Lauded by clients for providing ‘services of the highest quality’, De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek demonstrates strength in transactional tax advice and the representation of clients in tax disputes. The team’s varied portfolio extends to expertise in corporate restructurings, tax aspects of pre- and post-transaction structuring and support for corporate re-domiciliation projects. Well versed in both international and domestic tax law, practice head Wiebe Dijkstra covers the full range of corporate transactions and frequently leads in investment-fund-related instructions. Renowned for his in-depth knowledge of M&A tax structuring, Henk van Ravenhorst routinely advises on private equity transactions.
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Testimonials
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‘The De Brauw tax practice is extremely knowledgeable, including esteemed experts in the field. They provide services of the highest quality with the best people, in an efficient manner.'
‘Frank Pötgens is very amiable, professional and effective. He works with flair, is conscientious and an absolute authority in the Dutch tax working field.’
‘The team is very efficient and well aware of our business and needs. As a result of our strong cooperation, our requirements are constantly met.’
‘Henk van Ravenhorst is a down to earth professional. He is very to the point, does not resort to complex legal or tax language, is service minded and goal oriented. His effectiveness is commendable.’
‘Henk van Ravenhorst is practical, knowledgeable and great on engagement with all levels of our organisation. I would highly recommend him.’
‘De Brauw's tax team is just excellent! Very dedicated, knowledgeable, strong in communication and negotiation.'
‘Henk van Ravenhorst is an exceptional M&A tax lawyer. Dedicated, responsive, strong analytical skills, and able to translate complex tax issues into workable solutions. Pragmatic if needed and very pleasant to work with. Strong communicator.’
- 'From my perspective, there is no doubt De Brauw is the absolute best in the Dutch market for M&A transactions involving complex IT and tax aspects.'
Key clients
- Aegon N.V.
- Achmea
- Just Eat Takeaway N.V.
- Flow Traders
- Shell Plc.
- NN Group N.V.
- APG
- Ahold Delhaize
- Parcom
- Rivean Capital
Work highlights
- Advised Aegon the combination of its Dutch operations with a.s.r., a leading Dutch insurance group and its subsequent corporate migration to Bermuda.
- Advised SHV on the divestment of the ERIKS group to Lone Star.
- Advised Ardian, a world-leading private investment house, on the acquisition of 100% of the shares in the Netherlands-based waste management and circular economy platform Attero.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Henk van Ravenhorst
Practice head
Wiebe Dijkstra
Other key lawyers
Henk van Ravenhorst; Frank Pötgens