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Van Doorne

Corporate Investigations

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Criminal law enforcement can have far-reaching consequences for businesses and individuals. Van Doorne assists clients when they are being faced with enforcement issues, which often have both administrative law and criminal law components. We have extensive national and international experience ranging from legal advice, to assistance in enforcement investigations and defence in court. 

Our lawyers differentiate themselves by combining their knowledge and experience with a practical “hands-on” approach. When the reputation of a company, public organisation, or individual is at stake or when strategic decisions need to be made in turbulent circumstances, our team is there for you. Our team is known for being bold, easy to work with and discreet. Regulators and the Public Prosecution Service see us as reliable and solution-oriented, but also as a formidable and substance-oriented opponent in court. We are available 24/7.

Our team is part of the wider litigation practice. An integral approach is crucial for providing substantive, joint assistance in the areas of civil fraud, accountancy law and regulation, insurance law and asset recovery. As we work together, the right knowledge is always available and can be used and unlocked efficiently. The same joint approach exists more broadly within the firm and within other expertises at Van Doorne, like employment law, healthcare, administrative law and privacy. This approach is unique and makes all the difference in complex cases.

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What the Team is Known For
Van Doorne frequently advises clients on investigations into allegations of money laundering, bribery and fraud. In addition, the law firm has notable experience assisting clients with investigations and criminal proceedings regarding workplace accidents and breaches of environmental regulations, as well as alleged breaches of sanctions legislation. The team also acts on a number of high-profile investigations into allegations of harassment.
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Strengths

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  • Van Doorne has a high-level team consisting of very experienced members with a good track record at the external regulators. The team is very focused and thorough in the scope of investigations.

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  • The Van Doorne team knows the dynamics and pressures of the matters it deals with and acts accordingly.

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  • The Van Doorne team is very service oriented, flexible and responsive.

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  • In addition to being legal experts, Van Doorne's lawyers are able to empathise with the client’s role, position and business operations. They actively contribute ideas and search for practical solutions.

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  • They are able to translate legal aspects into implications for business operations.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Jan Leliveld
    Jan Leliveld

    Jan Leliveld

    Jan Leliveld has an excellent track record acting for clients on possible breaches of environmental and employment regulations, as well as compliance with sanctions legislation. He also represents clients in investigations into allegations of money laundering, bribery, fraud and harassment.

    • Jan Leliveld is an authority in his field. He is easily approachable and pleasant to work with.

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    • Jan Leliveld is one of the best in his field.

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  • Vanessa Liem
    Vanessa Liem

    Vanessa Liem

    Vanessa Liem represents clients in investigations into allegations of money laundering, bribery, fraud and harassment. She has further expertise in environmental crime investigations.

    • I really enjoy working with Vanessa Liem. She is hands-on, business-savvy and very pragmatic, while still being very diligent in her work. She is also a very approachable and solution-minded lawyer.

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    • Vanessa Liem is highly recommended and she is an expert in this field.

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    • Vanessa Liem is commercially savvy.

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    • Vanessa is very business-savvy, also because of her valuable in-house background. She knows how to approach C-suite executives and their needs.

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  • Neyah van der Aa
    Neyah van der Aa

    Neyah van der Aa

    Neyah van der Aa assists clients with investigations into allegations of fraud and harassment and advises on compliance with anti-money laundering regulations. He is also well placed to advise on sanctions cases.

    • Neyah van der Aa has a broad range of experience in high-profile business integrity matters, both in the Netherlands and abroad.

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    • Neyah van der Aa is a pleasant person to work with and he is clear on sensitive matters and the things that really have to be done. His advice is clear, practical and to the point.

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    • Neyah van der Aa is a trusted adviser. He is very smart and a real strategist. He really has all the angles covered in any given issue, which is a standout feature for him.

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    • Neyah van der Aa is a proactive, solution-oriented individual with a pragmatic approach to resolving complex matters, and always with a great level of client service.

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  • Frederike Ahlers
    Frederike Ahlers

    Frederike Ahlers

    Senior associate Frederike Ahlers is a promising talent who is well placed to advise on regulatory and criminal investigations. She focuses on environmental crimes and cases related to accusations of fraud and market manipulation.

    • Frederike Ahlers is very good at thinking about what we need and require. She is very approachable and very willing to assist us. She is one of my favourite lawyers.

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