At Van Doorne, the food and beverages practice has a solid track record in advising on a broad range of commercial, corporate and contentious matters in the sector. Under the leadership of Lisette Bieleveld, the group handles cross-border matters concerning food-related M&A, distribution agreements and product recalls. Bieleveld is a key contact for contractual work and disputes in the industry; she is ably supported by Florence Verbeek, who is well versed in advising on consumer and product liability, product recalls and commercial contracts.
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Key clients
- ABP Food Group Unlimited
- Agrico B.V.
- Ahold Europe Real Estate & Construction B.V. (Albert Heijn and Gall&Gall)
- AMC Grupo Alimentacion Fresco y Zumos S.
- AquaMinerals B.V.
- Athletic Greens
- Baarsma Wine Group Nederland
- Barentz N.V.
- Bedo Imex B.V. (Akdos)
- Bergbanket B.V.
Work highlights
- Representing JBT in litigation against two manufacturers specialising in aseptic packaging.
- Advising Crisp on a new investment round.
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Leading associates
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Practice head
Lisette Bieleveld
Other key lawyers
Elisabeth Thole; Florence Verbeek