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Market developments, globalisation and changing laws and regulations constantly force companies to make strategic decisions, adjust the way they do business, or review their corporate structure.

These are often decisions that rely on legal expertise. This may involve supervising mergers and acquisitions, structuring joint ventures, setting up companies, or advising on corporate governance. It is often about complex structures – particularly in international cases. The quality of the decision making process in each instance relies on access to broad knowledge, insight and experience, combined with a solution-based approach.

NautaDutilh's corporate group provides this knowledge, insight and experience and is responsible for a large number of corporate law innovations. NautaDutilh works in specialised, cross-firm sector teams enabling us to have a thorough knowledge of clients and the environments in which they operate.

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

Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A: €250 million and above - Netherlands

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

NautaDutilh covers a broad range of high-value, multi-jurisdictional transactions, advising clients on mergers, acquisitions and divestments. The law firm also has experience assisting consortiums with public tender offers. NautaDutilh has a strong presence in the Benelux region and provides expertise to clients looking to form strategic partnerships in the region. Team members also represent clients in take-private transactions and funding rounds. The law firm often acts on transactions in the pharmaceutical and financial services sectors.

Work Highlights

  • NautaDutilh advised NIBC Bank on the sale of a EUR2.7 billion

    residential mortgage loan portfolio to Stichting Pensioenfonds ABP.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Joost den Engelsman
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Joost den Engelsman
2
Band 2

Joost den Engelsman advises clients on acquisitions and joint ventures. In addition, he assists clients with business combinations and acts for private equity houses on investments.

Joost den Engelsman consistently demonstrates sound judgement and a practical, commercial mindset, which is invaluable in complex and cross-border transactions.

Joost den Engelsman is knowledgeable, reactive and pragmatic. He is always there when we need him and goes the extra mile for us.

Joost combines rock‑solid technical mastery with exceptional client care. His commercial insight and determination to achieve the best outcome make him one of our first calls on challenging deals.

He brings a strong blend of technical legal expertise and a clear understanding of our commercial objectives, enabling him to structure and negotiate deals that align closely with our strategic goals.

He is a highly trusted adviser who brings clarity, dedication and a calm, solution-driven approach to even the most complex deals.

Lieke van der Velden
3
Lieke van der Velden
3
Band 3

Lieke van der Velden assists financial sector, media and insurance clients with transactions, including acquisitions, sales and business combinations.

Lieke van der Velden is the perfect partner for complex M&A transactions. She keeps her eye on the ball and the final goal in mind.

Lieke van der Velden is a sharp negotiator who keeps the bigger picture in mind and ensures that she does not lose the other side in the process.

Lieke van der Velden has very keen commercial awareness and is extraordinarily responsive.

Lieke van der Velden is our go-to lawyer for complicated and high-end transactions.

Lieke van der Velden is very knowledgeable and knows what the client needs. She gets the job done.

Jeroen Preller
5
Jeroen Preller
5
Band 5

Jeroen Preller assists private equity clients with acquisitions, share transfers and divestments, in addition to corporates active in the healthcare and construction sectors.

Everyone has him on speed dial at our company.

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Jacqueline Clement
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Up and Coming

Jacqueline Clement is well placed to support clients on high-stakes corporate transactions, including mergers, sales and acquisitions in the insurance, healthcare and financial services sectors.

Jacqueline Clement has excellent legal skills and is a great person to work with. She is always on the ball, as well as friendly and professional.

Jacqueline Clement is a sharp, pragmatic and highly professional lawyer.

Jacqueline Clement is a hands-on lawyer with a can-do mentality. She is one to watch for the future.

Jacqueline is a very promising talent who is very skilled legally.

I really like working with Jacqueline Clement. She is just a very nice person to work with, as well as approachable and personable. The quality of her work is also very good.

Stefan Wissing
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Stefan Wissing
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Up and Coming

Stefan Wissing assists clients from the insurance and retail sectors with mergers and is particularly known for his expertise in public M&A, making him a trusted adviser for listed companies.

Stefan Wissing is a great strategic and clear thinker.

Stefan Wissing is a very good lawyer with very in-depth knowledge.

Ranked Lawyers at
NautaDutilh

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Netherlands

Corporate/M&A: €250 million and above

Joost den Engelsman
2
Joost den Engelsman
2
Band 2
Lieke van der Velden
3
Lieke van der Velden
3
Band 3
Jeroen Preller
5
Jeroen Preller
5
Band 5
U
Jacqueline Clement
U
Up and Coming
Stefan Wissing
U
Stefan Wissing
U
Up and Coming

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