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Stibbe

Public Law: Planning and Environment

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Public Law: Planning and Environment - Netherlands

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
Stibbe has a highly esteemed team with an impressive offering in public and planning and environmental law. The law firm is well respected for its advisory work on the impact of legislative changes. The team acts for both municipalities and private clients, with notable experience advising private sector clients on Dutch gambling law and additional strength in planning and zoning matters. It often assists clients with environmental permits and nature conservation legislation.
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Work Highlights

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  • Stibbe represented the Association for Equal Rights for Landowners in proceedings centred around allegations of unlawful preferential treatment by the Dutch government, as well as settlement negotiations.

Strengths

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  • Stibbe has talented associates and experienced partners who combine deep technical knowledge in a complex and quickly changing field with a strategic and solution-oriented approach.

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  • Stibbe is very proactive, has a keen eye for our interests and is excellent at its work, as evidenced by its written work. The lawyers are to the point, easily accessible and timely in their work.

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  • Stibbe has great depth of knowledge and experience of working with regulators which informs its position. The team is excellent at keeping on top of issues in the industry.

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  • Stibbe distinguishes itself by providing very thorough, in-depth and legally sound analysis of the pros and cons of a legal issue, as well as nuanced advice on the way forward.

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  • Stibbe's expertise and experience are undisputed, and the team provides output that is both directly usable and easy to understand.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Anna Collignon
    Anna Collignon

    Anna Collignon

    Anna Collignon offers a respected planning and environmental law practice, regularly assisting clients with nature protection legislation, environmental permits, nitrogen emissions regulations and administrative law enforcement proceedings.

    • Anna distinguishes herself by providing very thorough, in-depth and legally sound analysis of the pros and cons of a legal issue, as well as nuanced advice on the way forward.

      Public Law: Planning and Environment respondentEurope

    • Anna Collignon responds quickly and well to different needs of abstraction and provides valued foresights. She keeps an eye on the client's business projects and intersectional legal developments.

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    • Thanks to her positive attitude, expertise and commitment, she makes a noticeable contribution to a pleasant and productive working relationship.

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  • Jan Reinier van Angeren
    Jan Reinier van Angeren

    Jan Reinier van Angeren

    Jan Reinier van Angeren boasts an established practice advising public bodies on administrative and procurement law matters. He also has experience assisting clients with subsidy schemes, zoning plans and contentious permitting mandates.

    • Jan Reinier van Angeren keeps the big picture in view, while applying his deep content knowledge. He is the go-to person for public law matters that can make or break the company.

      Public Law: Planning and Environment respondentEurope

    • Jan Reinier van Angeren is one of the most talented lawyers I have worked with. He is highly experienced and has a deep understanding of the legal matters at hand.

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  • Tom Barkhuysen
    Tom Barkhuysen

    Tom Barkhuysen

    Frontrunning partner Tom Barkhuysen offers an acclaimed public law practice. He boasts extensive experience advising market leaders across the gaming industry on administrative law proceedings. He frequently assists municipalities, governmental bodies and private companies with contentious and non-contentious matters, including subsidy schemes and permitting mandates.

    • Whilst being highly knowledgeable, Tom Barkhuysen is always available for smart and practical advice, with an awareness of the implications for our business.

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  • Jan van Oosten
    Jan van Oosten

    Jan van Oosten

    Jan van Oosten is a respected lawyer whose practice focuses on advising energy sector clients on complex planning and environment matters, such as nitrogen acquisition rights, permitting and issues related to the energy transition.

    • Jan van Oosten is able to translate legal matters into practical and understandable advice. He is very good at connecting with the business teams and is therefore valued by the wider organisation.

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    • Jan van Oosten is able to handle complex matters and offers a high-level legal academic approach.

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    • Jan van Oosten is a strong analyst who provides complete commercial advice.

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    • Jan has successfully advised on several legal matters and is a genuine and pleasant person to work with.

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  • Tijn Kortmann
    Tijn Kortmann

    Tijn Kortmann

    Tijn Kortmann boasts a well-regarded practice in the planning and environmental law area. He regularly advises clients on issues such as environmental nuisance challenges, zoning and environmental permitting matters and soil contamination issues. He also handles matters involving nuclear power plants.

    • We greatly appreciate working with Tijn Kortmann. He is professional, reliable and always willing to think along with us and provide support where needed.

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    • He is always prepared to consider different angles and perspectives and is open to in-depth legal discussions.

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  • Valérie van 't Lam
    Valérie van 't Lam

    Valérie van 't Lam

    Valérie van 't Lam is distinguished by her ability to assist clients with navigating Dutch and EU regulations as part of the circular economy. She is particularly active in matters pertaining to waste management, carbon capture and emissions law, as well as spatial planning matters.

    • I know when I work with Valérie that she will provide the best solution for the business and work with me to get matters done.

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    • Valérie van 't Lam is a true professional who is always looking for ways to solve complex issues in a practical manner.

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