LAWYER PROFILE

Bob van Kasteren

Europe 2026

Freshfields

Ranked in 1 practice area

Tax

Netherlands

2 years ranked

About

Provided by Freshfields

Europe

Practice Areas

Bob is a tax partner in Freshfields’ Amsterdam practice and specialises in international tax advice, in particular in the area of mergers and acquisitions, finance transactions, restructurings and cross-border investments.

He furthermore advises clients on recent international tax developments, such as the OECD Pillars and state aid risks. Bob is co-head of the Freshfields Amsterdam Diversity and Inclusion Committee and of the global Tax Knowledge and Business Development group. He speaks Dutch and English.

Professional Memberships

Bob is an advocaat (Lawyer) and a tax advisor (belastingadviseur). He is a member of the Dutch Bar and a member of NOB (Nederlandse Orde van Belastingadviseurs (Dutch Association of Tax Advisers)) since 2010 and a member of the International Fiscal Association.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers European Guide

Tax - Netherlands

Up and Coming

Individual Editorial

Bob van Kasteren assists corporates and private equity firms with the tax elements of cross-border M&A transactions and investments, as well as representation before Dutch tax authorities.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Bob van Kasteren understands tax matters but is also able to translate complex issues into layman's terms. He bridges the gap between tax issues and the commercial reality.
TaxChambers European Guide
It has always been a pleasure to work with Bob van Kasteren. He shows a very high level of technical tax expertise and is clear in his communications with advisers and clients.
TaxChambers European Guide
We had an exceptional experience with Bob van Kasteren and appreciated his customer-focused approach. Complex matters were handled with skill, and we were kept informed of the progress.
TaxChambers European Guide
Bob van Kasteren is very good at what he does. He is super bright and just on top of his game.
TaxChambers European Guide
Bob van Kasteren is a skilled and qualified tax lawyer.
TaxChambers European Guide