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  • Full-service: Our Real Estate practice follows a full-service model that offers complementary advice in leasing, finance, construction, zoning, planning, tax, notarial and environmental
  • International real estate: Building on our domestic strength, Dentons is the preferred choice of Dutch counsel for international real estate investors seeking to acquire real estate in the Netherlands
  • Leasing: Dentons has the best commercial leasing practice in the Netherlands and is considered the go-to firm for both landlords and tenants seeking a legal advisor to negotiate the best lease terms as well as for robust representation in leasing disputes
  • Real estate disputes: Dentons has a strong real estate disputes practice and we are frequently hired by real estate developers, owners of corporate real estate, landlords, and tenants to represent them in contentious situations, and in litigation
  • Tax: With real estate in the Netherlands heavily tax driven, an integrated real estate and tax service is critical to our client offering
  • Notaries: In the Netherlands, notaries play a vital role in real estate transactions
  • Real estate finance: We have a large and active Real Estate Finance practice, led by partner Marcel Janssen
  • Construction: Our construction lawyers work on complex (inter)national and challenging projects, for investors, project owners and contractors, as well as providing construction law advice on real estate transactions. Our Dutch construction work is led by partner Başak Küçük

Chambers Review

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Real Estate - Netherlands

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Dentons acts for clients on matters involving a range of asset classes, including retail, residential and logistics properties. The law firm advises on a broad scope of real estate transactions, including the acquisition of land, portfolio sales and forward funding matters. It also assists with portfolio management and leasing matters, as well as development projects. Team members have experience representing clients in real estate disputes. Clients benefit from the law firm's network of offices for advice on cross-border transactions.

Work Highlights

  • Dentons advised CBRE Investment Management on the sale of the Sypesteyn office building to NSI.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Wendela Raas
E
Wendela Raas
E
Eminent Practitioners

Wendela Raas is well known for her lease law expertise and is particularly active in matters in the retail sector. She also advises on development projects, contentious matters and portfolio management. Raas acts as chief executive officer of Dentons Europe.

Paul Wanders
2
Paul Wanders
2
Band 2
Paul Wanders advises clients on property acquisitions and portfolio sales, as well as assisting with built-to-suit development projects.

Paul Wanders combines deep legal expertise with strong commercial insight. He is highly experienced and thoughtful, always taking the time to consider the bigger picture while also advising on the details that matter.

He shows sensitivity for time-critical matters and is always available if needed.

His contribution has been instrumental in enabling us to successfully execute some truly outstanding deals.

Paul Wanders is a very experienced, practical and knowledgeable lawyer.

Dirk-Jan Gondrie
4
Dirk-Jan Gondrie
4
Band 4

Head of department Dirk-Jan Gondrie is well known for his expertise in advising clients on the sale and acquisition of real estate assets, including office buildings, logistics sites and industrial developments.

Dirk-Jan Gondrie is becoming one of the most skilled and qualified lawyers in the Dutch real estate market.

Dirk-Jan Gondrie stands by his clients and is really down to earth.

Jeroen le Clercq
4
Jeroen le Clercq
4
Band 4

Jeroen le Clercq assists clients with development projects, disputes and real estate transactions. He also advises on refinancings, land acquisitions and leasing matters.

Jeroen's personal and hands-on approach stands out. It feels like true teamwork, with him focused on getting things done efficiently and effectively.

Jeroen le Clercq is always available, has a pragmatic approach and fully understands our business needs.

Jeroen le Clercq is well informed, flexible, realistic in discussions and creative in finding solutions.

Jeroen has a very professional and calm demeanour, which is effective in complex negotiations and dispute resolution.

We are very pleased with his knowledge and know-how.

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Real Estate

Wendela Raas
E
Wendela Raas
E
Eminent Practitioners
Paul Wanders
2
Paul Wanders
2
Band 2
Dirk-Jan Gondrie
4
Dirk-Jan Gondrie
4
Band 4
Jeroen le Clercq
4
Jeroen le Clercq
4
Band 4

Members

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Bas van der Reep

Başak Küçük

Cornelie Arnouts

Dirk-Jan Gondrie

Head of Department

Femke de Wolf

Harti Dumatubun

Ines van Dijk

Jeroen le Clercq

Marcel Janssen

Sebastiaan Wijsman

Valentijn Leijh

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Athora

Ayvens

BPD

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Cushman & Wakefield

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Edmond de Rothschild Real Estate Investment Management

EuroParcs

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Fletcher Hotels

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Hines

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Iroko Zen

Jamestown

Newomij

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Pathé

Pictet

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Savills IM

Schroders Capital

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