Wijn & Stael Advocaten N.V.

Restructuring and Insolvency, Financing, securities & leasing

Partner

Robert van Faassen has worked at Wijn & Stael since 2010 and focuses his practice on bankruptcy law, restructuring, corporate law and financing. He is regularly appointed as trustee in bankruptcy cases and also assists other trustees in legal investigations and the settlement of large bankruptcy claims. Robert also counsels companies and directors on issues relating to bankruptcy, restructuring or financing.

Deliberative and Respectful Robert is a solid attorney and trustee, who handles bankruptcies in a decisive and efficient manner. “I enjoy being the hub and being responsible for settling a bankruptcy - with respect for the interests of all parties involved - in the best possible way. It’s also energizing to help bankrupt companies, which are fundamentally healthy, make a fresh start within a few weeks.” Even in advisory cases, Robert advocates for his client’s interests and operates in a deliberative and efficient manner.

Wealth of Experience Over the past ten years, Robert has gained a wealth of experience in all kinds of bankruptcies, moratoriums and offering creditor agreements.

Member Nederlandse Vereniging voor herstructurering Member INSOLAD Board member of business association, Fluwelen Handvat Member Insol Europe Member Dutch Turnaround Association Book author on restructuring expert in the WHOA (Ars Aequi Cahiers), expecting end of 2025/begin 2026.

WHOA restructuring expert, specialist program, 2021, University of Leiden Financial Economics for Insolvency Lawyers, specialist program, 2020, Erasmus University Insolvency Law, specialist program, 2018, Grotius Academy Dutch Law, Private and Business Law, 2010, University of Groningen