Department profile
Banking & Finance
Global Guide 2026 : Netherlands
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About
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Optimal financing often requires customisation and a mix of different forms of finance. Traditional banks have long since ceased to be the only providers of this. The role of funds and other institutional parties that act as direct lenders is increasing, as is that of providers of leasing and factoring solutions as well as financing platforms. Van Doorne's finance team specialises in finding the optimal funding mix and managing its implementation. The team assists both lenders and borrowers in national and international finance transactions.
Proven track record
Our finance team’s practice is among the leading finance practices in the Netherlands. The team consists of specialists who have many years of experience in structuring and negotiating complex finance matters. They know the market and the market knows them. The team uses its network to bring parties together.
Corporate finance, semi-public and real estate finance
The team has an impressive track-record in corporate finance, including in financing acquisitions, working capital and investments in capital assets. Our team is a leader when it comes to finance and the semi-public sector (hospitals, educational institutions and drinking water companies). In addition, Van Doorne has one of the largest real estate finance practices in the Netherlands.
Non-bank financing
One of the team’s specific areas of focus is non-bank finance.
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Work Highlights
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Van Doorne acted for Oldenburgische Landesbank on a EUR750 million residential portfolio financing.
Strengths
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The team combines deep technical knowledge of Dutch law with a highly commercial, solution-oriented mindset. It is also responsive, pragmatic and always a step ahead.
Banking & Finance respondentGlobalVan Doorne's strengths are its in-depth legal experience, know-how, insight into clients' needs and responsiveness.
Banking & Finance respondentGlobalVan Doorne's experience, availability and flexibility go hand in hand.
Banking & Finance respondentGlobalVan Doorne is a well-established and excellent team that coordinates well across practices.
Banking & Finance respondentGlobalThe Van Doorne team is very solution oriented, even with regard to complex topics.
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Notable Practitioners
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Up and Coming 
Up and Coming Jelmer Baukema
Jelmer Baukema's practice regularly encompasses the arrangement of financial agreements in relation to acquisitions, real estate transactions and infrastructure-related matters. His expertise is sought after by both borrowers and lenders.
Jelmer Baukema really took the time to educate himself on our business and our needs.
Banking & Finance respondentGlobalJelmer Baukema made sure that he was involved in all steps of the process and personally oversaw the deliverables. It is very easy to work with him and I would recommend him for these types of deals.
Banking & Finance respondentGlobalHe made sure all output was relevant and adapted to our needs.
Banking & Finance respondentGlobalJelmer Baukema is a combination of brains and business. He is a very clever lawyer who identifies issues in an instant.
Banking & Finance respondentGlobalJelmer Baukema showed strong awareness of the needs of our client, with a focus on education, guidance and explanation of legal concepts.
Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
Ranked Individuals at Van Doorne (1)
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Jelmer Baukema
Banking & Finance
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Members
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Jelmer Baukema
Anneloes van Uhm
Angelique Thiele
Jelmer Baukema
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Van Doorne has rankings in the following guides
Band 3 Europe 2026
Practice area: Banking & Finance
Location: Netherlands
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