Dirkzwager legal & tax is highly sought-after for its ‘very thorough knowledge’ across a broad spectrum of healthcare matters. Leadership sits with Koen Mous, Marieke van Dongen, Ernst-Jan van de Pas, Louis Houwen and Luuk Arends, whose combined expertise covers insurer disputes, corporate and governance issues, IT and tech procurement, and sector-specific commercial matters. Mous focuses on claims against health insurers and contracting; van Dongen advises on M&A, restructurings and governance issues; van de Pas specialises in hospital IT and procurement work; Houwen remains a key contact for hospitals and care providers; and Arends frequently acts for mental health and elderly care organisations.
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Testimonials
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- 'Koen Mous and his team have exceptional expertise, and their approach is characterised by excellent knowledge, a tactical approach to the court, and simplicity in presentation. They are truly exceptional, and they are also very approachable.’
- ‘Very thorough knowledge, simple presentation, and very accessible.'
- 'They know the healthcare market and have an excellent network.’
- ‘The team communicates quickly and ensures that the right expertise is found for every question. Their approach is extremely pleasant, service-oriented, and focused on our practice.'
- ‘The lawyers and staff are professional, demonstrate strong knowledge of our sector, and show a willingness to further deepen their understanding of the subject matter.'
- ‘We experience a strong sense of personal commitment from these lawyers.'
Key clients
- Sint Maartenskliniek Rijnstate Ziekenhuis NVZ Nederlandse Vereniging van Ziekenhuizen Pro Persona Erasmus MC ETZ Bravis Ziekenhuis Landelijke Huisartsen Vereniging (LHV) Pluryn Deventer Ziekenhuis Dimence Groep Dicoon Ineen Stichting Vereen Stichting De Waalboog Bernhoven B.V. Actief Zorg Archipel Rinette Actief Zorg Koninklijk Nederlands Genootschap voor Fysiotherapie Stichting Care to Change GGZ The Municipality of Almere TopzorgGroep Revalidatie Medinello Revalidatie Vereniging van Revalidatieartsen Care to Change Metabletica Livit Orthopedie OIM Orthopedie Roessingh Revalidatie Techniek De Hoogstraat Orthopedie Pro-Cura B.V. European Private Healthcare Clinics Thuiszorg Helder
Work highlights
Represented 18 major healthcare providers (Livit Ottobock Care et. al.) in a dispute with two of the biggest healthcare insurers of the Netherlands.
Advised TZG Revalidatie et al in litigation against the National Health Care Institute (Zorginstituut Nederland) over the threatened removal of care worth €100 million annually from the insured healthcare package.
Provided legal, notarial, and tax assistance for the merger between the Zwolle-based elderly care organisations Driezorg and Zonnehuisgroep IJssel-Vecht.
Practice head
Koen Mous, Marieke van Dongen, Ernst-Jan van de Pas, Louis Houwen, Luuk Arends
Other key lawyers
Claudia van der Most