Europe Guide 2026 : Netherlands
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Provided by BLD Ekelmans
We support insurers across the full chain of insurance activity, including product development, policy wording and risk acceptance procedures. We advise on distribution structures and contractual relations with intermediaries, and represent insurers in coverage disputes and claims handling. We also have strong expertise in fraud prevention and investigation for insurers, healthcare insurers, banks, corporates and life insurers. Our work includes compliance advice on GDPR, the AI Act and data use, recourse actions and corporate advisory on regulatory requirements, privacy, artificial intelligence and contracts.
We support insurers across the full chain of insurance activity:
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BLD Ekelmans has a long track record advising on high-profile cases. The team is noted for its particular expertise in healthcare insurance matters. The contentious side of the practice also covers professional, D&O and general liability concerning construction and property damage. The law firm further advises on reinsurance and business interruption matters, as well as regulatory issues.
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One of the most defining strengths of BLD Ekelmans is its specialised knowledge in insurance law, particularly in the context of Dutch regulatory frameworks.
BLD Ekelmans has extensive knowledge and experience, works meticulously and maintains a practical approach. The team is also up to date with the latest developments.
BLD Ekelmans is a specialised law firm with extensive knowledge of the insurance world.
The BLD Ekelmans team is always available and delivers fast and thorough advice.
The lawyers always keep a close eye on the bigger picture.
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Frank Schaaf offers diverse legal expertise in contentious and non-contentious matters in the insurance sector. He has significant experience in coverage disputes, policy interpretations and product and property liability cases.
Frank Schaaf is a reliable lawyer who handles liability cases with sharp knowledge and expertise. He is friendly, always makes time and is an excellent listener.
Frank Schaaf has extensive knowledge of the insurance market. He is very accessible, clear, realistic and open to solutions.
Frank Schaaf is always switched on and sharp, and he proactively thinks along with insurers. He is also extremely friendly and approachable in his interactions.
Frank Schaaf is a very experienced partner.
Working with Frank makes my own work much easier.
Jan Ekelmans is a decisive and down-to-earth lawyer who does not hesitate to take on difficult decisions and see them through.
Jan Ekelmans is a great strategist. He understands complex legal matters and knows how to guide clients through them.
We very much appreciate working with Jan Ekelmans.
Insurance
Head of Insurance
Provided by BLD Ekelmans
Frank Schaaf
Astrid van Noort
Head of Department
Sanne van der Salm
Fleur van Kersbergen
David de Knijff
Rob Kossen
Frederike Rijpkema
Jessica Roos
Abdi Youssuf
Marcella de Haan
Head of Department
Elieske Kallenberg
Mustafa Sajjad
Daan Spoorman
Casper Rooijakkers
Marieke van der Keur
Pim Lieffering
Anne-Mieke Dumoulin-Siemens
Frank Schaaf
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