Department profile
OX & WOLF

General Business Law

Global Guide 2026 : Curaçao


OX & WOLF

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About

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Main Areas of Practice


Our expertise

Banking, Investment Management and Finance, Commercial Contracts, Corporate, Mergers and Acquisitions, Employment, Hospitality and Leisure, Insurance and Liability, Intellectual Property, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, Real Estate and Property Development, Regulatory, Shipping, Transport and Logistics, Tech, Data, Telecom and Entertainment.

International Work

Our clients

OX & WOLF is the recognized sparring partner of a variety of local and international companies and high-net-worth individuals. We also count regulatory and government organizations among our clients. As the go-to firm for comprehensive international cases with an interest in the Dutch Caribbean, we are often referred to by top law firms in Europe, the Americas and the Caribbean.

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General Business Law - Curaçao


What the Team is Known For

OX & WOLF continues to leave a strong impression on the market, possessing particular strengths in shipping and real estate matters. Several members of the team are also active in litigation. The firm is a popular choice for international law firms seeking expertise in Curaçao.

Work Highlights

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  • OX & WOLF assisted Cementos Progreso Holdings with the USD950 million financing for its acquisition of Cemex's operations in Haiti and the Dominican Republic.

Strengths

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  • The lawyers at OX & WOLF respond immediately.

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  • The team collaborates with international law firms when deemed necessary, particularly on highly specialised projects that require niche expertise.

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  • The law firm has a very hands-on and no-nonsense approach. It is responsive, knowledgeable and to the point.

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  • OX & WOLF thinks ahead and understands the relationship that we want to have with our clients.

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  • OX & WOLF is our go-to law firm in the region because it has many specialities under one roof.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Sabine Altena
    Band 1Sabine Altena

    Sabine Altena

    Sabine Altena is an experienced lawyer who is well respected for her work advising on financing agreements, as well as being noted for her litigation expertise.

    • Sabine Altena is very impressive. She's very practical, reliable and knowledgeable.

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    • Sabina is very approachable, fast and detailed.

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  • Band 2Mayesi Hammoud
    Band 2Mayesi Hammoud

    Mayesi Hammoud

    Mayesi Hammoud is a highly regarded lawyer who is well respected for her work in litigation. Her clients include international banks, as well as public bodies. She also acts on real estate matters.

    • Mayesi Hammoud is a terrific lawyer. Her clients love her and her work is simply very good.

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    • Mayesi offers quality, expertise and strategic thinking.

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  • Band 2Willemieke Princée
    Band 2Willemieke Princée

    Willemieke Princée

    Willemieke Princée is a highly regarded lawyer who is co-managing partner of OX & WOLF. She represents clients in commercial litigation, including shipping disputes.

    • Willemieke has a very international practice. She's strategic and practical in her approach.

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    • Willemieke Princée is a very sharp litigation specialist.

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    • Willemieke knows exactly what she's doing and has a keen eye for what the argument is.

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    • When cases become quite complex, she knows how to pinpoint the relevant facts.

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    • She's very to the point and pragmatic, as well as customer-oriented. She takes a detailed but nevertheless pragmatic approach, which is a good combination.

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  • Band 3Carine Jänsch
    Band 3Carine Jänsch

    Carine Jänsch

    Carine Jänsch is widely recognised as an expert in intellectual property in Curaçao. In addition, she assists domestic and international companies with an array of commercial and employment matters.

    • Carine is a very experienced and sharp professional.

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    • Carine Jänsch demonstrates very intricate knowledge of legislation. She offers very good responsiveness.

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    • She is very approachable and has wide knowledge.

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  • Up and ComingSueena Francisco
    Up and ComingSueena Francisco

    Sueena Francisco

    Sueena Francisco is frequently seen advising on both contentious and non-contentious matters, including corporate, banking and real estate mandates.

    • Sueena is very thorough.

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    • Sueena Francisco delivers high-level work and has good strategic thinking.

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    • Sueena is highly attuned to client needs, asking insightful questions and offering practical solutions to both legal and business matters.

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  • SpotlightMichiel van den Brink
    SpotlightMichiel van den Brink

    Michiel van den Brink

    Bonaire-based Michiel van den Brink is noted for his versatility, with the capacity to represent clients in litigation as well as advise on M&A transactions. He is particularly noted for his work on real estate transactions.

    • He's a very well-regarded lawyer, especially in real estate.

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    • Michiel van den Brink is a dedicated and smart counsel.

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    • He's excellent, very sought-after and probably one of the best real estate lawyers on the island.

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Ranked Individuals at OX & WOLF (6)

Bonaire (special municipality of The Netherlands)

Curaçao

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