Loyens & Loeff stands out for its ability to steer clients through the full spectrum of domestic and cross-border restructurings and insolvency processes. The team is regularly instructed by international corporates, private equity sponsors and financial institutions, offering both advisory and contentious support across high-value, multi-jurisdictional matters. Leading the team is Vincent Vroom, who is widely praised for his deep familiarity with complex domestic and cross-border schemes of arrangement, Chapter 11 processes and foreign restructuring regimes. Joris Dunki Jacobs brings advisory and litigation strength to international mandates, while Kim de Bruijn is noted for her ‘excellent client support.’
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Testimonials
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- Great team who are truly subject matter experts!
- Vincent Vroom is always available and comes up with practical solutions, making you want to work with them time and time again.
- The individuals we worked with at Loyens & Loeff distinguished themselves through their exceptional technical proficiency, calm and structured approach, and consistent availability. Each team member demonstrated a strong command of the relevant legal framework and showed great attention to detail in their analysis and communication. Their ability to present complex matters in a clear, concise, and solution-focused manner was highly valued. What truly sets the team apart is their reliability and composure under pressure. They remain responsive and approachable throughout the process, ensuring that deadlines are met and that all parties remain aligned. This combination of technical depth, clarity of communication, and pragmatic mindset makes the individuals at Loyens & Loeff stand out from peers and a pleasure to work with on complex insolvency matters. We would not hesitate to work with the team again on future matters of similar complexity and sensitivity.
- We worked with Loyens & Loeff on a complex insolvency matter and were highly impressed by the team’s technical precision and depth of expertise. They combine a thorough understanding of the legal framework with a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset that ensures matters progress efficiently and accurately. Communication was consistently clear and proactive, and the team remained readily available throughout the process. Their responsiveness, reliability, and ability to translate complex legal issues into practical guidance make them a trusted and highly capable partner in this field.
- ‘A team of outstanding lawyers with strong analytical skills and the ability to truly connect with the client team, understand the context, and ask the right questions.’
- ‘The team of Vincent Vroom, Kim de Bruijn and Tim de Bruijn provides excellent client support.’
- ‘Loyens Loeff’s restructuring and insolvency practice -and Vincent Vroom specifically- offers a strong combination of local market depth and international connectivity.'
- 'The team is pragmatic, responsive, and highly attuned to the needs of financial stakeholders in complex situations.’
- ‘Vincent Vroom is a standout partner in the Netherlands.'
- 'Vincent Vroom delivered clear and pragmatic Dutch advice that integrated smoothly into a complex international process.'
Key clients
- Selecta Group B.V.
- The Board of InterCement Netherlands B.V.
- Eagle Intermediate Global Holding B.V. and Eagle UK Finance Limited (Lycra)
- RoundShield
- Ad hoc group in Just Eat Takeaway.com N.V.
- Oi S.A.
- CZ, VGZ and Zilveren Kruis
Work highlights
Advised Selecta Group B.V. and its subsidiaries on a comprehensive financial restructuring in view of the Selecta Group’s upcoming maturities.
Advised and represented the board of InterCement Netherlands B.V. in a global, multi-billion-dollar, contentious restructuring that involves litigation before various courts in Brazil, the United States, Spain and the Netherlands.
Advised an ad hoc group of Lycra’s noteholders in view of the group’s 2025 maturities.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
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
Vincent Vroom
Other key lawyers
Kim de Bruijn; Joris Dunki Jacobs; Sharita Willigenburg; Tim de Bruijn