DLA Piper brings a ‘wealth of knowledge’ to financial regulatory matters, assisting clients with DORA implementation, regulatory reviews and cross-border compliance matters. Paul Hopman leads the team and represents insurance companies, international banks and payment services providers. Aline Kiers is praised as ’a beacon of technical knowledge and practical solutions’, and is adept at handling licensing applications and regulatory breach responses. Kiers is also a go-to contact among surety bonds providers. Milan Happé and Rik van Weenen are further key individuals in the team.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Wealth of knowledge. Focused on practical solutions.’
- ‘Aline Kiers is a seasoned practitioner who is a beacon of technical knowledge and practical solutions.’
- 'Easy to approach.'
Key clients
- Adyen N.V.
- Credit Europe Bank N.V.
- FDR Limited, LLC
- Rabobank U.A.
- Ryan Specialty International Limited
- Triodos Bank N.V.
- Wakam SA
Work highlights
Provided Ryan Specialty with comprehensive advice on various insurance regulatory topics crucial for insurance distribution companies.
Advised Triodos on the assessment of the previous agreement in place with investment firm Captin.
Advised Acorn and Rabobank on establishing a social investment fund with approximately €200m in assets under management.
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
Paul Hopman
Other key lawyers
Aline Kiers; Milan Happé; Rik van Weenen