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Freshfields

Restructuring/Insolvency

Europe Guide 2026 : Netherlands


Freshfields

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Restructuring/Insolvency - Netherlands

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Freshfields is a well-respected international law firm whose team has a focus on complex restructuring and insolvency cases. Noted for its advice on cross-border restructurings, the law firm often acts for lenders and guarantors, as well as representing debtors from a number of industries. It regularly assists with contingency plans and financing agreements. The team is experienced in litigation regarding claim validation disputes. Team members are also noted for advising on the acquisition, restructuring and subsequent liquidation of distressed companies by investors. The team collaborates closely with the law firm's offices in other jurisdictions on cross-border mandates.

Work Highlights

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  • Freshfields advised Gordon Brothers as the main secured creditor on the Blokker bankruptcy proceedings.

Strengths

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  • The team has a hands-on approach, its members are straight shooters.

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  • Freshfields offers good legal support, proactive advice and stakeholder management in complex situations.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Michael Broeders
    Band 2Michael Broeders

    Michael Broeders

    Michael Broeders has experience assisting clients with WHOA proceedings. He also acts on distressed M&A transactions. He acts for both creditors and debtors on refinancing matters.

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