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Stadionweg 137
1077 SL Amsterdam
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BJTK > The Legal 500 Rankings
Netherlands > Energy Tier 3
The energy practice formed of ‘very skilled legal professionals’ at BJTK is experienced advising its clients in both regulatory and transactional capacities and is overseen by the ‘hands-on and pragmatic’ Rutger Jansen. Renewable energy-related projects are a key focus of the team, and an area of expertise of Inge Timmerman. The firm's work portfolio includes advice on all aspects of significant project developments and acquisitions.Practice head(s):
Rutger Jansen
Other key lawyers:
Lisa Eggers; Inge Timmerman; Rob van den Sigtenhorst
Testimonials
‘Rutger and his team are very skilled legal professionals who are easy to work with and have exceptional knowledge about the development of renewable energy projects.’
‘BJTK has a thorough knowledge of the renewable energy market and can deliver high-quality work with fair fees.’
‘Inge Timmerman is very dedicated and has practical solutions for complex legal problems.’
‘BJTK is a very good firm that excels in providing pragmatic advice and good industry knowledge. We are happy with the assistance provided by BJTK and would certainly engage them in the future.’
‘Lisa Eggers and Rutger Jansen were easy to work with. Both are creative in finding solutions.’
‘They work well as a team, which is great from a client’s perspective.’
‘They have a good network and are a team of very knowledgeable lawyers you can rely on.’
‘Rutger Jansen has a good understanding of the energy and M&A industries in general. He is also hands-on, pragmatic, and thinks ahead with the business.’
Key clients
Bio Energy Netherlands
BayWa r.e.
Biofuel Groningen
Blix Renewable Energy
Carbon Equity
CEE Group
Cooll Sustainable Energy Solutions
Energiefonds Overrijssel
Energy Solutions Group
ENGIE
GroenLeven
OrangeGas
Madoqua
NOP Agrowind
Patronale Life
Patronale Solar
Power2X
Purple Sustainability Holding
Tion Renewables
Windpark Scheldewind
Zonnewei De Raak
Work highlights
- Advised Power2X on the acquisition of a majority stake in Power2X by CPP Investments.
- Advised CEE Group on the acquisition of an 82MW Dutch solar park portfolio from Chint Solar Europe and the project financing of such 82MW Dutch solar park portfolio.
- Advised Power2X on the regulatory aspects in respect of the transportation and storage of the hydrogen produced by its facilities.
Netherlands > Private equity Tier 3
BJTK‘s private equity practice is noted for its ‘hands-on approach, great vision and reachability’ as well as for its provision of an ‘impeccable service’. Commercial, corporate and M&A specialist Evert van der Kaa bolstered the team with his arrival from Clifford Chance in September 2022. The team is experienced advising its clients on high-value sale, acquisition, investment and funding matters of considerable value and often in cross-border contexts. Its client list features key names in the developing sector of AI. ‘Wonderful partner’ Quirijn Biesheuvel, the ‘highly talented’ Wouter Brugma and the ‘highly recommended’ Suzanne Beijersbergen are at the helm.Practice head(s):
Quirijn Biesheuvel; Wouter Brugma; Suzanne Beijersbergen
Other key lawyers:
Rutger Jansen; Babette Waltman; Rob van den Sigtenhorst; Boyd Postema; Evert van der Kaa
Testimonials
‘BJTK have a hands-on approach, great vision and reachability. Their service is impeccable.’
‘Wouter Brugma, is highly talented in understanding all the different cases we bring in. He is an exemplary lawyer who thinks 3 steps ahead whilst maintaining a realistic approach in understanding that contracts and litigation have to stay practical.’
‘BJTK is a highly professional and at the same time personal firm. The team is very diverse and always ready to go the extra mile. I have been a satisfied client for years.’
‘Suzanne is one of the best lawyers I know. She always knows how to find her way around challenging cases. I highly recommend her.’
‘BJTK’s proficiency in private equity markets is a true asset to any organization seeking expert legal counsel in this arena. They have an in-depth understanding of deal structuring and risk mitigation, combined with a collaborative and results-driven approach.’
‘Quirijn Biesheuvel is a wonderful partner to work with, very involved in the content, he really gets the job done. I always feel comfortable going into transaction documentation discussions with Quirijn on our side.’
‘Babette Waltman is very knowledgeable, reliable and pleasant to work with.’
‘The people are what make BJTK unique. Quirijn, Rob and Boyd feel a team within our company.’
Key clients
Axelera AI
CapitalT
Carbon Equity
Delta Equity Partners
Gate Invest
Globitas Investments
Green Tower
Holland Capital
Lepaya
Mr Marvis
Philips Healthtech Ventures
Siilo
Slingshot Ventures
SPA Capital
Standard Investment
Supersola
Trigentis
Work highlights
- Advised Gate Invest and AB&C Group and its shareholders on the sale of AB&C (including its subsidiary Boer & Croon, a renowned provider of management solutions, executive search and interim management in the Benelux) to EPSA Group (France).
- Advised Power2X, headquartered in Amsterdam, on the investment by Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments), a Canadian investment firm, which acquired a majority stake in Power2X.
- Advised Notice Group (Fairview Indoor Media en Notice Branded Media headquarters in the Netherlands and offices in Spain) and its shareholders on the sale of Notice to M-Cube Group (Italy).
Netherlands > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 5
BJTK stands out in the Dutch market as 'a boutique law firm with smart and hands-on lawyers'. The commercial, corporate and M&A practice is active in cross-border M&A transactions, and regularly represents IT, renewable energy, media and technology sector companies in mandates. The 'quick-thinking, calm, and solution-oriented' Quirijn Biesheuvel co-heads the departent with Wouter Brugma and the 'professional, knowledgeable, and communicative' Evert van der Kaa. Babette Waltman is singled out for her contributions.Practice head(s):
Quirijn Biesheuvel; Wouter Brugma; Evert van der Kaa
Other key lawyers:
Babette Waltman; Rutger Janse; Rob van den Sigtenhorst
Testimonials
‘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.’
Key clients
AB&C Group
Ace & Tate
Burger King Netherlands
CEE Group
Cellnex Telecom
Delta Equity Partners
ENGIE (Euronext: ENGI)
Esdec Solar Group
Globitas Investments
Groenleven
Lepaya
Koninklijke Philips (NYSE: PHG, Euronext: PHIA)
Municipality of Amsterdam
OG Clean Fuels
PaperFoam
Patronale Solar Nederland
Philips Healthtech Ventures
Power2X
Standard Investment
Work highlights
- Advised AB&C Group and its shareholders on the sale of AB&C (including its subsidiary Boer & Croon) to EPSA Group (France).
- Advised Power2X on the investment by Canada Pension Plan Investment Board, which acquired a majority stake in the client.
- Advised Notice Group and its shareholders on the sale of Notice to M-Cube Group (Italy).
BJTK > Firm Profile
BJTK is a boutique law firm specialised in transactions, renewable projects, finance and restructuring . Our clients engage our firm for pragmatic legal advice and hands-on approach in complex matters, often in an international context. We are based in Amsterdam.
Transactions: BJTK advises listed and private companies, PE and VC firms and investors. We specialise in drafting and negotiating the legal documentation for M&A and financing transactions. In addition, we advise on investments, restructurings, joint ventures and insolvency. BJTK is a one-stop shop. We will procure that within a transaction all legal aspects are covered (with legal experts domestic and abroad), including competition law, employment law, privacy and tax matters. Our experience and extensive network abroad allow us to engage the relevant specialists also internationally.
Renewable Energy & Projects: Our renewable energy & projects team advises on the development, acquisition or disposal, equity and debt financing, construction, maintenance, operations, decommissioning and redevelopment of a wide range of renewable energy projects (including wind, solar, heat, steam, hydrogen, biogas and infrastructure projects).
We offer our clients the best of both worlds: the excellent service of a top tier firm combined with the partner attention and entrepreneurial approach of a boutique firm. Within the same mindset our ambition is to be a law firm where all our clients benefit from our extensive know-how and global network.
Our projects team is highly recommended for transactional and regulatory work in the energy sector.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Corporate and M&A | Quirijn Biesheuvel | quirijn.biesheuvel@bjtk-law.com | 0031203080904 |
Corporate and M&A | Wouter Brugma | wouter.brugma@bjtk-law.com | 0031203080908 |
Private Equity/Venture Capital | Quirijn Biesheuvel | quirijn.biesheuvel@bjtk-law.com | 0031203080904 |
Private Equity/Venture Capital | Wouter Brugma | wouter.brugma@bjtk-law.com | 0031203080908 |
Energy Regulatory | Rutger Jansen | rutger.jansen@bjtk-law.com | 0031203080905 |
Energy Regulatory | Inge Timmerman | inge.timmerman@bjtk-law.com | 0031203080903 |
Energy Transactional | Rutger Jansen | rutger.jansen@bjtk-law.com | 0031203080905 |
Energy Transactional | Inge Timmerman | inge.timmerman@bjtk-law.com | 0031203080903 |
Infrastructure (projects) | Rutger Jansen | rutger.jansen@bjtk-law.com | 0031203080905 |
Corporate and M&A | Babette Waltman | babette.waltman@bjtk-law.com | 0031203080912 |
Finance | Rob van den Sigtenhorst | rob.vandensigtenhorst@bjtk-law.com | 0031203080912 |
Corporate and M&A | Evert van der ka | evert.vanderkaa@bjtk-law.com | 0031203080906 |
Private Equity/Venture Capital | Evert van der ka | evert.vanderkaa@bjtk-law.com | 0031203080906 |
Private Equity/Venture Capital | Suzanne Beijersbergen | suzanne.beijersbergen@bjtk-law.com | 0031203080096 |
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Advocate Suzanne Beijersbergen | Suzanne is a committed and experienced corporate lawyer specialized in the field… | View Profile | |
Advocate Quirijn Biesheuvel | Quirijn is one of the founders of BJTK. He specializes in private… | View Profile | |
Advocate Wouter Brugma | Wouter Brugma specialises in corporate law, focusing on mergers, acquisitions and divestments,… | View Profile | |
Advocate Lisa Eggers | Lisa is an associate in the Renewable Energy & Projects team of… | View Profile | |
Advocate Bryan Hoogland | Bryan is legal counsel in het corporate transacties- en venture capital team… | View Profile | |
Advocate Rutger Jansen | Rutger is one of the founders of BJTK. He heads our renewable… | View Profile | |
Advocate Fons Leijten | Fons is a member of the Renewable Energy & Projects team of… | View Profile | |
Advocate Boyd Postema | Boyd is a member of the corporate transactions team of BJTK and… | View Profile | |
Advocate Inge Timmerman | Inge Timmerman is one of the founders of BJTK. She has a… | View Profile | |
Advocate Babette Waltman | Babette Waltman specializes in corporate law, focusing on private equity and venture… | View Profile | |
Advocate Daan de Koning | Daan is legal counsel in het Renewable Energy & Projects team van… | View Profile | |
Advocate Max van Merrienboer | Max is a member of the Renewable Energy & Projects team of… | View Profile | |
Advocate Rob van den Sigtenhorst | Rob is a partner at BJTK and specialises in banking & finance… | View Profile | |
Advocate Derk van der Harst | Derk is legal counsel in het corporate transacties team van BJTK. | View Profile | |
Advocate Evert van der Kaa | Evert specializes in Dutch corporate law. He advises both Dutch and foreign… | View Profile |
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