Houthoff's financial markets department, jointly headed by Jeroen Vossenberg and André de Neve, is a trusted adviser to private equity firms, public sector authorities, financial institutions and multinational corporations. Vossenberg is a name to note for commercial refinancing mandates and exchange transactions, while de Neve offers notable expertise in emergency recapitalisation transactions. Jessica Terpstra boasts a strong track record regarding sustainability-linked syndicated revolving credit facilities. Sjors Panis is adept at handling residential real estate refinancing matters.
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Accolades

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Andre de Neve is very pleasant to work with; prompt availability is highly appreciated and his pragmatic approach to problem solving is top.’
  • ‘What makes the Houthoff team unique is their ability to empathise with the company's philosophy and, within the framework of applicable laws and regulations, provide tailored advice.'
  • ‘The team members are friendly and easily accessible. They always respond promptly. They are also willing to investigate matters and provide timely feedback.'
  • ‘A structured team approach with a true sense of legal pragmatism. Pleasant to work with.’

Key clients

  • Unigel Participacoes SA
  • Fortenova
  • Morgan Stanley Senior Funding, Inc.
  • Castik Capital
  • Samvardhana Motherson group
  • Dümmen Orange
  • MODIFI
  • Goodman
  • Tata Steel
  • Van Oord
  • Tristan Capital Partners
  • Fundo Garantidor de Creditos - FGC

Work highlights

Advised the Croatian retail giant, Fortenova, on its €1.2bn refinancing with its current majority creditor, investment company HPS Investment Partners.
Advising longstanding client Castik Capital with multiple acquisition financings in connection with the acquisition of  the PARADIGMA group and the Andra Tech group.
Advised longstanding client Dümmen Orange on a €250m emergency financing and recapitalisation which will see its ad-hoc group of senior lenders taking over control of the company.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Sjors Panis
Sjors Panis
Practice head

Jeroen Vossenberg; André de Neve

Other key lawyers

Jessica Terpstra; Sjors Panis