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NautaDutilh

White-Collar Crime

Europe Guide 2026 : Netherlands


NautaDutilh

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NautaDutilh's Corporate Investigations team has extensive experience in conducting complex and sensitive internal investigations for clients in many sectors to follow up indications of potential irregularities.

We have helped numerous clients set up and conduct an appropriate internal investigation. Working with IT specialists and forensic accountants, our lawyers can also provide advice on electronic data protection and analysis. They are experts in interviewing witnesses and highly skilled in accurately reporting findings of facts. In addition, our lawyers know how to follow up on the results of an internal investigation. That includes recovering any loss or damage, advising on disciplinary measures, and negotiating with the regulatory authorities or the Public Prosecution Service. Avoiding publicity is of course crucial in all of this. Our Corporate Investigations team supervises and, where necessary, drives the entire process, from the initial measures when a potential irregularity first comes to light to an effective solution. NautaDutilh has special teams to cover specific topics in the field of Corporate Crime, such as AML & Sanctions, Anti-corruption, Compliance and of course assistance in Dawn Raids and investigations.

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

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What the Team is Known For
NautaDutilh is a respected team handling a broad range of investigative and litigious work for financial institutions and multinational energy companies. The law firm advises clients on investigations into bribery allegations and subsequent criminal proceedings. Additionally, it advises clients on compliance with sanctions and anti-money laundering regulations. The team assists with investigations concerning accounting irregularities and breaches of environmental legislation.

Work Highlights

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  • NautaDutilh represented the UBO of Biodiesel Amsterdam and related companies, Peter Bakker, in proceedings brought by the Dutch Public Prosecution Service concerning accusations of environmental regulation violations, providing additional assistance with the appeal process.

Strengths

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  • NautaDutilh is a good law firm that is always there when I need it and pragmatic when needed. The team is also knowledgeable and hands-on.

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  • Working with NautaDutilh has been a seamless process, where our insights and needs effectively merge with the team's expert guidance, leading to innovative and effective solutions.

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  • I am very impressed by NautaDutilh. The team helps me every step of the way and it digs into the issues in a smart manner.

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  • The NautaDutilh team is very hands-on, pragmatic and approachable, as well as always available and proactive.

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  • Their rigorous approach has consistently prompted us to explore alternative strategies, enhancing the robustness of our legal position and ensuring thorough preparedness in complex matters.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Marike Bakker
    Band 2Marike Bakker

    Marike Bakker

    Marike Bakker often represents clients in investigations into possible breaches of environmental regulations. She also advises on allegations of accounting irregularities and bribery. She additionally assists with compliance with sanctions and anti-money laundering regulations.

    • Marike Bakker is very hands-on, very well aware of the situation within our business and is always prepared to go the extra mile.

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    • Marike Bakker has a very broad view of the whole situation.

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    • Marike Bakker is a safe pair of hands.

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    • Her approach gives the client a lot of confidence that the matter is in the right hands with her.

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