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Van Doorne

Energy & Natural Resources: Regulatory

Europe Guide 2026 : Netherlands

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The energy sector is diverse and in continuous flux. We take a multi-disciplinary and highly practical approach to our mandates. We do so on the basis of sound sector-experience and with a view to provide actionable advice.

Multi-disciplinary

High levels of service and a collaborative approach are key to our proposition. We are also no-nonsense and practical. Energy-issues demand an integrated technical expertise, legal skills and – if need be – political assessments in order to be solved successfully. We thus appreciate that it all not merely comes down to offering legal perspectives. We bring the right skillsets to the table – through our sector knowledge and experience.

Hence, at Van Doorne, our transactional, regulatory and contentious experts work in integrated teams. If need be, we engage advocates, tax-lawyers and civil law notaries from other practice areas, such as finance. This enhances the quality of our offering and is also cost-efficient.

Sector-specific laws, regulations and the impact of the ‘energy-transition’

Exploration & Production (oil, gas and mining)

Energy distribution & supply

Industry

Energy transition & Renewables

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Energy & Natural Resources: Regulatory - Netherlands

What the Team is Known For

Van Doorne is well placed to assist clients with transactional and regulatory matters. The team offers particular skill in heat supply and legislative issues, with additional expertise acting on joint ventures and acquisitions on behalf of energy companies. The lawyers also advise on carbon capture, grid connection and hydrogen-related projects, as well as tariff cases. The team has further capabilities in EU compliance mandates and is active in both the renewable energy and oil and gas spaces.

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Work Highlights

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  • Van Doorne advised NLHydrogen on the implementation of new hydrogen market regulations.

Strengths

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  • Van Doorne is very client-focused, listens to our needs and provides a fit-for-purpose service.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Regulatory respondentEurope

  • Van Doorne meets deadlines, aligns both sides and bridges gaps to close deals effectively.

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  • Van Doorne has in-depth knowledge of legislation and experience combined with great approachability and short reaction times.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Regulatory respondentEurope

  • The Van Doorne team is knowledgeable, pragmatic and fast, with short lines of communication that make you feel unburdened.

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  • With their solid energy regulatory expertise combined with a pragmatic approach and dedication, the lawyers are reliable and trusted advisers for energy matters.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Diederik Maessen
    Diederik Maessen

    Diederik Maessen

    Diederik Maessen offers significant experience acting on acquisitions, corporate structuring and project development mandates for energy and infrastructure companies. He is known for his skill in both the renewable energy and LNG spaces.

    • Diederik Maessen is consistently focused on our needs and requests.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Regulatory respondentEurope

    • Diederik Maessen goes the extra mile for his clients.

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  • Léone Klapwijk
    Léone Klapwijk

    Léone Klapwijk

    Léone Klapwijk advises both state entities and private clients on regulatory issues relating to district heating and hydrogen. Her expertise also spans carbon capture and grid connection matters.

    • Léone Klapwijk provides an excellent level of client service.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Regulatory respondentEurope

    • Léone Klapwijk is a pleasure to work with. She is a quick thinker, as well as pragmatic and responsive.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Regulatory respondentEurope

    • Léone Klapwijk is to the point, clear and strategic. She is very good in energy and commercial matters and, above all, is a very pleasant person to work with.

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    • She is very well regarded and always finds a solution.

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    • Her commercial awareness is strong, supported by a clear and compelling vision on the energy transition.

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Ranked Individuals at Van Doorne (2)

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    Léone Klapwijk

    Energy & Natural Resources: Regulatory

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    Diederik Maessen

    Energy & Natural Resources: Transactional

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