Department profile
NautaDutilh

Competition/European Law

Europe Guide 2026 : Netherlands


NautaDutilh

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About

Provided by NautaDutilh

NautaDutilh is fully versed in EU and national competition law in all market sectors. Competition law is an integral component of our services along with administrative law, criminal law and corporate governance – a combination that delivers the most practical advice on the feasibility of joint venture agreements and vertical agreements. This includes advice on trust risks in the case of mergers, whether or not cross-border.

For more information: https://www.nautadutilh.com/en/our-expertise/services/competition

Chambers Review

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Competition/European Law - Netherlands

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

NautaDutilh moves up in the rankings on the back of involvement in significant merger control filings and high-profile damages actions. The law firm also advises on both behavioural investigations and foreign direct investment notifications. Team members are active in state aid mandates. The team is a popular choice with transport and financial services sector clients.

Work Highlights

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  • NautaDutilh acted for Lufthansa on follow-on damages actions arising from the EC's air cargo cartel decision.

Strengths

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  • The team has a lot of knowledge and provides understandable and clear advice.

    Competition/European Law respondentEurope
  • The lawyers not only answer legal questions but also think strategically, with a strong sense of the context and underlying interests.

    Competition/European Law respondentEurope
  • The lawyers take a thoughtful and big-picture approach, are highly skilled and are a pleasure to work with.

    Competition/European Law respondentEurope
  • We appreciate the team's experience, open culture and most of all the practical approach.

    Competition/European Law respondentEurope
  • The team provides an exceptional level of service. It is highly recommended for its ability to flawlessly execute and for its pragmatic matter management.

    Competition/European Law respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Mauricette Schaufeli
    Band 2Mauricette Schaufeli

    Mauricette Schaufeli

    Mauricette Schaufeli particularly advises clients on merger control filings and follow-on damages actions. She has additional experience in state aid and FDI filings.

    • She consistently demonstrates sharp judgment, strategic insight, and a strong sense of commitment. Her ability to operate effectively at the highest levels of decision-making sets her apart.

      Competition/European Law respondentEurope
    • Mauricette Schaufeli is a pleasure to work with. She is smart, sharp and highly skilled.

      Competition/European Law respondentEurope

Ranked Individuals at NautaDutilh (1)

Netherlands

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