Eduard Scheenstra leads the banking and finance team at CMS, which combines ‘exceptional technical ability with a rare degree of commercial pragmatism’. The team is well-regarded for its proficiency in real estate financing mandates and also has experience which extends to the logistics, manufacturing and infrastructure sectors. Scheenstra is frequently called upon to assist clients with cross-border bond issuances, while Etiënne Courbois is noted for his strength in loan refinancing matters. Jenny Noordermeer stands out on commercial property mandates and bridge loan facilities.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘Combines deep technical knowledge with a very practical, solution-oriented approach. They consistently demonstrate an ability to translate complex financing structures into workable solutions for borrowers, without losing sight of the commercial objectives or the dynamics with lenders.'
- ‘The CMS borrower-side team is led by individuals who combine outstanding technical ability with a rare degree of commercial pragmatism.'
- ‘Pragmatic advice combined with speed of execution.’
- ‘Approachable, collaborative, and straightforward to deal with. They fostered an open and constructive working dynamic, which made the process smooth and efficient. I found them refreshingly pragmatic and focussed on solutions rather than creating unnecessary complexity.'
- ‘Knowledge, clearness, realism, Know how to deal with different people.’
- 'Exceptionally down-to-earth and easy to communicate with. They combined strong technical knowledge with a friendly, approachable manner, which made them stand out from others in the market.'
Key clients
- EQT
- Würth Finance
- CitizenM
- APCOA
- EvolutionRE
- Novelis
- Pure Fishing
- 85 Degrees Renewable
- Nuveen
- AEB Holding N.V.
Work highlights
Advised EQT on the financing aspects of the acquisition by EQT Infrastructure VI fund of Constellation Cold Logistics from Arcus Infrastructure Partners.
Advised longstanding client APCOA on high yield bond issuances with an aggregate principal amount totalling €685m by APCOA Group GmbH, a leading European parking infrastructure operator.
Advised longstanding client Würth Finance International B.V. on the annual update of its €4bn Euro Medium-Term Note Programme.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Eduard Scheenstra
Other key lawyers
Etiënne Courbois; Jenny Noordermeer