André Gaastra > NewGround Law B.V. > AMSTERDAM, Netherlands > Lawyer Profile
NewGround Law B.V. Offices
Gustav Mahlerplein 27
Symphony Offices, 5th floor
AMSTERDAM
Netherlands
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André Gaastra
Work Department
Public Law | Environmental Law | Safety Law: Supervision & (criminal) Enforcement | Energy Law
Position
Partner | Attorney-at-law
Career
André has, in addition to graduating in law, graduated in marine engineering and completed the post-doctoral Grotius specialised programme in General Administrative Law. He has more than 20 years’ experience as an attorney-at-law in administrative law, environmental and safety law, supervision, (criminal) enforcement and energy law and 15 years’ experience in commercial (chemicals) industry. This is often related to Greenfield and Brownfield projects. His clients merely are active in the (chemical) industry, transport and storage and other manufacturing activities. Advising on ESG related matters is an increasing part of his practice. Clients view his commercial experience as a significant advantage in complex legal matters.
Who’s Who Legal recognised André as Global Leader Environment 2020: “André Gaastra is highly sought after for his strong experience across the gamut of environmental law issues, including air emissions, waste handling and permits and compliance.”
Languages
Dutch, English
Memberships
Environmental Lawyers Association (VMA)
Environmental Law Association (VMR)
Administrative Law Association (VAR)
Lawyer Rankings
Netherlands > Environment and planning
NewGround Law B.V.’s ‘very professional‘ environment team often advises clients on the environmental aspects of real estate, zoning and energy projects. Anne-Marie Klijn is ‘a strategist‘ and ‘an authority in public law‘, and André Gaastra is well versed in assisting corporations and industry associations with matters relating to environmental permitting and compliance; the duo co-head the practice with Erwin Noordover. Arjen Pratt is a name to note.
Netherlands > Energy
NewGround Law B.V.’s team has a solid track record in handling regulatory work for clients in the renewable energy sector, however the group is also adept at advising on related administrative, environmental, and zoning matters and storage projects. Erwin Noordover is ‘a highly skilled lawyer and specialist in the field of renewable energy projects and public law‘, who is well versed in advising on wind and solar power energy issues. Noordover co-heads the practice with environmental law expert André Gaastra.