Excelling in real estate-related retail issues, Dentons‘ Amsterdam-based consumer products and services group advises a mix of retailers, investment companies, financial institutions, hotels and manufacturers. The firm stands out for its expertise in leasing where it assists both landlords and retail clients. These matters are led by practice head Wendela Raas, who is known for her specialism in commercial leasing but also assists with real estate litigation. Administrative, regulatory and environmental law also all form a part of the practice. Paul Wanders advises on real estate and retail transactions, largely for commercial properties. Newly promoted partner Jeroen le Clercq advises investors on renovation projects.
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‘Dentons' real estate and corporate teams are well set up to deliver pragmatic advice to international businesses looking to invest in the Netherlands.’
‘Our lead partner is Jeroen le Clerq, who has been superb, not only in the real estate advice he has given but in his management of the wider Dentons' team.’
‘Dentons retail team with Wendela Raas and Jeroen le Clercq has a lot of knowledge and the ability to resolve issues as practically as possible and explain if necessary. As a firm, Dentons is able to keep up to date technically and develop as much as possible.’
‘Jeroen le Clercq, in addition to his knowledge, is able to explain and think with the client as well and as quickly as possible. Wendela Raas is one of the leaders in the industry for retail and able to lead and deploy the best team.’
‘Wendela Raas and Jeroen le Clerq are very experienced and give very good advice.’
'Quick and relevant reaction to unexpected upcoming issues. Realistic and workable advice. Do bring in contact with the rights international departments and partners within Dentons.'
'Dentons has a very experienced team.'
Key clients
- Altera
- Airwair
- Burger King
- De Bijenkorf
- Corum
- CTF Amsterdam
- EuroParcs
- Fletcher Hotels
- Foot Locker
- Foundation React
Work highlights
- Advised a private real estate investment company on its acquisition of Rokin Plaza, multi-tenant complex situated in a prime location in Amsterdam city centre and let to fashion brands.
- Advised Under Armour on all its commercial leases across Europe and coordinated all its lease agreements across the continent.
- Represented React in obtaining a stay-down and seller verification order by way of a collective or class action claim against the Chinese e-commerce and retail platform Vova.
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Practice head
Wendela Raas
Other key lawyers
Paul Wanders; Jeoren le Clercq