In the M&A space, AKD stands out for its 'expertise' and 'pragmatic and client-focused approach', offering assistance with public takeover offers, private equity-backed acquisitions and portfolio sales. Lennart Crain is recognised for his transportation and healthcare sector expertise and leads the team alongside Joyce van den Nouwland, who is noted for her strength in majority stake sales. Carlos Pita Cao is a 'strong deal maker' who brings his experience to bear on multi-jurisdictional transactions. Nathalie van Woerkom is a further key name.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'Carlos Pita Cao is highly professional and easy to work with. Very down to earth.'
- 'AKD’s Commercial, Corporate and M&A team distinguishes itself through its expertise in complex cross-border transactions, a pragmatic and client-focused approach, and a strong presence in the Benelux region.'
- 'Carlos Pita Cao is a strong dealmaker that always delivers.’
- 'They have a high level of knowledge about M&A contacts, and they apply high standards in all the work they do. The team is very good with negotiations, and keeps a clear view on the direction to go.'
- ‘Great cross border practice with capable experienced lawyers.’
- ‘Carlos Pita Cao is a great lawyer with practical approach to matters.’
Key clients
- Nafinco
- Hittech Group
- VDL Group BV
- Achmea
- EQT-backed SUSE
- 3G Capital and portfolio company Hunter Douglas
- Mercer (portfolio company NYSE-listed Marsh McLennan)
- Vitec Software Group (Nasdaq Stockholm listed)
- Construction company Hurks
- Ayvens / Volvo Car Lease
- Samskip
- Planasa
Work highlights
Advising a group of private investors on their potential investment in the offeror behind a recommended €518m public takeover offer for Euronext Amsterdam-listed B&S Group SA.
Advised Orange Business on its cross-border sale of its Dutch and German digital workspace operations to Odin Groep.
Advised a shareholder of B&S Health B.V. on the sale of its shares in Lagaay Medical Group to US-based Unimed.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Joyce van den Nouwland; Lennart Crain
Other key lawyers
Carlos Pita Cao; Nathalie van Woerkom; Wouter Kros