BarentsKrans fields a strong commercial, financial and corporate litigation team, which largely focuses on assisting claimants in complex domestic and international disputes. Financial litigation cases are led by William Schonewille, who acts for investors, consumers and financial institutions. Martijn van Maanen splits his time between corporate and commercial litigation, assisting with private enforcement, fraud and directors' liability cases. Litigation and arbitration matters are handled by Rieme-Jan Tjittes, a Supreme Court litigator and appointed substitute Justice in the Netherlands Commercial Court. Commercial contract litigation is the forte of Annelies van der Ploeg. Philip Fruytier excels in Supreme Court litigation and often acts for insurers, real estate investors and developers, competition litigation claim funders and international organisations. The Hague-based team is co-led by Schonewille, van Maanen, Tjittes, van der Ploeg and Fruytier.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
- Profile
- Social
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘The team are extremely knowledgeable. More specifically, they combine a mix of legal knowledge, strategic thinking and financial insights that is second to none. We had a claim that caused us headaches and our joint efforts made it go away in a manner we could not have imagined. ’
‘Philip Fruytier and Joris Jas have handled numerous Supreme Court cases. Their extensive experience, dedication and analytical skills ensure that Supreme Court cases are in good hands.’
‘William Schonewille is an absolute legend.’
‘Annelies van der Ploeg is a superstar. We love working with her. And the team, Alexandra Weidner and Hugo Boom are equally great to work with. This not only shows in the work product, but also in the client and knowledge sessions.’
‘Marjolein van Rest is operationally excellent with great knowledge over the file and execution of the battles.’
‘The team is providing us, as a client, exactly what we need. In-depth legal advice and support while also having the practical perspectives in mind. Friendly, honest, to the point, eager, and knowledgeable. Truly supporting us in our needs.’
Key clients
- Securitas
- Macedonian Thrace Brewery
- Claims Funding Europe
- Mylan
- TataSteel
- DST Global
- Enexis Netbeheer B.V.
- Van Cranenbroek
- Corbiere c.s.
- Smith
Work highlights
- Represented Tata Steel in appeal in a liability claim against TenneT TSO.
- Represented Macedonian Thrace Brewery in an abuse of dominance matter against Heineken and Athenian Brewery.
- Represented Viatris in preliminary injunctions initiated by Novartis in connection with Mylan’s launch of a generic product containing the active substance fingolimod.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
William Schonewille; Martijn van Maanen; Rieme-Jan Tjittes; Annelies van der Ploeg; Philip Fruytier
Other key lawyers
Alexandra Weidner; Hugo Boom