About

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Our team advises on a wide range of dispute resolution, including corporate disputes, financial disputes, commercial disputes, construction-related disputes, indemnity and reinsurance disputes and energy project disputes. We take a practical approach to disputes and use ADR effectively, combining litigation with mediation and arbitration expertise to achieve the best results.

With our extensive European footprint, CMS is particularly adept at putting together large cross-departmental teams to handle multi-jurisdictional disputes.

We handle high profile cases for major national and international organisations. In the last year we have continued to handle many high profile cases for key market players across multiple sectors.

On top of the regular legal support, we are able to offer a practical - hands-on – Risk Management approach that seamlessly fits into the specific business needs of our clients.

Drawing on our extensive experience in navigating intricate, high-stakes disputes, our firm offers unparalleled expertise in advising clients facing significant fraud allegations and recovery proceedings. We have deep understanding of the multifaceted challenges inherent in fraud cases and strategically advise on a full spectrum of legal remedies to secure our clients' interests.

Our innovative approach ensures our clients benefit from a seamless service on their business-critical disputes.

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Chambers Review

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Litigation - Netherlands

5
Band 5

What the Team is Known For

CMS attracts significant multinational corporates seeking assistance with corporate litigation proceedings in the Netherlands, including joint venture and post-M&A disputes. The team is also adept at assessing violations of contractual agreements, such as distribution and procurement contracts. Its expertise further covers product liability issues, corporate fraud and enforcement proceedings for arbitral awards.

Work Highlights

  • CMS advised Hubei Forbon Technology on a post-M&A dispute related to its acquisition of Holland Novochem.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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5
Bart-Adriaan de Ruijter
5
Band 5

Bart-Adriaan de Ruijter regularly advises clients on cross-border commercial disputes and damages claims, with additional expertise in enforcement proceedings.

Bart-Adriaan is always accessible, highly responsive and acts as a true sparring partner throughout the deal process.

Bart-Adriaan is always available, razor sharp in his advice and exceptionally tenacious. His dedication consistently leads to outstanding results.

Bart-Adriaan de Ruijter is a team player and strong negotiator.

He has the ability to think outside of the box and come up with innovative strategies.

What truly sets Bart-Adriaan apart from his peers is his rare combination of legal sharpness, strategic thinking and calm, practical leadership. He does not just advise, he guides.

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Netherlands

Litigation

5
Bart-Adriaan de Ruijter
5
Band 5

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