Europe Guide 2026 : Netherlands
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BarentsKrans’ litigation group consists of several teams: Supreme Court litigation, Corporate, Commercial and Financial Litigation (including Private Enforcement and Arbitration) and Commercial Contracts. The firm combines deep legal expertise with strategic insight, representing clients in high stakes matters before civil courts, the Enterprise Chamber, and in arbitration. Its corporate litigation specialists excel in governance and shareholder conflicts, while the commercial team tackles cross-border contract disputes, liability claims and fraud cases. Financial litigators are pioneers in banking and investment disputes, blending legal, economic and financial knowledge. Known for responsiveness and innovative strategies, BarentsKrans delivers pragmatic solutions that safeguard clients’ interests nationally and internationally.
BarentsKrans stands out as a pioneer in Dutch mass litigation. Since the 1990s, the firm has led landmark collective actions, including the first internet-coordinated case and the billion-euro Dexia settlement. Its team combines deep legal expertise with strategic innovation, offering efficient solutions through models like claim assignment and strong ties to leading litigation funders. Known for reliability and responsiveness, BarentsKrans consistently delivers results in high-profile cases, from financial scandals to global platforms, setting the standard for collective redress in the Netherlands.
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BarentsKrans boasts a strong claimant-side practice in damages disputes and class action cases. The law firm is also particularly active in commercial litigation, representing clients in contractual and shareholder disputes, as well as in financial and bankruptcy-related litigation. Team members are noted for their ability to handle Supreme Court litigation.
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BarentsKrans represented Equilib in cartel damages claims initiated against KLM and other airlines in relation to the air cargo cartel.
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The BarentsKrans department is very solution oriented and delivers high-quality results. It makes complex matters manageable.
BarentsKrans' lawyers always maintain calm, analyse the issue and proceed with strength.
The lawyers are focused on achieving the goal. They also know how to combine a human touch and legal intelligence in their services. They exude dedication and fun.
BarentsKrans has a pragmatic and clear approach, and is very good at getting to the essence of complex legal issues.
The BarentsKrans team is very approachable, proactive and practical. It also really tries to think with a business sense about what would work for us as a company.
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Martijn van Maanen frequently represents plaintiffs in follow-on damages claims, especially those involving competition law infringements. He also advises on liability issues arising from insolvency-related litigation.
Philip Fruytier is highlighted for his specialised focus on Supreme Court litigation proceedings, demonstrating recent expertise in climate litigation and contractual disputes. He additionally acts on high-profile competition law claims, including abuse of dominance and follow-on damages actions under the WAMCA regime.
Philip Fruytier is very good at what he does. He is a strong technical lawyer with great analytical skills. He goes to the heart of the matter quickly.
I was impressed by Philip Fruytier. He is a very bright legal mind and a pleasure to work with.
He is on top of his work and ready way in advance.
Philip listens well and responds quickly. He is also a pleasant person to work with.
Philip Fruytier provided us with excellent assistance and support in Dutch Supreme Court proceedings.
Rieme-Jan Tjittes assists with contractual disputes and the setting aside of arbitral awards. He is well equipped to represent clients before the Supreme Court.
William Schonewille is noted for his skill in handling sizeable class actions for plaintiffs, as well as financial litigation cases.
I am very impressed by his professionalism, knowledge and expertise, as well as the way he tackles matters and manages to bring them to success.
I can really rely on William Schonewille. He is very experienced and I can always reach out to him whenever I need to ask him something.
He has never let me down. In fact, he has consistently exceeded my expectations.
William Schonewille is a very competent and trustworthy attorney.
William Schonewille is one of the few litigators who is both a litigation veteran and can do his maths, which enables him to take on very complex financial litigation.
Litigation
Litigation: Mass Torts: Mainly Plaintiffs
Litigation: Mass Torts: Mainly Plaintiffs
Supreme Court Litigation
Supreme Court Litigation
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Martijn van Maanen
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