorgverzekeraars Nederland
European Investment Bank
Forbion
VGZ
Hartwig Medical Foundation
Laurens
EQT
Menzis
Amstelland Hospital
Medtronic
Orpea
Galapagos
Work highlights
- Advised AstraZeneca on Dutch legal (including life sciences regulatory), employment, and tax matters in connection with the acquisition of Neogene Therapeutics Inc., a global clinical-stage biotechnology company which will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of AstraZeneca, with operations in Amsterdam and California.
- Represented Zilveren Kruis in landmark procedures concerning the so-called impediment criterion, a case which the client won.
- Assisted Unilabs Nederland B.V. with the acquisition of Laboratorium-Centrum voor Bedrijven (L.C.B.) and Atalmedial Holding B.V. from Stichting Atalmedial.
Netherlands > Industry focus: retail Tier 1
Netherlands > Investment funds Tier 1
The 'go to' investment funds practice at Loyens & Loeff is a collaboration of legal, tax and regulatory specialists advising its portfolio of well-known investment management clients on the full scope of matters. Key practitioners include tax expert Marco de LigniePractice head(s):
Joep Ottervanger
Other key lawyers:
Marco de Lignie; Robert Veenhoven; Vilmar Feenstra; Roderik Boogaard; Michael Maters
Testimonials
‘They offer best in class advice on PE fund structures. ’
‘Vilmar Feenstra is the true go-to person in his field and is a very important and trusted advisor to us.’
‘Marco de Lignie is, in our view, hands down the best tax lawyer in the Netherlands for investment funds. He is always responsive and delivers expert advice.’
‘A one of a kind team – the go-to in this market.’
‘Michael Maters knows the ins-and-outs of the law in this area. Marco de Lignie and his tax team always deliver! ’
‘The team is agile and very hands-on. They are well-rounded individuals and always knowledgeable and up-to-date on the latest developments. They are great individuals to have around.’
‘Vilmar Veenstra is very approachable and always willing to think with us constructively. He has a deep knowledge of the industry and is always up-to-date with the latest developments, particularly in relation to sustainable legislation coming from Europe.’
‘Robert Veenhoven is a fund structuring expert.’
Key clients
Active Capital Company
Avedon Capital Partners
Bencis No
DIF Capital Partners
Egeria No
EQT / Life Sciences
Forbion / BioGeneration Ventures
GEM Benelux
Gilde Healthcare
Karmijn Kapitaal
Main Capital Partners
Nimbus No
Nordian Capital Partners
Parcom Capital
Pride Capital Partners
Rivean Capital
SET Ventures
Stafford Capital Partners
Torqx Capital Partners
Waterland private Equity Investments
Work highlights
- Advised Bencis on the formation of a continuation fund for four portfolio companies with additional commitment for expansion and growth.
- Advised Forbion as tax and legal lead counsel and Dutch regulatory counsel on the formation and fundraising of Forbion Growth Opportunities Fund II with a hard cap of €600m and Forbion Ventures Fund VI with a hard cap of €750m, both well exceeding their original target size.
- Advised Rivean Capital as Dutch legal and tax lead counsel for its fund Rivean Special Opportunity Fund I a first single-asset continuation fund for the acquisition and further growth of Esdec Solar Group.
Netherlands > Private equity Tier 1
The ‘good and very knowledgeable’ private equity group at Loyens & Loeff harnesses considerable experience in the gamut of private equity matters. Its workload features assisting its roster of private equity firm clients on legal, tax and notarial aspects of high-value deals. Corporate specialist Roel Fluit and Antoinette van der Hauw who is adept at handling buy-side, sell-side and management participation matters, co-lead the team in place of experienced practitioner Harmen Holtrop who has now been promoted to the firm’s executive board, and Herman KaemingkPractice head(s):
Roel Fluit; Antoinette van der Hauw
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘A good and very knowledgeable team.’
‘Marco de Lignie is top-notch in the area of fiscal aspects of private equity funds, and Antoinette van der Hauw is very good, skilful and friendly but a tough negotiator too.’
‘Among the best tax lawyers in PE and M&A in the Netherlands.’
‘Very deal-oriented but also able to think outside the box to deliver the best outcomes. Available and committed, they understand perfectly our needs and are able to easily negotiate on our behalf with the adverse party.’
‘Wijnand is probably the most knowledgeable when it comes to corporate and M&A hotel acquisitions. Available and very reliable, he was an asset to the success of our acquisition in Amsterdam.’
Key clients
Main Capital Partners
Towerbrook Capital Partners
Egeria Capital Partners
EQT Partners AB
3i Group plc.
Rivean Capital
Gimv
Bregal Investments
Torqx Capital Partners
Bencis Capital Partners
Holland Capital
Work highlights
- Assisted Bencis Capital Partners in a large deal regarding their Bencis IV Continuation Fund.
- Advised Forbion Group Holding B.V., who entered into a definitive agreement to sell a minority equity interest to Affiliated Managers Group, Inc. (NYSE: AMG), a leading partner to independent investment management firms globally.
- Advised Wajer Yachts, a Dutch family business that builds luxury openday boats on the sale to Parcom, a private equity firm in the Netherlands.
Netherlands > Real estate Tier 1
The real estate practice at Loyens & Loeff is well known for its excellence in advising on the gamut of real estate issues. The team typically handles large projects and transactions and has increasingly been advising clients on ESG-related matters through improving sustainability of existing assets and ensuring new buildings are made with ESG in mind. The firm also handles large and small-scale acquisitions, and utilises its expertise in other areas such as energy, funds, securitisation and M&A to aid on multi-disciplinary mandates. Practice head Lonne RooseboomPractice head(s):
Lonne Rooseboom
Other key lawyers:
Wilfred Groen; Bram Linnartz; Jurriaan van der Stok; Marjolein van Bekhoven; Pauline Leegwater; Mila Plasmans
Testimonials
‘Loyens & Loeff has a multidisciplinary team that worked very well together with the seller and other sellers advisors in the team. They brought great support, attention and knowledge to the table based on specific knowledge of local law but also their experiences from prior transactions. This supported the successful negotiation and the contracting phase. ’
‘Diversity of the team is a great asset. The team works very hands on and fast. They have an entrepreneurial view. ’
‘The real estate team is very capable in real estate law due to qualified and experienced colleagues and has a lot of knowledge and expertise in market conformity due to the many legal cases. In addition, they use their colleagues for specialized knowledge for sub-topics (e.g. tax, notary, risk etc.) so that they can service clients with a total package of advisory. ’
‘I have worked with Loyens & Loeff for over a decade now. The attorneys there are knowledgeable, hardworking and attentive. They are very collaborative — we have always incorporated the Loyens & Loeff attorneys into our company’s transactional team for any given project and they fit and and contribute wonderfully. Loyens & Loeff is among my very few favorite firms worldwide. ’
‘Wilfred Groen is a consummate expert on Dutch real estate law and related areas. Wilfred always manages to find creative solutions to help us accomplish our goals. He also offers practical guidance and advice, and is able to explain even the most complex legal detail in a way that the non-lawyers on my company team can understand and be conversant with the issue.’
‘The teams (real estate notary & real estate financing) possesses a broad spectrum of expertise, ranging from residential transactions to intricate commercial real estate deals. This breadth ensures that no matter how specific or diverse a client’s requirement may be, it can be addressed under one roof. At Loyens & Loeff, there’s a strong emphasis on collaboration. This ensures that clients benefit from multiple perspectives, leading to comprehensive solutions.’
‘One of the standout qualities is their commitment to excellence. They’re not just about meeting expectations but exceeding them. This dedication is palpable in every interaction and every piece of work they undertake.’
Key clients
The Blackstone Group
ABN AMRO Bank N.V.
Rabobank
ING Bank
Goldman Sachs
M7 Real Estate
Merck Sharp & Dhome
Patrizia Immobilien AG
Union Asset Management
AXA REIM
Hannover Leasing
Primonial
Monarch Alternative Capital
Highbrook Investors
AB Sagax
Keppel
DHG Group
Heimstaden
KKR
Real I.S.
Somerset Real Estate
Fortress Investment Group
Savills IM
AEW Europe
Marathon Asset Management
PingProperties
Orange Capital Partners
Bol.com
Brookfield
Work highlights
- Advised AXA Real Estate Investment Management on the disposal of the logistic distribution centre locally known as DC I and DC II with a transaction value of €90,000,000.
- Advised Marathon MCAP Global Finance on the disposal of the World Port Center in Rotterdam to MEAG with a transaction value of €193,000,000.
- Advised easyHotel on the successful acquisition of the easyHotel Benelux portfolio from Xcentric Hotels, an affiliated business of Crossroads Real Estate.
Netherlands > Restructuring and insolvency Tier 1
Implementing composition plans through suspension of payment proceedings, advising on high-value bankruptcies and handling negotiations involving in high-stakes restructurings are all key areas of focus for the ‘top-notch’ restructuring and insolvency team at Loyens & Loeff, which is noted as going ‘above and beyond to deliver’. The team has a strong reputation for its abilities advising groups of creditors as well as groups of lenders in their best interests in various high-value restructuring scenarios, in both national and international contexts. Team head Vincent Vroom is noted as being ‘a leader in Dutch insolvency with broad corporate expertise’. Senior associates Joris Dunki Jacobs and Kim de Bruijn are key members of the cohort who specialise in related contentious and risk management work.Practice head(s):
Vincent Vroom
Other key lawyers:
Michael Scott; Kim de Bruijn; Joris Dunki Jacobs
Testimonials
‘One of the leading independent R&I practices in the Netherlands.’
‘Vincent Vroom and Kim de Bruijn are both excellent. Responsive, commercial, experienced, knowledgeable and detail-orientated.’
‘Loyens & Loeff has been a prime resource for us in the restructuring space – it is top-notch Dutch firm with broad expertise, and always one of our first ports of call for legal advice in the Netherlands.’
‘Vincent Vroom, who I have known for years, is a leader in Dutch insolvency with broad corporate expertise. He’s always available, and if he doesn’t have the answer to hand, he will find colleagues who do.’
‘User-friendly and responsive. Unlike many, they understand the needs of the clients and are willing to go above and beyond to deliver.’
‘Michael Scott is fantastic.’
Key clients
The Learning Network
Orpea S.A.
Glas Trust Corporation Limited (as security agent for IHC)
Scotch & Soda
Invacare corporation
Work highlights
- Advised an ad hoc group of financial creditors of the Steinhoff group on the group’s restructuring through WHOA proceedings.
- Advised an ad hoc group of financial creditors of the Frigoglass group on the group’s restructuring by means of Dutch share pledge enforcement with the Netherlands Commercial Court.
- Assisted an ad hoc group of lenders on the restructuring of the Lumileds group, which was implemented through US Chapter 11 proceeding.
Netherlands > Tax Tier 1
Loyens & Loeff is frequently engaged by clients facing tax challenges in multiple jurisdictions, with the firm offering expertise in tax regimes across the Benelux region and the Americas. The practice is split into eight subgroups, covering issues ranging from international tax planning and restructuring to transactional taxes and transfer pricing. Described as the ‘crème de la crème of Dutch tax lawyers’, Margriet Lukkien advises US-based clients on Dutch corporate taxes and BEPS matters, while Marco de LigniePractice head(s):
Margriet Lukkien; Marja de Best; Marco de Lignie; Gerard Blokland; Ynze van der Tempel; Jan Bart Schober; Louis Lutz
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The team is very responsive and client-oriented. They adapt to our needs for pragmatic and actionable advice instead of lengthy academic papers.’
‘The tax practice of Loyens & Loeff stands out for its expertise on the latest developments of international tax law, such as Pillar 2, BEPS, or other OECD and EU developments. Furthermore, they have a strong connection to the US market and great insight into what is going on there.’
‘Margriet Lukkien is among the crème de la crème of Dutch tax lawyers, really on top of it. When addressing a complex question, she has the right instincts from the start and is fast in delivering the final product.’
‘L&L thinks of us a valued client and acts proactively. They bring issues and risks to our attention and proactively advise on possible remedies.’
‘One of the most distinctive aspects of Loyens & Loeff’s NL team is its specialisation in international taxation. This sets the practice far above many others in the field. Their advice is not generic but customised to our needs.’
‘One aspect that truly differentiates Margriet Lukkien and her team is the ability to tailor solutions to our specific needs. They don’t just provide solutions for today, they consider the long-term impact of tax decisions on our financial health and growth of our company.’
‘Loyens & Loeff renders cutting edge services, taking into account the quickly changing dynamic of European tax law. The staff is reliable, takes accountability and is dedicated to its clients. They possess relevant knowledge and significant experience, resulting in feasible solutions.‘
Key clients
VodafoneZiggo
Eni
Waterland Private Equity Investments
ING
Simon Property Group
Stellantis N.V.
KPS Capital Partners
Crédit Suisse
Round Hill Capital
Hunter Douglas
Ahold Delhaize
Laced
Engie
DIF Capital partners
Bencis
Parcom
AXA REIM
Patrizia Immobilien AG
Somerset Real Estate
M7 Real Estate
EQT/Life Sciences
Work highlights
- Acted as Dutch tax counsel for the set-up of Simon Property Group’s strategic partnership with Jamestown.
- Advised The Social Hub (TSH) on its agreement with GIC and APG to acquire a substantial stake in TSH.
- Advised Alliander on the divestment of Kenter to the consortium of OMERS and APG.
Netherlands > Banking and finance: Borrower side Tier 2
With a comprehensive banking and finance team, Loyens & Loeff has in-depth experience of negotiating complex cross-border financial transactions for corporates and private equity firms. Headed by Kim Koops, the team offers a broad range of services to borrowers that encompasses loan agreements, refinancing matters, aircraft leasing, and acquisitions. Gianluca Kreuze is experienced in leveraged financing, while Ehsan Shirzadi and Ruben den Hollander are also names to note for their key contributions to the numerous high-value transactions handled by the firm.Practice head(s):
Kim Koops
Other key lawyers:
Gianluca Kreuze; Ehsan Shirzadi; Ruben den Hollander; Michelle Broere
Testimonials
‘The team is hands-on, pragmatic and focused on supporting the business. The capabilities of the team are reflected in their spot-on and pragmatic legal advice.’
‘The advanced technology ensures the team is fully focused on the legal matters and provides continuous assistance.’
‘Ehsan Shirzadi is capable of crystallising complex legal matters into straightforward language. He is an out-of-the-box thinker, pragmatic and cooperative. He also avoids lengthy and unnecessary discussions.’
‘Ehsan and his team have proven that during transactions they know when they need to be in the foreground and when in the background.’
Key clients
The Blackstone Group
Cable Connectivity Group
Northland Power
Navquiem (formerly De Poli Tankers)
Seadrill
Lider Aviciao
Highbrook Investors
Rivean Capital
Schroders Capital
Elliott Advisors (UK) Limited
easyHotel
Round Hill Capital LLC
EQT
M7 Real Estate Ltd.
AlpInvest Partners B.V.
Summit Partners LLP
BB Capital
Symphony Technology Group
Keensight Capital
Torqx Capital Partners
Netherlands > Banking and finance: Financial services regulatory Tier 2
Headed by Martijn Schoonewille, Loyens & Loeff is home to ‘an experienced team with a broad knowledge of Dutch and EU financial regulatory law’. The firm regularly acts for a range of financial institutions such as international and Dutch banks, insurance companies, investment and asset managers, and payment service providers. Wendy Pronk is well versed in regulations relating to financial supervision, anti-money laundering, and the fintech sector. The team, which also includes Kitty Lieverse and Roderik Boogaard, frequently advises on the various regulatory aspects of M&As, investigations by the Dutch financial authorities, and licensing.Practice head(s):
Martijn Schoonewille
Other key lawyers:
Roderik Boogaard; Kitty Lieverse; Wendy Pronk; Marit Bosselaar
Testimonials
‘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.’
Key clients
EQT AB
Willis Towers Watson
Wefunder
WeChat Pay
Aon
Banco Santander
APG Asset Management
Athlon
CA-CIB
Morgan Stanley
Work highlights
- Assisted EQT AB (and other group companies) on all financial regulatory issues and on obtaining the relevant regulatory approvals for the transaction resulting in control over the Baring group and its portfolio companies.
- Assisted Wefunder B.V. in obtaining the European crowdfunding licence for its European HQ.
Netherlands > Banking and finance: lender or arranger side Tier 2
Loyens & Loeff regularly advises major local and international banks on their lending transactions, including loan facilities, green loans, revolving credit facilities, and financing mandates within the shipping industry. Kim Koops leads the team and is known for his proficiency with handling secured lending matters, especially regarding real estate and acquisition finance. He is also recommended for acquisitions that involve European jurisdictions such as the UK, Switzerland, and Luxembourg. Gianluca Kreuze and Ehsan Shirzadi are also an integral part of the team, with in-depth experience of handling multifaceted financial transactions.Practice head(s):
Kim Koops
Other key lawyers:
Gianluca Kreuze; Ehsan Shirzadi; Ruben den Hollander; Sharita Willigenburg
Testimonials
‘The team is very competent and reliable. They are very helpful and hands on.’
Key clients
ABN AMRO Bank N.V.
Council of Europe Development Bank
European Investment Bank
Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB
MEAG MUNICH ERGO Asset Management GmbH
ING Bank
Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation
BNP Paribas
Berlin Hyp AG
DEUTSCHE BANK AG
Beechbrook Capital
Kroll Agency Services Limited
Coöperatieve Rabobank U.A.
Barclays Bank Plc
J.P. Morgan Securities LLC
Golub Capital
Netherlands > Capital markets: equity Tier 2
The ‘highly reliable’ equity capital markets practice at Loyens & Loeff has strong capabilities advising its client roster, which is formed of such well-known names as Ferrari and Goldman Sachs, on the array of high-value matters, including disposals, listings on Euronext, repurchases, and IPOs. Martijn Schoonewille has notable experience advising financial institutions on legal, financial and regulatory elements of key transactions, both domestically and internationally. Schoonewille is at the team’s helm alongside Michel Van Agt who has a particular focus on IPOs, M&A and private equity transactions. Counsel Menno Baks is a name to note.Practice head(s):
Martijn Schoonewille; Michel van Agt
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Highly reliable. They provide strong legal advice and perfect collaboration with the whole team.’
‘Menno Baks and Michel van Agt were the perfect fit to our team. We more than recommend these two with regard to their work ethic, provision of strong advice and very fair costs.’
Key clients
Heineken Holding
Ferrari
Holland Colours
Beter Bed
Vivendi/Bolore
Santander
Morgan Stanley
Crédit Agricole
Mondelez
Wallbox
Lucas Bols N.V.
Iconiq
Stellantis
Goldman Sachs
General Atlantic
Work highlights
- Advised Croma-Pharma GmbH (”Croma”) on its intended listing on Euronext Amsterdam via a business combination with European Healthcare Acquisition & Growth Company B.V.
- Advised Wallbox N.V. on the launch of an $100m ‘at-the-market’ equity offering programme, pursuant to which the company can efficiently raise additional equity capital.
- Advised Heineken Holding N.V. on the disposal by FEMSA of approximately €3.6bn in shares in the Heineken group.
Netherlands > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 2
At Loyens & Loeff, the 'committed' commercial, corporate and M&A team is co-led by Bastiaan Cornelisse, who handles reorganisations, restructurings, joint ventures and M&A, and corporate specialist Roel Fluit. Antoinette van der Hauw specialises in advising on private equity transactions and joint ventures, and Rob Schrooten assists with buy-out matters, and domestic and international M&A deals and joint ventures. Harmen Holtrop is a key practitioner to note.Practice head(s):
Bastiaan Cornelisse; Roel Fluit
Other key lawyers:
Rob Schrooten; Wijnand Meijer; Herman Kaemingk; Antoinette van der Hauw; Harmen Holtrop
Testimonials
‘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’
Key clients
Heineken Holding
DPG Media B.V.
EasyHotel
Buckaroo
Keensight Capital
Bnext
Opportunity Partners
Celanese
Willis Tower Watson
Jan Linders B.V.
AstraZeneca
Croma Pharma GmbH
Valtech
Work highlights
- Assisted Jan Linders B.V. with a strategic agreement with Albert Heijn.
- Advised easyHotel Limited on the successful acquisition of the easyHotel Benelux portfolio from Xcentric Hotels B.V., an affiliated business of Crossroads Real Estate.
- Advised AstraZeneca on the acquisition of Neogene Therapeutics Inc.
Netherlands > Data privacy and data protection Tier 2
Loyens & Loeff covers a notable range of data protection and privacy issues from representing clients in court before the Data Protection Authorities for data beaches to advising on the GDPR and other key topics such as the data issues concerning M&A deals, AI, e-health, and wearables. The firm combines its expertise from other practice areas to give fully rounded advice to clients in projects and are especially adept at handling the intersection of life sciences and healthcare with data privacy. Practice head Kim Lucassen is ‘highly experienced in all fields of privacy and data protection‘ and regularly advises on both contentious and non-contentious data issues. She is supported by Nina Orlić who assists tech and e-commerce companies with data compliance, data transfers, data infrastructure, and outsourcing. Céline Van Waesberge left the firm in May 2023.Practice head(s):
Kim Lucassen
Testimonials
‘Great diverse and collaborative team headed by the knowledgeable Kim Lucassen. Well organised and works efficiently. ’
‘Kim Lucassen is knowledgeable and highly experienced in all fields of privacy and data protection, from solid litigation advice to coordinating a global data breach. Great to work with. ’
‘Everyone I have worked with from Loyens & Loeff are always willing to assist with any possible problem and always trying the achieve the best possible outcome.’
‘I have worked closely with Nina Orlic and Kim Lucassen. I value their unique approach to every client and focus on understanding our individual issues.’
‘Kim Lucassen stands out. She is great to work with, and has excellent knowledge of privacy and pharmaceutical laws and is a fast and smart thinker. ’
‘Kim Lucassen stands out for her analytical skills, ability to grasp complex legal issues and high-quality and practical advice. Kim demonstrates a deep commitment to her clients and is always accessible, responsive, and willing to go the extra mile to ensure clients’ needs are met. Kim combines her knowledge on data protection with her valuable expertise on regulatory compliance, particularly in the health and life sciences industry.’
‘This is a wonderful team both from a knowledge perspective as in terms of pleasant cooperation and it has been for many years. The team is highly responsive and gives excellent advice. They are particularly experienced in transaction related privacy advice.’
‘Kim Lucassen is impressive. Highly knowledgeable on multiple areas of the law and a great people manager. Nina Orlic is an associate to watch. Quick thinker, analytic skills are far above average and very tech savvy.’
Key clients
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
Banco Santander S.A. / Santander Consumer Finance S.A.
Bol.com
Colosseum Dental Group
Jan Linders Supermarkten B.V.
Keensight Capital
Laced Europe Ltd
Pharmaceutical Research Associates Group B.V.
Stichting Hartwig Medical Foundation (HMF)
Tata Communications Netherlands B.V.
Work highlights
- Represented PRA NL in a dispute concerning the ownership of personal data under Dutch law, focusing on trial-related documents and the GDPR.
- Advised Laced on a range of subjects, including privacy and data protection, including the establishment of a setup for its European expansion ensuring its terms and conditions complied with relevant European and Dutch consumer laws and GDPR.
- Advising Banco Santander on a regular basis on data protection related matters, including a dispute concerning a negative credit registration and the right to be forgotten.
Netherlands > Dispute resolution: Commercial litigation Tier 2
Loyens & Loeff is regularly sought out by clients within the financial sector for its expertise in high-profile corporate and financial litigation, including cases that involve major financial interests and class actions. Sidney Berendsen co-leads the practice and specialises in corporate disputes related to M&A transactions, shareholder conflicts, and supervisor liability. Co-head Bastiaan Kemp, who was promoted to partner in January 2023, focuses on multi-jurisdictional litigation and corporate governance cases (and also has experience sitting as an arbitrator). Insurance and liability expert Merel van Asch, Marit Bosselaar, and Abdel Attaïbi are also key to the team.Practice head(s):
Sidney Berendsen; Bastiaan Kemp
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The Loyens & Loeff team combines a pragmatic and commercially astute approach with in-depth understanding of Dutch law. They are responsive and client-focused.’
‘Bastiaan Kemp is particularly responsive and helpful.’
‘Merel van Asch is intelligent, hands on and does a good job.’
‘We worked with Bastiaan Kemp for well over a year and were continually impressed by him. He is extremely dedicated, talented, and has an excellent team of junior lawyers. He is well versed in all important aspects of Dutch company law and we can rely on him to deliver high-quality work product in short timelines.’
‘Bastiaan Kemp is among the best in Europe. Clever, tactically excellent and lovely to work with. He is extremely knowledgeable and commercial, often finding a compromise or commercial way forward where others put up roadblocks. Highly recommend.’
‘Marit Bosselaar is clever and stands out from her peers.’
‘The Loyens & Loeff disputes team has proven a very pleasant team to work with. Dedicated, thorough legal insights and open to other views.’
‘Diverse knowledge, client focused and pragmatic.’
Key clients
A former CEO of Airbus
ICAP plc and ICAP Europe Ltd
Avenue Asset Management S.à r.l.
Stichting Pensioenfonds Rail & Openbaar Vervoer
Heineken Holding N.V.
Ernst & Young Auditores Independentes S.S. (EY Brazil)
Pharmaceutical Research Associates Group B.V.
PlantLab
VvE ‘t Loon
Work highlights
- Acting for the former CEO of Airbus SE in a class action suit brought against it by Stichting Investor Loss Compensation, seeking compensation for alleged inflated share prices purported to have resulted from late or misleading disclosure of alleged fraud to the market.
- Defending ICAP plc and ICAP Europe Ltd in a class action suit brought against four international banks and ICAP in its role as a broker concerning the alleged manipulation of interest rate benchmarks.
- Representing Ernst & Young Auditores Independentes S.S. in litigation against Chinese state-owned company COFCO, concerning EY’s audit of the financial statements of trading house Nidera, prior to its acquisition by COFCO.
Netherlands > Employment Tier 2
Loyens & Loeff advises on both national and international employment law issues, with a particular focus on cases involving the Benelux and Sweden. The employment practice handles numerous restructuring and collective dismissal cases, as well as collective pensions litigation. The firm mainly acts for international companies in a variety of sectors, including automotive, financial services, and private equity. Team head Klaas Wiersma has over 20 years of experience in employment law and leads the advice on the employment aspects of M&A deals, co-determination, restructurings and collective dismissals. Hermine Voûte specialises in the dismissal of managing directors and other high-level management. Youssef el Harchaoui focuses on the employment issues involved in M&A deals and restructurings.Practice head(s):
Klaas Wiersma
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Klaas Wiersma is always available, knows exactly when I need something dealt with urgently and he always comes up with very practical advice. I respect him for his confidence during tough calls and what I like is that he also gives me confidence- working together is really a collaboration and a learning opportunity for me.’
‘Loyens & Loeff is an excellent firm with many legal disciplines. This breadth of professional knowledge is very functional in a case with multiple legal aspects. The lawyers can thus function as each other’s back office. Collaboration with the team is extremely pleasant. The team is very flexible and they step in for each other, ensuring 24/7 availability. They are flexible in their working methods: at their office, on location with us, via Teams and Whats App, email and by telephone. The team operates in a very client-friendly manner – our interests are always central.’
‘Klaas Wiersma is an excellent lawyer, with highly developed social and empathetic skills. He is businesslike, but always knows how to find the right balance between business and personal interests. That’s a nice combination. In short, a top lawyer and top advisor!’
‘I was referred to Klaas Wiersma and he very much lived up to his reputation as one of the outstanding lawyers in the field of Dutch labour law in general and settlement agreements in particular. I was impressed by his expertise, the upper-hand position he was continuously able to attain within the negotiations and his ability to define the right related tactics. Personally I was very satisfied with the result he achieved.’
‘Extremely responsive, inside and outside business hours. Strong employment law expertise, balancing compliance with pragmatic and business-enabling advice. A partnership, rather than a service. Klaas Wiersma is excellent and I really appreciate working with him. I have known him for many years and Klaas and his team provide excellent support.’
‘Youssef el Harchaoui is an incredibly talented and competent lawyer who provides top-notch advice in difficult situations.’
‘Loyens & Loeff combines expertise in labour law, tax law and corporate law under one roof and – this is important – works as a team. Our go-to advisor for practical solutions and advice on complex matters.’
‘Youssef el Harchaoui is at the top of his game, tapping into a wealth of hands-on experience which enables him to provide clients with solid and practical advice and solutions in real time. He is very responsive.’
Key clients
Aegon
Bloomberg
BMW
Bol.com
Carrefour
EQT
EY
Givaudan
JP Morgan
Vivendi
Work highlights
- Advising on the employment issues involved in the sale, resale and rebranding of a large number of Jan Linders supermarkets into Albert Heijn stores, including negotiations with the trade union, and preparing and attending several extensive meetings with the works council.
- Represented Euronext in litigation before the Supreme Court relating to compliance with indexation rules in the pensions agreement, insofar as these rules provide for an increase (indexation) of the pension entitlements and pension rights after leaving employment and insofar as these rules applied until 2014.
- Represented the former management team of the Dutch House of Representatives (five members) in their request for an internal investigation, and later, in their resignation and the negotiations of a package as they could no longer take responsibility for an organisation which was not able to ensure the safety of its employees.
Netherlands > EU and competition Tier 2
The EU and competition offering at Loyens & Loeff is considered ‘professional and pragmatic’ by its clients. The team is well-equipped to advise, particularly financial service, healthcare, lifescience and tech companies on the array of complex and consistently high-value matters, including those regarding merger controls, proposed acquisitions, and strategic partnerships. Competition specialist and ‘excellent lawyer in his field’ Marc Wiggers leads on many of the team’s most prominent matters, whilst experienced ‘super specialist’ counsel Marc Custers has particular expertise advising both national and international clients on state aid matters in particular; the pair oversee the practice. Former co-lead Gert-Wim van de Meent retired from practice in January 2023.Practice head(s):
Marc Wiggers; Marc Custers
Other key lawyers:
Robin Struijlaart; Boyd Wolfers; Robert Fröger
Testimonials
‘The team takes a very considered and practical approach – they are thorough in the problem analysis phase and very professional and pragmatic.’
‘Marc Wiggers and Robin Struijlaart did an excellent job in advising us. We valued the pragmatic approach and well-thought-out strategy.’
‘The L&L team is very easy to work with. They provide open and clear communication towards their customer and the other side; they have a pro-active approach and identify and mitigate potential risks before they become an issue, and a willingness to invest in the customer relationship.’
‘Unlike most lawyers, L&L thinks in the long-run and invests time into getting to know their clients and listening to their concerns. Robin Struijlaart in particular went above and beyond to understand the business we are in and to explain to us EU competition law. By asking the correct questions, he assisted us in finding the way to reach our objective as closely as possible.’
‘Marc Custers is a super specialist who doesn’t lose sight of the practical applications of his knowledge. He is easy to work with, accessible and very hands on.’
‘Marc Wiggers is outstanding – an excellent lawyer in his field who is very dedicated, with supreme client care. Marc seems to be ahead of the game in respect of FDI implementation in the Netherlands. He manages his team very well, never fails to be up to speed about their work.’
‘Marc Wiggers delivers what he promises, and he actively seeks feedback in the course of a transaction. Very pleasant, a straight-shooter, no-nonsense and always focused.’
‘Boyd Wolfers is the rising star.’
Key clients
Banco Santander
Morgan Stanley
DPG Media
bol.com (Ahold-Delhaize)
BNP Paribas
DIF
Lightspeed
Vivat
Sun Chemical
Equinor
Aon
Medtronic
Phoenix/Brocacef
Jan Linders
Vesa
NOGAT
NGT
Zilveren Kruis
Zorgverzekeraars Nederland
Unilabs Novartis
AXA Real Estate
BNext.nl
DFDS
MSD
Lekkerland
Neptune Energy
3i
Amlon
Rendac/Darling Ingredients
Orpea
Cabooter Rail Cargo
CZ
TEVA
AAC
Coolblue
ABN AMRO Participaties
Egeria
Active Capital Company
Standard Investment
Espria
CleanLease
BMI Group/Monier
De Hoop Terneuzen
Van Nieuwpoort Groep
PLUS Retail
VGZ
Menzis
Alliander
Torqx
Sai Global
Westmont Hospitality
Klöckner
Wessanen
Yara
Carlyle
Aurora
Provast
Work highlights
- Assisting Santander with a European Commission merger control notification in respect of a full function joint venture that will be set-up together with Ethias, subject to merger control clearance.
- Advising supermarket chain Jan Linders in relation to the competition aspects of its strategic partnership with its competitor Albert Heijn (AholdDelhaize), which includes a franchise branding as Albert Heijn supermarkets of all Jan Linders outlets.
- Advised TPG, Inc. in relation to the Dutch merger control aspects of its proposed acquisition of Angelo Gordon Group and has submitted on its behalf a merger control filing with the Authority for Consumers and Markets in the Netherlands.
Netherlands > Industry focus: Information technology Tier 2
Loyens & Loeff’s ‘highly professional’ TMT team, part of the firm’s litigation and risk management department led by Vincent Vroom, advises clients in outsourcing, IT disentanglements, data migration and complying with new European legislation. Pjotr Heemskerk, directing the TMT division, specialises in litigation, negotiating commercial contracts and advising on intellectual property, licenses, e-commerce and emerging technologies. Yannick Geryszewski contributes his expertise in IT M&A transactions, encompassing aspects like data migration, software licensing, transactional service agreements and IT outsourcing.Practice head(s):
Vincent Vroom; Pjotr Heemskerk
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The team is highly professional, works very efficiently and systematically and provides high-quality services.’
‘The individuals are skilled within their own area of expertise and work in a very responsive way with their clients.’
‘Yannick Geryszewski is a very knowledgeable, proactive and pragmatic attorney. He is quickly up to speed in complex matters and great to work with.’
‘Pjotr Heemskerk and Yannick Geryszewski are fast-thinking, knowledgeable and quick to respond. Pjotr Heemskerk cannot be beaten when it comes to knowledge of contract law and intellectual property law, and Yannick Geryszewski is about to take over the Dutch IT law market.’
‘Loyens & Loeff’s IT team is exceptional. In an age where technology and data are central to any business, Loyens & Loeff’s IT team has truly commendable capabilities of navigating intricate contractual negotiations, complex M&A and challenging litigations.’
‘Yannick Geryszewski will always allocate his deep knowledge of IT law to your business’ unique needs. Pjotr Heemskerk’s knowledge and experience in IT law is unparalleled.’
‘Pjotr Heemskerk has the knowledge and analytical skills needed to advise and negotiate.’
Key clients
bol.com
Oracle
Willis Towers Watson
Kakao
Moonalpha
Torqx Capital Partners
Bregal Unternehmerkapital
Gilde Healthcare
MPG eyewear
DPG Media
Alliander
Laced
Yara
AnQore
JINC
Arriva
Work highlights
- Advising Oracle on various IT matters.
- Assisting Moonalpha in Dutch court proceedings related to Bitcoin accounts.
- Advising Alliander on the divestment of Kenter to the consortium of OMERS and APG.
Netherlands > Insurance Tier 2
Loyens & Loeff distinguishes itself with its strong policyholder practice, with the team advising on both litigation tied to insurance and financial regulatory matters. On the insurance front, the group assists clients from the Netherlands and abroad with business and professional liability, D&O and W&I breaches. Leading the team is Merel van Asch, who is frequently instructed on coverage disputes and those tied to intermediary duties of care. Rens Markus advises corporates on D&O and W&I coverage disputes, in addition to product liability matters. Rutger Noordermeer specialises in claims against insurance brokers and intermediaries.Practice head(s):
Merel van Asch
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The legal competence of the team is at a superb level, and the team understands the business and the needs of the client very well.’
‘Merel van Asch is intelligent, hands-on and does a good job.’
‘Experience in international insurance arbitration.’
‘Merel van Asch and Rens Markus are both excellent lawyers and provide a great service.’
Key clients
Aon
Perkins Coie LLP
Zilveren Kruis
VVE ‘t Loon
Arriva
Burns Bowen Bair
One Underwriting
Baker Tilly N.V.
YCH Holding Cooperatief U.A.
Covington & Burling
Achmea
VGZ/Univé
Aegon N.V.
BNP Paribas Cardif
AXA
Work highlights
- Represented a Fortune 500 technology company as policyholder regarding a coverage claim under its Dutch law property damage and business interruption insurance.
- Acted for a financial institution as policyholder in arbitration proceedings regarding a EUR 250m coverage claim under a professional liability insurance policy.
- Represented a multinational automotive company as policyholder in arbitration proceedings regarding a $20m coverage claim under a Dutch law D&O liability insurance policy with a total insured amount of EUR 280m in connection with a class action that took place in the United States.
Netherlands > Transport Tier 2
Led by Ehsan Shirzadi, the transportation finance division at Loyens & Loeff is particularly skilled in ship finance, offering comprehensive support to banks, ship owners, and operators in financing various types of vessels. As a key member of the firm’s banking and finance team, Shirzadi’s transportation finance practice includes general secured financing transactions.Practice head(s):
Ehsan Shirzadi
Key clients
ING Bank N.V.
ABN AMRO Bank N.V.
Coöperatieve Rabobank U.A.
Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation
LCI (Lease Corporation International) Aviation
De Poli Tankers Holding B.V.
Arklow Shipping UC
MEAG MUNICH ERGO Asset Management GmbH
Vertom UCS Holding B.V.
Chemship
Maritime Partners LLC
Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB
Work highlights
Netherlands > Capital markets: debt Tier 3
The debt capital markets team at Loyens & Loeff is co-led by Martijn Schoonewille, who is equipped to advise on the legal and financial regulatory elements of their transactions and businesses, and debt and equity specialist Michel Van Agt. The team assists its array of clients on such matters as high-value notes issuances, and in the more general management of their debt positions. Its caseload often involves multiple jurisdictions.Practice head(s):
Martijn Schoonewille; Michel van Agt
Testimonials
‘Proactive and efficient.’
‘An effective and fast team.’
Key clients
Ferrari
Mondelez
Stellantis
Owens Illinois (OI European Group B.V.)
Givaudan
Alcon/Alcon Finance BV
Sensata
Celanese
Infopro Group
Merrill Lynch
Work highlights
- Assisted Mondelez International Inc. with its 2022 notes issuance which consisted of $500m 4.250% notes due 2025 issued by Mondelez International Holdings Netherlands B.V. and guaranteed by Mondelez International Inc.
- Assisted OI European Group B.V. on a tender offer and private issuance of €600m aggregate principal amount of senior notes due 2028.
- Assisted Infopro Group on a public issuance by IPD 3 B.V. of €975m aggregate principal amount of senior secured notes due 2028, consisting of €500m 8% senior secured notes and €475m senior secured floating rate notes.
Netherlands > Dispute resolution: arbitration Tier 3
Loyens & Loeff is sought out by clients for its skill in the enforcement of arbitral awards and set-aside matters, which often have a focus on international and cross-border issues. Tom Claassens leads the practice and is an expert in arbitration proceedings and proceedings before the Dutch state courts and the courts of the Netherlands Antilles. Recently promoted partner Bastiaan Kemp handles post-M&A arbitration proceedings, while Melle Boevink advises on both corporate and commercial disputes. Eva Slabbers is also noted.Practice head(s):
Tom Claassens
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘We have seen the team in a number of large landmark cases. The team is well versed in the more difficult arbitration issues, both commercial and investment cases.’
‘Tom Claassens is always a pleasure to work with – not only smart and eloquent but also a really nice guy.’
‘The Loyens & Loeff arbitration and litigation team is excellent. The team is diligent, knowledgeable and very approachable and responsive. The team is definitely top notch.’
‘Tom Claassens and Melle Boevink are key. They are both excellent, responsive and pleasant to work with.’
‘Very strong and knowledgeable team that works hard and delivers results for clients. Excellent international focus and depth of understanding of complex issues of Dutch and international law. Client-focused and timely legal advice at a very competitive price.’
‘Tom Claassens has broad experience of appearing before arbitral tribunals. Tom is a true leader, who at the same time offers a very personal approach to each client and every case. Tom is excellent both in his written submissions and on his feet before the court.’
‘Melle Boevink is an extremely talented lawyer with a great ability to resolve complex factual and legal matters. Melle’s client skills are outstanding – he is very easy to work with and always listens to the client.’
Key clients
The former majority shareholders of Yukos Oil
Sovereign Wealth Fund Samruk-Kazyna JSC
San Miguel Holding Corp.
Republic of Mongolia
Energia Costa Azul (Sempra Energy)
The heirs of the last Sultan of Sulu
Work highlights
- Representing the former majority shareholders of Yukos Oil in the enforcement of the arbitral awards rendered against the Russian Federation for claims amounting to over USD 50 billion in relation to the unlawful expropriation of their investment in Yukos Oil.
- Representing the heirs of the last Sultan of Sulu in the high-profile recognition and enforcement of their USD 15 billion arbitral award against the State of Malaysia.
- Representing Samruk-Kazyna JS in a case against Anatolie Stati, Gabriel Stati, Ascom Group S.A. and Terra Raf Trans Traiding Ltd. regarding the recognition and enforcement of a USD 500 million arbitral award against Kazakhstan.
Netherlands > Environment and planning Tier 3
The Rotterdam-based environment and planning practice at Loyens & Loeff is led by Guido Koop, who is supported by key practitioner Jan De Heer; both are regarded as ‘great sparring partners’ by clients. The team's advice ranges from topics such as the introduction of recycling systems to assisting with acquisitions and developments of significant projects. It also frequently handles compliance-related work.Practice head(s):
Guido Koop
Other key lawyers:
Jan de Heer
Testimonials
‘I really value their legal counselling and the way we work with each other.’
‘Guido Koop and Jan de Heer are great sparring partners for us.’
‘The Loyens team showed great perseverance during the time we worked with them. They displayed ingenuity and creativity, which simply could not be matched by the opposing party.’
‘Needless to say, Loyens was invaluable to us.’
‘We had to navigate lots of uncertainties due to legislation that is still under development in our case. The insights provided by Loyens helped our company to take solid decisions and negotiate the best possible outcome for both parties.’
‘Guido Koop proved to be of great value to the project. Guido demonstrated immense in-depth knowledge on both local and national cases and was able to translate these insights to practical solutions that were beneficial to all parties involved.’
Key clients
Cargill
Jan Linders Supermarkets
The Blackstone Group
Flow Real Estate
bol.com
VORM Development
Goldman Sachs International
Provast Development
AXA
AEW
Liander
BPD
Pure Energie
Rijnmond Power Holding
Merin
Work highlights
- Represented an ad-hoc consortium of the largest Dutch supermarkets successfully in interim relief proceedings in relation to the introduction of a recycling system for drinks cans.
- Advising an international aerospace company on and assisting with discussions and enforcement procedures with national authorities regarding compliance in relation to the import of certain gases.
- Advised VORM on several major projects, including the acquisition and redevelopment of the former Unilever factory site in Rotterdam, as well as on the development of a skyline defining 170m residential building in Rotterdam.
Netherlands > Fintech Tier 3
At Loyens & Loeff, the team has a solid track record in handling fintech-related fund raisings, acquisitions, sales and licensing matters. The group is also adept at assisting cross-border crowdfunding platforms on compliance issues relating to the European Crowdfunding Service Providers Regulation (ECSPR). The practice is led by the triumvirate of Martijn Schoonewille, Kim Lucassen and Marc Wiggers. At senior associate level, Wendy Pronk is a name to note.Practice head(s):
Martijn Schoonewille; Kim Lucassen; Marc Wiggers
Other key lawyers:
Wendy Pronk; Pepijn Pinkse
Key clients
Ava Labs, Inc.
KEB Hana Bank
Barclays
D2X
Goldman Sachs
WeChat Pay
Unigestion
Work highlights
- Acted as Dutch counsel to GTCR on the regulatory aspects of its acquisition of a majority stake in Worldpay.
- Assisted Fourthline with the financial regulatory aspects of a €50m fund raise and shareholder restructurings.
- Assisted Wefunder with obtaining a license as a crowdfunding service provider under the European Crowdfunding Service Providers Regulation (ECSPR).
Netherlands > Fraud and white-collar crime Tier 3
The team at Loyens & Loeff regularly advises on corporate investigations, compliance, and enforcement matters. Among other industries, the firm provides a comprehensive service to clients operating in the energy and financial sectors. The team is headed by Marleen Velthuis, who joined the firm in March 2023 from NautaDutilh. She is experienced at handling criminal investigations into sanction violations, money laundering, and environmental offences. Hamasa Osmani is a further standout member of the practice who advises both Dutch and multinational companies on the implementation of compliance programs to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements.Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Marleen Velthuis moved earlier this year from NautaDutilh to Loyens & Loeff. She is an experienced and enthusiastic lawyer.’
‘Loyens & Loeff recently expanded its corporate investigations, compliance & defence team as well as their corporate criminal defence team in the Netherlands. Among others, they attracted Marleen Velthuis as counsel bringing in broad expertise in the field of corporate criminal law. This will allow them to keep handling high-profile cases.’
‘Loyens & Loeff is very service-minded and they also keep track of the latest developments in the specific fields of expertise.’
‘Marleen Velthuis is a very experienced lawyer with broad experience after working at Stibbe and NautaDutilh. Marleen has specialist expertise in environmental criminal law, which also shows from her publications in that field. She is also a board member of the Environmental Law Association and she leads the Dutch chapter of the Women’s White Collar Defense Association.’
‘Marleen has a pragmatic way of working and it is always pleasant to work with her.’
Work highlights
Netherlands > Industry focus: telecoms Tier 3
Under the guidance of Kim Lucassen, Loyens & Loeff’s telecoms group ‘delivers quality legal advice’ and extensive regulatory knowledge covering communication, mobile services, information networks, and VOIP, as well as emergency calling, data retention, and interception obligations. The firm also offers considerable experience in providing contentious and non-contentious support to diverse telecom sector companies.Practice head(s):
Kim Lucassen
Other key lawyers:
Nina Orlić
Testimonials
‘Loyens & Loeff delivers quality legal advice. They were able to highlight complex topics in a way that helped us develop compliant processes with very little internal knowledge on the risks and consequences.’
‘Great team, responsive and good quality.’
‘Kim Lucassen is on the top of the law, very responsive and helpful.’
Key clients
Goldman Sachs/Morgan Stanley
Interxion Holding N.V.
Jaguar Land Rover
Liberty Global Europe Holding B.V.
Liberty Global plc
Orange S.A.
Tata Communications Netherlands B.V.
Universal Music Group
Work highlights
- Served as Dutch tax advisor for Liberty Global during their acquisition of a stake in Vodafone Group PLC.
- Provided Dutch legal counsel to Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley, who are the structuring agents for the long-term, open-ended share repurchase program of Prosus and Naspers.
Netherlands > Construction
Loyens & Loeff > Firm Profile
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Loyens & Loeff Welcomes Lieselot Oosterkamp to Executive Board
7th January 2025 Loyens & Loeff is pleased to announce the appointment of Lieselot Oosterkamp to its Executive Board, effective 1 January 2025. She will join Harmen Holtrop, Managing Partner, and Roderik Beckers, Senior Partner.Loyens & Loeff appoints five new partners this year
2nd January 2025 During the annual shareholders meeting on 13 December 2024, Stéphanie De Smedt, Youssef el Harchaoui, Pierre-Antoine Klethi, Michaël Maters, and Victor van Nuland were appointed partners, effective 1 January 2025.Loyens & Loeff appoints four new partners
3rd January 2024 Leading Law & Tax Firm Loyens & Loeff has appointed four new partners effective 1 January 2024. Menno Baks, Noémi Gémesi, Tjebbe Gerverdinck en Pleuni Visser were appointed as new equity partners at the shareholder meeting on 15 December 2023.Loyens & Loeff Belgium is delighted to announce the promotion of Julien Lecler as a Partner as of 1 July 2023
7th July 2023 As a member of the Real Estate practice group active both in our Brussels and Luxembourg office, Julien Lecler has developed extensive knowledge and experience in all aspects of real estate law,Legal Briefings
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Luxembourg SIFs: the investment vehicle of choice to structure third-party funding activities
Basic principles of third-party funding Over the past 30 years, third-party dispute funding has experienced an exponential growth in civil and common law jurisdictions. As the common law doctrines of maintenance and champerty were softened or even abolished (most often in the context of international arbitration proceedings), third-party funding became a viable option for companies … -
Post-Brexit recognition of English insolvency judgments in Luxembourg and its effects on European restructurings
European distressed debtors and creditors face uncertainty regarding English law-governed debt and, more generally, their overall restructuring strategy. This uncertainty arises against the backdrop of the UK’s imminent departure from the EU, the Covid-19 pandemic and turbulent markets. Many major out-of-court or in-court European debt restructurings use English law governed loan debt and Luxembourg-based debtors, … -
New tax treaty between Luxembourg and UK likely to take effect from 2024 onwards
Luxembourg and the United Kingdom signed a new tax treaty in June 2022 which revises the terms under which both contracting states may exercise their taxing rights. The new treaty differs from its predecessor, which has been in place since 1968, in that it expands its scope of application to Luxembourg collective investment vehicles, it …
Comparative Guides
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The Netherlands: Lending & Secured Finance
Published: March 2024
Authors: Michelle BroereKim Koops
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Lending & Secured Finance laws and regulations applicable in The Netherlands.
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Luxembourg: Enforcement of Judgments in Civil and Commercial Matters
Published: September 2024
Authors: Véronique HoffeldOlivier Marquais Ambre Riley
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Enforcement of Judgments in Civil and Commercial Matters laws and regulations applicable in Luxembourg.
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The Netherlands: Corporate Governance
Published: March 2024
Authors: Bastiaan CornelisseBastiaan KempEline Viersen Philippe Hezer
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Corporate Governance laws and regulations applicable in The Netherlands.
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Belgium: Data Protection & Cybersecurity
Published: April 2024
Authors: Stéphanie de Smedt Bram Goetry Virginie de France The authors would like to thank Hugo Nieuwenhuyse and Louise Verschueren for their valuable contributions to this chapter.
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Data Protection & Cybersecurity laws and regulations applicable in Belgium.
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The Netherlands: Employee Incentives
Published: January 2024
Authors: Jan Bart SchoberChaima Chaoui Martijn SchoonewilleMaureen te PoelNina Orlic
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Employee Incentives laws and regulations applicable in The Netherlands.
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Luxembourg: Employment and Labour Law
Published: March 2024
Authors: Sabrina MartinAnis Bendimred
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Employment and Labour laws and regulations applicable in Luxembourg.
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The Netherlands: Alternative Investment Funds
Published: September 2024
Authors: Joep OttervangerRoderik BoogaardRobert VeenhovenSebastiaan Verkerk
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Alternative Investment Funds laws and regulations applicable in The Netherlands.
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Luxembourg: Private Equity
Published: January 2025
Authors: Ana Nicoleta AndreianaKheira MebrekAnne Labroca
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Private Equity laws and regulations applicable in Luxembourg.
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The Netherlands: Private Equity
Published: January 2025
Authors: Roel FluitGianluca Kreuze
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Private Equity laws and regulations applicable in The Netherlands.
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Belgium: Private Equity
Published: January 2025
Authors: Robrecht CoppensMathias HendrickxCéline De Vuyst
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Private Equity laws and regulations applicable in Belgium.
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Belgium: Private Client
Published: January 2025
Authors: Saskia Lust Malou Florquin
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Private Client laws and regulations applicable in Belgium.
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Private Equity and ESG in Switzerland: A Lasting Union
Published: January 2025
Authors: Nicolas Wehrli
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