Dentons' team has 'an impressive knowledge of EU competition law'. The group's workload includes matters regarding state aid, FDI and public procurement as well as merger control, market investigations and abuse of dominance cases. Marc Kuijper earns plaudits for being ‘one of the best in his field', and co-heads the practice with Bram Braat, who is well versed in advising on private enforcement issues.
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‘The Dentons team has an impressive knowledge of EU competition law. They are able to transfer their knowledge into accessible and to-the-point advice. They really stand out when it comes to questions of competition law and litigation in that field. They are friendly, approachable and responsive. I wouldn’t want another team to work with.’
‘Marc Kuijper is one of the best I know in his field. Always available to confer with, fully aware of all developments in his field and a humorous, approachable person. I would recommend him to anyone without a doubt.’
‘The team is top-notch. It is very hands-on, accessible and very clever.’
‘Marc Kuijper absolutely stands out. Bram Braat is very pleasant to work with.’
‘In-depth knowledge of public procurement and related court proceedings, they provide excellent strategic advice and have excellent availability.’
‘Dentons has a great team of committed specialists in every field and a global wealth of experience that has often proven valuable.'
- 'Bram excels in lawsuit preparation. Every word is weighted and matters. We have never met a lawyer with such an excellent knowledge of procurement law. This enables him to remain razor-sharp on the content during hearings.'
‘Marc Kuijper is a young, dynamic partner with great flexibility and creative ideas and insights. Michel Deckers adds long-standing experience in complex litigation to the team. He is thinks outside the box and it is reassuring to him have on your side. ’
Key clients
- McCain
- Japan Airlines
- FMN
- Itautec
- Nutrinova
- Vestel
- Ultramar
- Duisburger Hafen
- STEF
- Stichting De Glazen Lift
Work highlights
- Represented three large Brazilian electronic appliances manufacturers in proceedings concerning a multi-million euro compensation claim for damages arising from cartel issues.
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Practice head
Marc Kuijper; Bram Braat
Other key lawyers
Suayip Öksüz; Michel Deckers; Marc Elshof; Anouk Rosielle; Denise Coumans