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NautaDutilh

Banking & Finance: Project Finance

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Banking & Finance

NautaDutilh advises a large number of clients in the financial services sector, including banks, pension funds, insurance companies, private equity houses and hedge funds. We have in-depth expertise in fields such as capital markets, mergers & acquisitions, lending, structured finance, financial litigation, fraud and white-collar crime, market abuse and financial supervision and regulation. We provide advice on derivatives, financial services and regulation to almost all national or international banks, financial institutions and regulatory bodies with interests in the Netherlands. NautaDutilh’s Corporate / M&A group also has a strong presence in advising financial services organisations.

For more information: https://www.nautadutilh.com/en/our-expertise/services/banking-finance and https://www.nautadutilh.com/en/our-expertise/banking-finance/financing

Banking & Finance: Regulatory

With its Financial Law Group, NautaDutilh has one of the premier regulatory practices. We are fully familiar with current regulations and supervisory practice, and their impact on organisations and products. Clients appreciate our added value in this field.

For more information: https://www.nautadutilh.com/en/our-expertise/financial-law/regulatory

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Banking & Finance: Project Finance - Netherlands

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

NautaDutilh has an outstanding reputation for financial regulatory matters, representing financial sector clients in licensing applications, as well as the launch of new products. The regulatory team also advises clients on sustainability regulations. The law firm also has a well-regarded financing practice, assisting borrowers and lenders with real estate and acquisition financing and revolving credit facilities. Its financing practice further encompasses project finance mandates, notably in relation to construction projects and energy infrastructure. The law firm also handles cross-border financings, often involving the USA, Dutch Caribbean or the United Kingdom. The team has experience in financial restructuring and refinancing mandates.

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Work Highlights

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  • NautaDutilh assisted Rabobank and ING Bank with the refinancing of Chemelot.

Strengths

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  • NautaDutilh knows not only the legal side of course but also the key business components, making it really easy to work with the team.

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  • They excel in bridging business requirements with a comprehensive understanding of legal considerations, in addition to their clear communication.

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  • The NautaDutilh team is always on time, respects deadlines and offers clear communication, delivering exceptional client service overall.

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  • NautaDutilh offers expert judgement combined with a practical approach and a hands-on mentality.

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  • They are all very talented lawyers with the ability to discern the material issues and weed out the noise. They understand the market at every level.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Larissa Silverentand
    Larissa Silverentand

    Larissa Silverentand

    Larissa Silverentand is a key figure for banking regulatory matters in the Netherlands, with notable experience in market entries and licensing applications. She also assists with the regulatory aspects of transactions and with investment fund matters.

    • She is responsive, pragmatic and delivers solid support when things get tough. She feels like a partner for me and the company.

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    • Larissa Silverentand is very reachable, but what I appreciate most is that she is very practical and can easily translate complex topics into practical solutions.

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    • She is a real trusted adviser.

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    • Larissa Silverentand has a remarkable combination of excellent expertise and outstanding communication skills. I truly appreciate her dedication and the positive impact she has made.

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    • Larissa Silverentand is an established name in the market.

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  • Frans van der Eerden
    Frans van der Eerden

    Frans van der Eerden

    Frans van der Eerden assists international financial sector clients with regulatory matters, including those involving sustainability regulations. He also represents clients in financial disputes and in the regulatory aspects of corporate transactions within the financial sector.

    • Frans van der Eerden is a sharp and trusted adviser with deep insight into financial regulations and a clear, commercial approach.

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  • Jaco Belder
    Jaco Belder

    Jaco Belder

    Jaco Belder is a seasoned practitioner who is recognised for his ability to handle project finance mandates in the energy, infrastructure and real estate sectors, frequently representing lenders.

    • Jaco Belder has very good knowledge of the Dutch market and provides valuable advice to banks.

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    • Jaco Belder has a strong commercial mindset. He understands the commercial part of the deal we aim for and helps us with that.

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    • Jaco Belder is experienced, knowledgeable and a friendly person to work with.

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  • Diederik Vriesendorp
    Diederik Vriesendorp

    Diederik Vriesendorp

    Diederik Vriesendorp advises lenders on financing and refinancing matters involving the real estate sector. He further assists with revolving credit facility agreements.

    • Diederik is very much aware of the latest developments in the financing space and is able to combine this with the execution of complex deals and tailoring his advice to the commercial case at hand.

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  • Jasha Sprecher
    Jasha Sprecher

    Jasha Sprecher

    Jasha Sprecher acts on licensing matters as well as the transfer of investment portfolios, representing clients before the AFM and Dutch Central Bank. He also has experience in the launch and distribution of financial products.

    • Jasha Sprecher always demonstrates exceptional expertise, professionalism and dedication. I could not be more satisfied with the outcomes he delivers.

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    • Jasha Sprecher is an outstanding professional.

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    • Jasha Sprecher was very thorough and always gave us good, measured advice.

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    • We would certainly recommend him to anyone looking for financial regulatory work in the Netherlands.

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  • Sven Uiterwijk
    Sven Uiterwijk

    Sven Uiterwijk

    Sven Uiterwijk is regularly mandated to assist with the implementation of the DORA for prominent financial institutions, with additional activity advising on the regulatory aspects of corporate transactions and investment and pension funds.

    • Sven Uiterwijk provides excellent service and knowledge of complex regulatory matters. He never fails to provide.

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    • Sven Uiterwijk was of great use with regard to implementation and asking questions.

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