NautaDutilh‘s real estate and infrastructure practice supports clients in M&A transactions, litigation, financing, leasing and development matters. A key area of focus is infrastructure and industrial projects, wherein the team advises lessors and lessees on sale and leaseback transactions and assists lenders and borrowers on structuring finance deals. The team is led by Kees Koetsier, who has a wealth of experience as a civil law notary and focuses on commercial real estate matters. David Wumkes is a further core member of the real estate team and handles notarial and private law issues related to real estate transactions, finance, and project development.
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Testimonials
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- ‘NautaDutilh has an excellent team of experts who not only have in-depth knowledge and experience, but also a passion for what they do. This translates into high-quality advice and customised solutions for us as client.'
- ‘Kaylee Zournas is an expert lawyer specialising in leasehold law. Her analyses and advice are clear, thorough, and comprehensive. She excels at proactive, clear, and prompt communication with her clients.’
- ‘The NautaDutilh team has good legal knowledge. In addition, they know when to be commercial and when to leave it to their client. David Wumkes is a good notary overseeing transaction. Redmar Warning is always very responsive and has been instrumental to execute the sales strategy.'
- 'Kirsy Corten, Redmar Warning, and Ramon Pop - extremely professional, collaborative, and proactive advisors who consistently add real value.’
- ‘The NautaDutilh team which we work with stands out for its professionalism, hands-on approach, and ability to think ahead with practical solutions and options.'
- 'Redmar Warning stands out for his precision, responsiveness, and remarkable commitment to excellence.’
Key clients
- ABN Amro
- Achmea Real Estate
- AG Real Estate
- APG
- Apollo / Lapithus
- ASR Vastgoed
- BAM
- C. Steinweg Handelsveem B.V.
- Catella
- Cathexis
- Carrier
- CBRE Investment Management
Work highlights
Advised AEPF III 40 S.à r.l. on the sale and transfer of World Trade Centre Almere to Benkey Vastgoedfonds, with a total deal value of €40.8m.
Assisted Achmea Real Estate with the UpSouth development in Rotterdam-Zuid, transforming the Motorstraatgebied from an industrial area into a vibrant urban neighbourhood.
Assisted Dreamplace Hotels & Resorts with acquiring the Holiday Inn Express Hotel in central Amsterdam from De Caransa Groep for €20.3m.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Kees Koetsier
Other key lawyers
David Wumkes; Redmar Warning; Kirsy Corten; Ramon Pop; Kaylee Zournas