Finch Dispute Resolution represents both domestic and global clients in commercial litigation, shareholder disputes, class actions, and enforcement proceedings. The practice is led by Koen Rutten, Dieuwertje de Leeuw, Stefan Holterman, Maarten Mussche and Carlijn Tjoa. Rutten is a go-to for shareholder disputes and insurance issues; de Leeuw is sought-after among clients in the financial services sector for her expertise in corporate disputes; Holterman is well-versed in handling issues before the Enterprise Chamber; Mussche focuses on regulated sector disputes; and Tjoa is well-equipped to represent clients in directors’ liability cases.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Stefan Holterman has always shown great commitment to our company combined with very sharp legal skills. In times of need he will not shy away from providing critical feedback when needed and does this with great integrity.’
  • ‘Maarten Mussche is an exceptional lawyer who understands his role, knows how to manage individuals, maintains clarity, and is the ideal person for challenging cases. No embellishments; he lays everything out clearly and finds the correct solution.’
  • ‘Dieuwertje de Leeuw quickly gets to the heart of complex legal issues. She combines sharp legal thinking with a pragmatic approach, understanding not only the legal dynamics, but also the commercial and reputational context.’
  • ‘The Finch team we worked with is highly professional, very responsive, and of exceptional quality. One of the best boutique litigation law firms in the Netherlands.’
  • ‘Specialists in their field. Their combination of analytical precision, strategic insight and interpersonal skill enables them to deliver well-informed and tailored solutions. They are committed to identifying the most effective resolution to the dispute.’
  • ‘Finch Dispute Resolution combines legal expertise with tactical awareness. The team thinks ahead and adapts quickly. The communication is clear and efficient and they respond quickly. I would highly recommend them for complex disputes.’

Key clients

  • Cebi Micromotors Switzerland S.A.
  • DELA Natura- en levensverzekeringen N.V.
  • Ekuity B.V.
  • Fresh Tandartsen Holding B.V
  • H.R. Kunz
  • Improve Holding B.V.
  • K. Berkleef
  • The heirs of Marques de Sousa
  • Members of the executive board of Estro
  • Mentha Capital
  • Rene Eller B.V.
  • RijnDelta Holding B.V.

Work highlights

Represented RijnDelta Holding B.V. in a shareholder dispute centring on control over RijnDelta Groep B.V. and its two main operating companies, Bosscherwaarden and Ingensche Waarden.
Represented Ekuity B.V. in a shareholders dispute regarding the ownership of Carnegie, the owner of aluminium and glass producing facilities in Egypt and Saudi Arabia with over 1,000 employees.
Represented the founder and co-owner of Equihold in a dispute with Capgemini.

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Practice head

Koen Rutten; Dieuwertje de Leeuw; Stefan Holterman; Maarten Mussche; Carlijn Tjoa

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