HVK Stevens

Key Statistics

Managing Partner: Prof. Dr. Stan A. Stevens, Jan Willem Schenk

Senior Partners: Prof. Dr. Stan Stevens, Jac Veeger, Jan Willem Schenk, Jeroen Peters, Jeroen Ruijg, Johan van Vulpen, Joost van den Berg, Maaike Timmer, Mark Janssen, Paulus Merks, Roos van der Beek – Lugten, Willem Gerbers, Wouter Lunstroo, Aldo Schuurman, Sathees Kengatharam, Arco Bobeldijk

Legal Counsel: Tim van Veen

Number of Partners: 17

Number of Other Fee-Earners: 80+

International Offices: Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Luxembourg, Curaçao

HVK Stevens is an esteemed international tax and legal advisory firm headquartered in Amsterdam, with offices in Rotterdam, Luxembourg, London, and Curaçao. Founded in 2011 by three visionary fiscalists the firm was established with a commitment to deliver high-caliber, innovative solutions. Over the years, HVK Stevens has grown into a team of over 90 dedicated practitioners, combining the personalized service of a boutique firm with the extensive expertise typical of a Big Four firm.

The foundation of HVK Stevens is built on the principles of collaboration, innovation, and persistence, guiding our approach to resolving intricate tax and legal challenges for a diverse clientele. Our firm's history is marked by a commitment to excellence and a robust international network, allowing us to adeptly handle the complexities of global legal and tax environments. Our success is attributed to our core values of professionalism, engagement, and enjoyment, which are reflected in our long-standing client relationships and the dynamic team culture.

Practice Areas

-Private Wealth

-International Corporate Tax

-Real Estate

-Private Equity

-Charity & Philanthropy

Private Wealth

Partners Tax: Prof. Dr. Stan Stevens, Jeroen Peters, Jeroen Ruijg, Johan van Vulpen, Joost van den Berg, Mark Janssen, Roos van der Beek – Lugten, Wouter Lunstroo

Partners Legal: Jan Willem Schenk, Willem Gerbers

Other Fee-Earners: 80+

Location: Amsterdam, Curaçao

HVK Stevens’ Private Wealth practice is tailored to the unique needs of ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families. We provide expert advice on estate planning, asset protection, and international tax strategies. Our holistic approach ensures comprehensive solutions that align with our clients' financial goals and personal values.

Estate Planning: Our Estate Planning team offers specialized advice on business succession, inheritance tax, and asset structuring. We are renowned for our innovative approaches and deep understanding of both Dutch and international tax laws, ensuring our clients' estates are managed and transferred efficiently.

Recognition: We hold a Band 1 ranking at Chambers & Partners both as a firm and for individual partners.

International Corporate Tax

Partners Tax: Prof. Dr. Stan Stevens, Jeroen Peters, Jeroen Ruijg, Johan van Vulpen, Joost van den Berg, Mark Janssen, Paulus Merks, Roos van der Beek – Lugten

Partners Legal: Jan Willem Schenk, Willem Gerbers

Other Fee-Earners:80+

Location:Amsterdam

Our International Corporate Tax practice is dedicated to providing comprehensive tax solutions for cross-border transactions and international clients. We specialize in tax treaties, transfer pricing, and global tax compliance. HVK Stevens is renowned for its expertise in corporate tax, offering advice on mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, and international tax planning. Our team has successfully negotiated settlements with tax authorities and advised on significant cross-border transactions.

Private Equity

Partners Tax: Joost van den Berg, Paulus Merks

Partners Legal: Jan Willem Schenk, Willem Gerbers

Other Fee-Earners:80+

Location:Amsterdam, Luxembourg

Our Private Equity team specializes in advising private equity firms and their portfolio companies on a range of issues including structuring, financing, and exits. We combine our legal and tax expertise to deliver tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients.

Real Estate

Partners Tax: Wouter Lunstroo

Partners Legal: Jan Willem Schenk, Willem Gerbers, Maaike Timmer

Other Fee-Earners:80+

Location:Amsterdam, Rotterdam

HVK Stevens' Real Estate practice covers a wide range of services including property acquisitions, disposals, financings, and developments. We are known for our pragmatic approach and deep market knowledge, helping clients navigate the complexities of real estate transactions.

Charity and Philanthropy

Partners Tax: Wilbert van Vliet

Partners Legal: Jan Willem Schenk, Willem Gerbers

Other Fee-Earners:80+

Location:Amsterdam, Curaçao

HVK Stevens has a dedicated practice for charity and philanthropy, advising clients on the establishment and management of charitable foundations and trusts. We ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and optimize the tax benefits associated with charitable giving.

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Amsterdam: Apollolaan 150, 1077 BG Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Phone: +31 20 76 30 900

Rotterdam: Westerkade 2B, 3016 CL Rotterdam, The Netherlands

Phone: +31 10 476 88 33

Luxembourg: 22, Rue du Marché-aux-Herbes, L-1728 Luxembourg, Luxembourg

Curaçao: 11 Johan van Walbeeckplein, Willemstad, Curaçao