CMS is well-equipped to handle an array of mandates from corporate, financial and commercial litigation to construction disputes, project issues and reinsurance claims. The team is co-led by Leonard Böhmer, Peter Soede, Aukje Haan and Bart-Adriaan de Ruijter. Böhmer acts for a mix of domestic and global clients on corporate litigation; Soede stands out for his knowledge of liability law; Haan leads on complex corporate, commercial and ESG litigation; and De Ruijter represents management boards, supervisory boards, shareholders and listed multinationals on corporate law issues.
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Testimonials
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- 'I appreciate Akin Aslan's quick response and his expertise. The time he takes to understand my perspective and work with me to develop a suitable, goal-oriented strategy based on that, is something that I value a lot.'
- 'Aukje Haan's calm and determined approach to developing solutions is remarkable.’
- ‘Efficient and constantly seeking to gain an edge.’
- ‘Bart-Adriaan de Ruyter keeps pushing until a satisfying solution is reached.’
- ‘Team with strong capabilities, very good knowledge of the business, and very good negotiation skills. Client-oriented and realistic.’
- ‘I have worked most with Bart-Adriaan de Ruijter, who is exceptional. His communication is outstanding, as well as his understanding of the market in general and the disputes he handles in particular.’
Key clients
- Ahold Delhaize
- ArcelorMittal
- Baker Tilly
- Canal+
- Chubb European Group Limited
- The Coca-Cola Company
- Grand Thornton
- Denim Group
- Hitachi
- Hubei Forbon Technology Co Ltd
- Igloo Corporation
- Mitsui
Practice head
Leonard Böhmer; Peter Soede; Aukje Haan; Bart-Adriaan de Ruijter
Other key lawyers
Akin Aslan