Loyens & Loeff is regularly entrusted across complex insurance litigation, coverage disputes, and duty-of-care claims against intermediaries. The firm also demonstrates a growing practice in W&I and contingency risk policy disputes. Merel van Asch is a key contact among insurers, intermediaries, and large corporate policyholders in policy disputes, insurance litigation, and duty-of-care claims. Rutger Noordermeer is also a go-to for large-scale duty of care claims and complex coverage disputes.
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Testimonials
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- Rutger Noordermeer and Merel van Asch are easy to work with, have lots of knowledge, and are pragmatic.
- In-depth knowledge of the industry, robust review of files picking up the details that can make or break a case, very collaborative and pragmatic in approach.
- ‘In my experience, everyone is exceptionally knowledgeable.’
- ‘Merel van Asch stands out as being technically excellent and combines this with a hugely commercial approach to solving problems.’
- ‘Strong knowledge and experience in international arbitration.’
- ‘The team is highly skilled in terms of knowledge and experience. They are proactive, highly engaged, and offer sound suggestions.’
- ‘Merel van Asch is a highly skilled lawyer. She exudes calm and confidence and is a pleasure to work with. She is also very strong in litigation.'
- 'Rutger Noordermeer is highly skilled and pleasant to work with. He knows the ins and outs of the cases he manages.’
- ‘Rutger Noordermeer is precise, responsive and nice to work with.’
- 'Merel van Asch has been excellent to work with, her attention to detail has been impressive.'
Key clients
- Aon
- Weddle law
- Bank J. Safra Sarasin
- Baker Tilly N.V.
- Zorgverzekeraars Nederland
- Zilveren Kruis Achmea
- TenneT
Work highlights
Representing the insured party in proceedings in a multi-million coverage dispute under a D&O policy concluded by Rabobank for the damage related to proceedings against insured in the United States.
Act as litigation counsel and strategic advisor to Aon, handling complex disputes and providing legal guidance on regulatory and liability aspects.
Act on behalf of Zorgverzekeraars Nederland, the umbrella organization for health insurers in the Netherlands, and leading healthcare insurer Zilveren Kruis Achmea in various ongoing insurance matters.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Merel van Asch
Other key lawyers
Rutger Noordermeer