DVDW Advocaten‘s restructuring and insolvency team advises a broad range of clients on high-stakes bankruptcies, complex restructurings and the integration of distressed businesses. The practice benefits from the firm’s deep experience acting in major bankruptcies, pre-packs, suspension of payments proceedings and WHOA-related roles. The team is jointly led by Theo Hanssen and Rens van den Heuvel, both of whom bring deep experience in complex restructurings and insolvency situations.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team is very skilled and has broad experience.’
- ‘I have had particularly good experiences with partner Christiaan Groenewoud and his team. They advocate a pragmatic and effective approach, but always with a solid legal foundation.’
- ‘Christiaan Groenewoud is a true expert in his field. He has outstanding legal knowledge and offers sharp insights.’
- ‘Their ability to navigate multi-party dynamics and align interests has proven essential.'
- 'The lawyers demonstrate strong stakeholder management and guide processes with clarity and efficiency. Their diverse expertise allows for seamless coordination across legal, financial, and commercial aspects.’
- ‘The individuals we work with are approachable, thoughtful, and not afraid to advise against a course of action when needed—always backed by sound reasoning and legal insight.'
Key clients
- Bankruptcy trustee to Rosun B.V. Bankruptcy trustee to Telerscoöperatie FresQ U.A. in liquidation Bankruptcy trustee to Anode Energie Bankruptcy trustee to Innogenerics B.V. Bankruptcy trustee to Direct Pay BNG Bank N.V Bankruptcy trustee to Royal Imtech N.V. Standard Investment Bankruptcy trustee to GeoJunxion B.V. Dutch E-Mobility Group and NewPort Capital
Work highlights
Acted as the court appointed bankruptcy trustee to Royal Imtech N.V.
Advised BNG Bank N.V. in the restructuring and later bankruptcy of Blue Sphere Brabant B.V.
Acted as the court appointed bankruptcy trustee to Telerscoöperatie FresQ U.A. in liquidation.
Practice head
Theo Hanssen; Rens van den Heuvel
Other key lawyers
Christiaan Groenewoud; Erwin Bos; Juliette van der Wiel