Europe Guide 2026 : Netherlands
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Van Doorne acts on a diverse range of restructuring and insolvency mandates. The law firm assists lenders and debtors with restructuring proceedings, represents clients in disputes with bankruptcy trustees and advises on bankruptcies. The team is also adept at handling distressed M&A transactions.
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Van Doorne advised Solidus on a financial restructuring, including negotiations with the company's work council.
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The team has a good variety of specialisms, with various levels of expertise.
Van Doorne is able to distil complex matters of Dutch law and provide clear advice to the client.
The team is very fast, pragmatic and business-oriented.
The team is experienced and well-balanced.
The law firm is able to focus on the main points, explain the situation under Dutch law, propose alternatives and conduct negotiations with the involved parties in a professional and efficient manner.
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Joost Volkers operates a solid restructuring practice and advises lenders and noteholders on restructuring proceedings, as well as handling distressed M&A transactions. He also represents clients in disputes with bankruptcy trustees.
Joost Volkers is able to lead his team effectively and to provide timely and detailed advice in a very user-friendly manner.
Joost is a pleasure to deal with, as well as knowledgeable and accessible.
He is proactive and solution-oriented, with a pragmatic approach to resolving complex matters.
Restructuring/Insolvency
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Joost Volkers
Joost Volkers
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