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A&O Shearman

Competition/European Law

Europe Guide 2026 : Netherlands

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A&O Shearman

Rankings

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Competition/European Law - Netherlands

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman covers a range of competition law topics, often advising on high-value merger control filings. The law firm further represents clients in investigations into possible anti-competitive behaviour, as well as in challenges to authority decisions and follow-on damages actions.

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Work Highlights

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  • A&O Shearman assisted RTL Group with the phase II investigation into its proposed acquisition by DPG Media.

Strengths

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  • Complex and sophisticated matters are where A&O Shearman really has the most added value for us.

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  • In-depth knowledge is the first thing I think of with the team. It is a big firm with lots of resources.

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  • The lawyers are collaborative, responsive and pragmatic.

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  • We appreciate the team's in-depth knowledge combined with a practical approach.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Kees Schillemans
    Kees Schillemans

    Kees Schillemans

    Kees Schillemans is highly regarded for his work on merger control filings, including those requiring a phase II investigation. He also acts for clients on challenges to merger clearance decisions and appeals against fines, as well as representing them in ACM decisions and follow-on damages actions.

    • Kees Schillemans is one of the leading competition lawyers in the Netherlands. He is top of our list to engage, because he is very pragmatic and quick.

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    • Kees Schillemans is one of the top competition lawyers in the Netherlands.

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    • We appreciate his in-depth knowledge, ability to quickly come to the core of the issue at stake and his practical mindset.

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    • In terms of case strategy and knowing the law and how to apply it for his client, he is very good.

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    • Kees Schillemans is one of the best competition lawyers I've ever worked with; he is fantastic.

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