Highly sought-after for its ‘strong competence’ in a wealth of private equity mandates, Baker McKenzie is well-positioned to advise international clients on divestments, joint ventures and venture capital-backed corporate acquisitions. Mohammed Almarini heads the practice, which is particularly active on technology, infrastructure and cybersecurity sector transactions. Koen Bos impresses in telecommunications matters, while Joost Polman is adept at supporting clients with regulatory compliance and handling corporate exits. Suzanne van Balen is a further key name of note.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Strong competence about M&A in general across several countries.’
- ‘Good focus on key issues and problem-solving.’
Key clients
- Albéa (a PAI portfolio company)
- APG Asset Management
- Apheon Capital (previously Ergon Capital)
- Apollo Global Management
- Arcus Infrastructure Partners
- Audax Private Equity
- Bluegem Capital Partners
- Bullhorn
- CI NMF
- CR Group
- CVC Capital Partners
- D.O.R.C. Dutch Ophthalmic Research Center (International)
Work highlights
Supported CVC Capital on its proposed acquisition of Gaming Labs International, the leading global gaming testing and certification company.
Advised Nordic Capital from a Dutch law perspective on its divestment of Sunrise Medical, one of the globally leading providers of assistive mobility solutions, to Platinum Equity.
Advised APG Asset Management in respect of its joint venture with KPN regarding the creation of the second largest independent TowerCo (Althio) in the Netherlands.
Practice head
Mohammed Almarini
Other key lawyers
Koen Bos; Joost Polman; Suzanne van Balen