Van Doorne‘s cohort is well known for its abilities advising on matters regarding investment and asset management and ongoing regulatory compliance issues therein. Further, the team is equipped to advise on fund-related aspects of significant transactions. Elise Stormmesand has experience advising many of the team’s most pre-eminent clients. Daan Horsthuis has particular expertise advising on private equity, private debt, infrastructure and real estate funds in both Dutch and international contexts and oversees the practice alongside Harm-Paul Plas.
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Testimonials
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‘The practice at Van Doorne stands out for its industry expertise and unwavering client focus. They're very responsive and without exception have a great understanding of our business and preferences. What truly sets this team apart is their comprehensive understanding of the complex landscape of investment funds, which allows them to offer strategic, forward-thinking advice tailored to our needs.’
‘Daan Horsthuis has earned a reputation as a leading authority in investment management and, more specifically, the investments funds practice. His extensive experience and profound understanding of the Dutch regulatory landscape provides us with unparalleled insights. His ability to set up tailor-made solutions to complex legal situations and questions has been instrumental in securing favourable outcomes for our business.'
'Daan Horsthuis has strong knowledge of the Dutch pension fund regulatory landscape. Harm-Paul Plas stands out for his client-centric approach, always going the extra mile to ensure our goals are met with precision and care. His dedication to building long-term relationships and understanding our needs has ensured a stable relationship between our company and their firm.’
‘A very hands-on and fast-paced team with in-depth knowledge of the market.’
‘Daan Horsthuis is very responsive and a great lawyer to have on your side in negotiations.’
‘Daan Horsthuis is very client-minded and has a profound knowledgeable about Dutch financial regulatory matters linked to investment management and more particularly Dutch pension fund regulations.’
Key clients
- Rockfield Real Estate
- Achmea Investment Management
- A.S.R.
- Mogelijk Fondsenbeheer
- ABP (APG)
- Candriam Investors Group
- PME Pension Fund
- Surmount Ventures
- Synergia Capital Partners
- PureTerra Ventures
Work highlights
Advising Candriam Investors Group, one of the largest asset managers in Europe, on all Dutch regulatory matters and the set-up of its investment/fund management structure in the Netherlands and the registration, marketing and distribution of investment funds in the Netherlands
Assisting Mogelijk, a Dutch fund manager – linked to a large Dutch real estate finance company, on the formation of several real estate debt funds and an innovative sustainability focused debt fund.
Drafting and negotiating fund documentation for newly established investment funds for both licensed and sub-threshold managers.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Daan Horsthuis; Harm-Paul Plas
Other key lawyers
Sjoerd Stokmans; Elise Stormmesand