Counting corporates, financial institutions and court-appointed trustees among its key clients, Wijn & Stael Advocaten N.V. advises on a wide spectrum of domestic and cross-border restructuring and bankruptcy matters. Noor Zetteler focuses on financing, securities and insolvency issues, while Remco Vermaire‘s practice covers restructuring issues for businesses, directors and lenders. Thijs van Zanten, a seasoned litigator, has notable experience in insolvency-related liability disputes and Supreme Court-level procedural work. Robert van Faassen specialises in bankruptcy law and Anne Mennens brings financing expertise to restructuring and insolvency matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Professional, creative, customer is central. Integrity.’
- 'Remco Vermaire: Sharp, calm, thinking steps ahead.'
- ‘The team was excellent, as a client I really felt their support, especially in the very challenging times for our company.'
- ‘Noor Zetteler is competent, open, in control of the process, easy and fast in making decisions , and a very nice person to work with.'
- 'Noor Zetteler: clear and direct communicator, aimed at reaching solutions.'
- ‘Good knowledge, good team.'
Key clients
- Conservatrix GINAF Trucks Nederland B.V. Rabobank (trustees of Eurocommerce) Rabobank Direct Pay The Phone House MRG Logistics ABN AMRO Mirage Retail Group
Work highlights
Appointed as trustee in the insolvency of GINAF Trucks, a renowned Dutch manufacturer of customized heavy-duty trucks, leading to a successful restart and sale to an international investment company.
Advised Rabobank on the failed WHOA restructuring of Direct Pay Group and acted in follow-up litigation.
Representing the bankruptcy trustees of Conservatrix in landmark arbitration and enforcement proceedings seeking over €215 million in damages from its former shareholder.
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
Noor Zetteler; Remco Vermaire; Robert van Faassen; Thijs van Zanten
Other key lawyers
Anne Mennens