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A&O Shearman

Corporate/M&A: €250 million and above

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A&O Shearman

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Corporate/M&A: €250 million and above - Netherlands

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What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman boasts a market-leading presence in the M&A market in the Netherlands. The team has extensive experience in handling high-value transactions for a domestic and international client base that includes both public companies and private equity houses. Team members assist clients with joint ventures, cross-border acquisitions, divestments and investment rounds. The law firm is active in transactions involving the technology, life sciences and energy and natural resources sectors.

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Work Highlights

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  • A&O Shearman advised Bending Spoons on its strategic acquisition of WeTransfer.

Strengths

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  • The team at A&O Shearman is very proactive, pragmatic and hands-on. It has a can-do attitude and always looks for solutions.

    Corporate/M&A: €250 million and above respondentEurope

  • A&O Shearman stands out for its in-depth knowledge. The team is very client-oriented, pragmatic and agile.

    Corporate/M&A: €250 million and above respondentEurope

  • A&O Shearman has consistently demonstrated a deep understanding of the private equity landscape, delivering commercially astute advice that aligns with our strategic objectives.

    Corporate/M&A: €250 million and above respondentEurope

  • A&O Shearman's lawyers are at the very top of their game and at one of the few law firms in the Netherlands for complex, big-ticket M&A.

    Corporate/M&A: €250 million and above respondentEurope

  • A&O Shearman is our go-to law firm in the Netherlands. It is fantastic at managing complex, multijurisdictional transactions and has a really good understanding of commercial goals.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Karine Kodde
    Karine Kodde

    Karine Kodde

    Karine Kodde is a reputable figure in private equity in the Dutch market, acting on investments, acquisitions and share sale transactions.

    • Karine Kodde is a seasoned and high-quality dealmaker.

      Corporate/M&A: €250 million and above respondentEurope

    • Karine Kodde is extremely smart, has very deep technical and market knowledge and is a gifted negotiator.

      Corporate/M&A: €250 million and above respondentEurope

    • Karine Kodde has a great standing in the market.

      Corporate/M&A: €250 million and above respondentEurope

    • Karine Kodde is the only senior partner we ever go to in the Netherlands.

      Corporate/M&A: €250 million and above respondentEurope
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  • Tim Stevens
    Tim Stevens

    Tim Stevens

    Tim Stevens is a well-recognised lawyer in the Dutch M&A market. He is particularly known for advising on public offers and business combinations, usually assisting Dutch clients with cross-border matters.

    • Tim Stevens is a very good strategic thinker and understands what steps another party will take and when.

      Corporate/M&A: €250 million and above respondentEurope

    • Tim Stevens understands the business components very well.

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  • Charles Honée
    Charles Honée

    Charles Honée

    Charles Honée holds significant experience in corporate transactions, including joint ventures, equity investments and cross-border acquisitions. He is a popular choice among private equity and investment firms, as well as companies operating in the energy sector.

    • Charles Honée dares to take strong positions backed by decent tactical and content-driven considerations.

      Corporate/M&A: €250 million and above respondentEurope

    • Charles Honée is very commercially oriented and has a high level of sophistication.

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  • Christiaan de Brauw
    Christiaan de Brauw

    Christiaan de Brauw

    Christiaan de Brauw advises clients on public takeover offers, as well as cross-border investment rounds and sales. He attracts companies active in the life sciences, technology and finance sectors.

    • Christiaan de Brauw combines deep knowledge and experience with a solution-oriented approach.

      Corporate/M&A: €250 million and above respondentEurope

    • Christiaan de Brauw is a senior boardroom adviser who is trusted by many listed companies.

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  • Justin Steer
    Justin Steer

    Justin Steer

    Justin Steer advises multinational companies and private equity houses on acquisitions and sales in the life sciences, financial services, technology and industrial chemical industries.

    • Justin Steer is an excellent outside partner for our business. He takes the time to understand our group and our strategy and takes care to align his team with ours.

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  • Jasper de Jong
    Jasper de Jong

    Jasper de Jong

    Jasper de Jong is well regarded amongst private equity clients for handling acquisitions, sales, mergers and investment rounds.

    • Jasper de Jong is always responsive, clear in his communication and highly attuned to the commercial context, making him a pleasure to work with and a key contributor to successful outcomes.

      Corporate/M&A: €250 million and above respondentEurope

    • Jasper de Jong is a standout professional whose sharp legal acumen and pragmatic approach consistently add real value to our transactions.

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  • Katinka Middelkoop
    Katinka Middelkoop

    Katinka Middelkoop

    Katinka Middelkoop offers wide-reaching experience to clients in corporate mandates. She advises on equity acquisitions as well as transactions in the energy and financial services fields.

    • Katinka Middelkoop is pragmatic and provides hands-on legal advice and knowledge of the market.

      Corporate/M&A: €250 million and above respondentEurope

    • Katinka Middelkoop has strong knowledge of what the client needs and wants. Her team gets the job done.

      Corporate/M&A: €250 million and above respondentEurope

    • Katinka Middelkoop always looks for solutions.

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    • We are happy to have worked with her.

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