Stek has the 'full depth and capability to work on the most complex energy transactions for the largest investors, energy suppliers and grid operators'. The energy team has extensive expertise in handling major transactions, complex regulatory issues, and high-profile disputes in the sector. Jan Erik Janssen leads the regulatory offering, and garners praise for his 'unrivalled industry knowledge'; he assists energy distributors and industry associations with a range of regulatory matters, including contentious work and competition issues. Veii Jacobs is 'a very seasoned litigator in regulatory related administrative law procedures'. On the transactional side, Reijnoud Homveld and Claudia Beele act for distributors and services companies in renewable energy project development cases, M&A deals, and investments in the energy transition space.
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Testimonials
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‘Stek is one of the few firms in the Dutch legal market which has the full depth and capability to work on the most complex energy transactions for the largest investors, energy suppliers and grid operators.'
‘Stek has a team of experts which can combine the technical, legal as well as commercial side. They think with the client to achieve goals and find practical solutions.’
‘Stek combines strong knowledge of our business (energy) with an entrepreneurial approach in their legal solutions.’
‘Stek is our go-to firm for all energy matters in the Netherlands. They are always completely on top of the issues, quick, reliable, pleasant to interact with. The energy team is really well integrated (regulatory, corporate, finance, commercial contracts and litigation expertise). Great technical and economic understanding of energy markets.’
- ‘Jan Erik Janssen is very service minded and has unrivalled industry knowledge.'
- 'Veii Jacobs is a strong communicator and a very seasoned litigator in regulatory related administrative law procedures.'
- ‘Reijnoud Homveld is very effective: he knows the energy market well.'
- 'Claudia Beele is a true 'get things done' professional; she leads her team with precision, delivering results that exceed expectations— even when the task seems impossible. Her ability to coordinate her team ensures that work is completed flawlessly.'
Key clients
- Alliander/Liander
- Asper Investment Management
- a.s.r.
- Attero
- Axpo
- Cogas/Coteq
- Dispatch Grid Services
- E.On Drive
- EBN
- Ecorus
Work highlights
- Representing all stakeholders in financial matters concerning Open Heat Grid Delft.
- Advising Dispatch, a Dutch battery developer, on matters concerning a stand-alone battery storage system in the Netherlands.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Jan Erik Janssen
Other key lawyers
Reijnould Homveld; Coen Thomas; Veii Jacobs; Claudia Beele