Mr Michiel van Dijk > CMS > Amsterdam, Netherlands > Lawyer Profile

Acting predominantly for international companies, CMS leverages its global presence to take on cross-border employment mandates. The firm frequently advises on restructurings and has also seen a recent increase in whistleblower and compliance-related matters. The practice is headed by Katja van Kranenburg-Hanspians and Michiel van Dijk; the former focuses on restructurings, dismissals and high-profile litigation, while the latter specialises in sports and employment law.

CMS‘s media, entertainment and sports team advises clients on commercial arrangements, corporate transactions and litigation in a range of industries, such as sports, advertising, film, gaming and social media. IP expert Rogier de Vrey focuses on disputes concerning the exploitation and enforcement of digital media rights. Sports law specialist Michiel Van Dijk advises sports  organisations, associations and international top athletes on a variety of sports mandates. Senior counsel Simon Sanders supports clients on the overlap between legal issues and technology, while Marcoline van der Dussen is a key support on media and advertising-related IP matters.

CMS‘ dispute resolution team represents plaintiffs and defendants, spanning insurance companies, financial institutions, energy companies, and directors and officers. Leonard Böhmer heads up the litigation and insurance team, while Peter Soede focuses on complex legal procedures involving liability law, Bart-Adriaan de Ruijter is a key name to note for corporate litigation, and Petra Heemskerk specialises in procurement issues involving high-profile tender disputes. Franchise disputes specialist Anita Canta and sports expert Michiel Van Dijk are also recommended.