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Restructuring/Insolvency: Administration

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Our team of restructuring and insolvency specialists is an integrated part of the full-service banking & finance department of CMS NL (which comprises of 19 lawyers in total) and advises all types of stakeholders involved in, or impacted by, national and international restructurings and insolvency matters.

Our team also advises companies and their directors and supervisory directors on asset-based lending, multi jurisdiction restructuring and work out scenarios and on all issues relating to directors’ and officers’ liability. The team litigates for this group of clients in these areas of law.

Our lawyers are also regularly appointed by the Dutch Court as administrator and (preliminary) bankruptcy trustee in high-profile insolvency proceedings. Our knowledge and experience of both (debt) restructurings and acting as court-appointed bankruptcy trustees, makes CMS uniquely positioned to advise all stakeholders facing distressed and special situations.

The team’s approach is down to earth, pragmatic and much appreciated in the market.

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What the Team is Known For
CMS is a well-respected law firm with strong expertise in administration work. It is regularly mandated by courts as trustees for large and politically sensitive bankruptcy cases. The team also assists with liquidation proceedings, insolvency investigations and directors' liability issues. It acts for debtors on financial restructurings.
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Work Highlights

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  • CMS acted as bankruptcy trustees of Gerry Weber Retail.

Strengths

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  • The team has extensive knowledge combined with pragmatism, speed of service and personal attention.

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  • The team provides practical answers and shows you all sides of a decision.

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  • CMS' communication approach, combined with its people-minded attitude, ensures that every aspect of the case is treated with care and consideration for all stakeholders involved.

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  • CMS distinguishes itself through its excellent international network and pragmatic approach to complex legal matters.

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  • The team has smart and experienced lawyers with good negotiation skills, availability during evening hours when discussions are tough and who take the lead and stay calm.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Marc van Zanten
    Marc van Zanten

    Marc van Zanten

    Marc van Zanten is often appointed as the bankruptcy trustee of Dutch companies, acting on financial restructurings and bankruptcy proceedings.

    • He is very capable not only in his knowledge, but also in analysing the case and seeing what the particular points that need to be addressed are.

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    • Marc is very experienced and calm.

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    • Marc is a good and highly skilled lawyer who provides excellent assistance and ensures a favourable outcome.

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    • Marc van Zanten's blend of professionalism, insight and empathy sets him apart.

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  • Marlous de Groot
    Marlous de Groot

    Marlous de Groot

    Marlous de Groot acts as a bankruptcy trustee and often assists clients with insolvency investigations.

    • Her thorough preparation and analytical skills, combined with a professional and accessible communication style, make her a highly valued legal adviser.

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    • Marlous de Groot is a capable lawyer and insolvency administrator with a solid approach to her work. She is an attentive listener, which allows her to grasp the concerns of her clients effectively.

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