JahaeRaymakers > Amsterdam, Netherlands > Firm Profile
JahaeRaymakers Offices
MONDRIAANTOREN
AMSTELPLEIN 40
1096 BC AMSTERDAM
Netherlands
JahaeRaymakers > The Legal 500 Rankings
Netherlands > Fraud and white-collar crime Tier 1
JahaeRaymakers retains its position as ‘top-notch white-collar firm’ in the Netherlands. The firm often handles complex cross-border investigations and compliance matters, including money-laundering, anti-corruption, and bribery. The ‘very experienced, knowledgeable and responsive’ team is particularly skilled at handling high-profile fraud cases. Dian Brouwer is recommended for internal investigations into allegations of fraud and corruption, while Jurjan Geertsma is an expert regarding sanctions and risk management. Cathalijne Van der Plas is also noted for her experience advising on international judgement enforcement and asset recovery. Further standout members of the team include Han Jahae, Thom Dieben, and Susanne van Breukelen.Practice head(s):
Jurjan Geertsma; Han Jahae; Dian Brewer; Cathalijne van der Plas; Susanne van Breukelen; Thom Dieben
Other key lawyers:
Oscar Pluimer
Testimonials
‘Dian Brouwer stands out due to his exceptional depth of research, unwavering honesty, and meticulous attention to detail. His extensive experience and profound knowledge are evident in his expert counsel, providing us with a reliable foundation for decision-making.’
‘Cathalijne van der Plas is a highly respected specialist in private international law, with a wide range of experience advising not only high-profile clients, but also law firms (both national and international) with regard to jurisdiction of civil courts, applicable law and recognition and enforcement.’
‘The firm has the reputation for being a top-notch white-collar crime firm. They also have an in-depth knowledge in the field of private international law and public international law.’
‘They are exceptionally knowledgeable of the law as well as of the prosecutors and the defense bar. Their advice is insightful and practical. They also are good people to work with.’
‘We commend JahaeRaymakers for their exceptional professionalism, unwavering reliability, and steadfast commitment to delivering high-quality work.’
‘Jurjan Geertsma is a great lawyer. He has extensive experience of advising corporates and individual suspects and witnesses on regulatory and law enforcement investigations and prosecutions involving allegations relating to fraud, bribery and corruption and money laundering. Great risk and reputation manager.’
‘Thom Dieben is very knowledgeable both in criminal and civil law but also particularly in the field of European law.’
‘Susanne van Breukelen is capable, responsive, approachable and pleasant to work with.‘
JahaeRaymakers > Firm Profile
The firm: JahaeRaymakers was established in 2015 by Carel Raymakers Jurjan Geertsma, Thom Dieben and Han Jahae. They find common ground in their ambitions in the field of economic and international sanctions law and in risk and reputation issues. Dian Brouwer (litigation and investigation) and Cathalijne van der Plas (asset tracing and recovery) join the partnership in 2019 and 2020 respectively. In 2022 Susanne van Breukelen (corporate criminal law) joined the partnership.
Areas of practice: JahaeRaymakers is a leading niche firm, specialising in the law of economic sanctions and the international law of sanctions, as well as risk and reputation issues. Its lawyers act as trusted advisors for a wide range of public authorities, (listed) companies, museums and their directors, and high-profile and other private individuals. They have detailed knowledge, a wealth of experience and an excellent international network.
Trust, discretion, quality and tenacity are paramount in the often precarious and sensitive cases handled by JahaeRaymakers. The firm’s aim is to achieve adequate solutions for every issue. It is down-to-earth, creative and open-minded. Wherever possible their lawyers act before problems reveal themselves, preferably in the background and out of court. If necessary, the firm fights in court to the limit for each client.
Each lawyer or employee within the firm puts his or her own special expertise at the service of specific issues and problems of our clients. They do this as a team. The cooperation between them is extremely close and that with (international) external lawyers and experts excellent.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Risk and reputation management | Jurjan Geertsma | ||
Anti-fraud, corruption and money laundering | Jurjan Geertsma | ||
Anti-fraud, corruption and money laundering | Susanne van Breukelen | ||
Anti-fraud, corruption and money laundering | Han Jahae | ||
Disciplinary law | Jurjan Geertsma | ||
White-collar crime | Han Jahae | ||
White-collar crime | Susanne van Breukelen | ||
White-collar crime | Dian Brouwer | ||
Administrative investigation and enforcement (labour, environmental law) | Jurjan Geertsma | ||
Administrative investigation and enforcement (labour, environmental law) | Han Jahae | ||
Proceedings before the ECtHR, HRC and Dutch Supreme Court | Thom Dieben | ||
International mutual legal assistance proceedings (extradition, EAW etc) | Thom Dieben | ||
Asset tracing & recovery | Cathalijne van der Plas | ||
Asset tracing & recovery | Jurjan Geertsma | ||
International Judgement Enforcement | Cathalijne van der Plas |
Meet The Team(s)
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Prof Mr Dian Brouwer | Partner at JahaeRaymakers. Dian advises and represents companies, institutions and individuals involved… | View Profile | |
Thom Dieben | Partner at JahaeRaymakers. Practice areas: (cross-border) corporate/ white collar crime, complaint procedures before… | View Profile | |
Jurjan Geertsma | Partner at JahaeRaymakers. Practice areas: (cross-border) corporate/ white collar crime, Asset Tracing &… | View Profile | |
Han Jahae | Partner at JahaeRaymakers. Practice areas: (cross-border) corporate/ white collar crime, European and International… | View Profile | |
Oscar Pluimer | Attorney-at-law at JahaeRaymakers. Oscar Pluimer advises and provides legal assistance to companies,… | View Profile | |
Carel Raymakers | Advisor at JahaeRaymakers | View Profile | |
Cathalijne Van der Plas | Partner at JahaeRaymakers. Cathalijne conducts an international practice that consists for the… | View Profile | |
Susanne van Breukelen | Attorney-at-law, partner. Susanne assists companies and senior management in complex criminal investigations… | View Profile |
Staff Figures
Number of lawyers : 10Languages
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